Draper Dragon
Venture capitalSilicon Valley Β· Pre-SeedβSeries B Β· 10 people tracked
Investment thesis
Draper Dragon partners with technically talented founders building the next generation of Web3, blockchain, and emerging technology companies. The firm leverages two decades of venture capital experience and the resources of the established Draper network to connect Silicon Valley with Asian markets. The investment thesis focuses on founders with deep technical expertise reshaping global industries through digital assets, infrastructure, and institutional-grade decentralized finance applications.
Source: firm website, verified Jul 21, 2026.
Team Β· 10 people
from the firm's websiteWhat they invest in
from 18 of 81 portfolio companiesFintech Γ9Crypto & Web3 Γ8AI & Machine Learning Γ4SaaS Γ4Enterprise Software Γ3Hardware Γ3Deep Tech Γ2Developer Tools Γ2
HQs:United StatesΓ5United Arab EmiratesΓ1
Investments Β· showing 60 of 81
founders shown can be your intro pathSplashtop is a remote access and support platform that enables users to securely access and control computers from any device with high performance, up to 4K quality at 60fps. The company serves IT teams, businesses, and individuals needing reliable remote work, learning, and support capabilities.
Cloud ComputingCybersecurityDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareSaaS
Mark LeeRobert HaThomas DengPhilip Sheu
Digital TV demodulator chips and SoC solutions
Ballet is a self-custody hardware wallet that enables users to control their own private keys and cryptocurrency offline without requiring account setup or exchanges. The product targets both beginners and experienced crypto holders who want full autonomy over their digital assets.
Crypto & Web3Hardware
CapConnect+ operates a digital platform that simplifies fixed income issuance and investing by connecting issuers, dealers, and investors for commercial paper and bonds. The platform enables issuers to optimize pricing and funding costs while allowing fixed income investors to purchase corporate paper directly with customized maturity dates.
Enterprise SoftwareFintechSaaSRedwood City, US
Charms is a universal app protocol built on Bitcoin that enables developers to deploy decentralized applications and digital assets on the Bitcoin network using mainstream programming languages, with cross-chain interoperability powered by zero-knowledge proofs and metaprotocol technology.
Crypto & Web3Developer Tools
ClinChoice operates a network of investigator sites that participate in clinical studies to support drug and device development. The platform connects research sites with clinical trial opportunities and commercialization support.
BiotechHealthtechMedical DevicesPhiladelphia, US
Coinflow provides global payment processing infrastructure enabling businesses to accept payments, settle funds, and expand internationally with instant settlement and fraud protection. The platform serves merchants across 170+ countries and originated from addressing payment challenges in the fantasy sports gaming industry.
B2B MarketplacesFintech
CUDIS builds a smart wearable ring with AI-powered coaching for daily recovery, anti-aging, and wellness. The platform combines biometric data from the device with personalized guidance and community features for athletes and everyday users across 103 countries.
AI & Machine LearningConsumerHardwareHealthtechWellness & FitnessLos Angeles, US
Coinbase is a cryptocurrency exchange platform that offers trading, custody, and financial services for cryptocurrencies, stocks, derivatives, and prediction markets to consumers, institutions, and developers. The company operates a full-stack infrastructure including secure custody, liquidity services, stablecoin infrastructure, and global settlement rails.
Crypto & Web3FintechLos Angeles, US
Brian Armstrong(Founder/CEO)in
Ledger provides hardware and software cryptocurrency wallet solutions that enable users to buy, swap, earn, and manage digital assets with security features and portfolio tracking capabilities across multiple blockchain networks.
Crypto & Web3FintechHardware
Trio is a multi-modal AI model engine that processes video, audio, and sensor data for operational intelligence in physical environments like retail, warehouses, and factories. The platform is OpenAI-compatible and designed for vertical AI builders and hardware partners to embed into their workflows and edge devices.
AI & Machine LearningDeep TechEnterprise Software
DePIN infrastructure platform for spatial computing, enabling real-time streaming of AI-powered XR experiences.
Mezo is a Bitcoin-backed lending and yield platform that allows users to borrow stablecoins (MUSD) using Bitcoin as collateral and earn yield through managed vault strategies. The platform serves Bitcoin holders seeking liquidity without selling their holdings.
Crypto & Web3Fintech
Oklo develops next-generation fast fission reactors for producing clean electricity at scale, with a focus on safety features and the ability to use recycled nuclear waste as fuel. The company's Aurora reactor is designed to generate up to 75 megawatts of electrical power.
Advanced ManufacturingCleantechClimate TechDeep TechEnergySan Francisco, US
MoonPay provides infrastructure for buying, selling, and trading cryptocurrencies using standard payment methods such as cards and digital wallets, as well as tools for stablecoin management. The platform serves both individual users and companies seeking to integrate blockchain-based financial services.
Crypto & Web3Fintech
OpenTrade provides stablecoin yield infrastructure that enables fintechs, exchanges, and other financial institutions to build and offer white-labeled yield products backed by real-world assets and decentralized finance strategies. The platform serves neobanks, crypto exchanges, stablecoin issuers, and treasury managers globally.
Crypto & Web3Fintech
Otter.ai is an AI-powered meeting assistant that records, transcribes, and summarizes conversations in real time across multiple languages, automatically capturing decisions and action items. The platform serves teams and enterprises seeking to automate meeting documentation and knowledge management through integrations with productivity and CRM tools.
AI & Machine LearningFuture of WorkSaaS
Sam Liang(Founder & CEO)in
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Draper Dragon invest at?
- Draper Dragon invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B stages.
- What sectors does Draper Dragon focus on?
- Draper Dragon focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Crypto & Web3.
- Where is Draper Dragon located?
- Draper Dragon is headquartered in Silicon Valley, US.
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