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Katie Haun’s New Fund Leads $32M Round in Lending Protocol Euler
Euler XYZ CEO Michael Bentley discusses the recent $32 million raise in a funding round led by former A16z executive Katie Haun’s Haun Ventures. Plus, Bentley shares his thoughts on the current state of DeFi as several major lenders are facing concerns over liquidity.
Fmr CFTC Commissioner Brian Quintenz on Crypto Markets Outlook Amid Rising Inflation
On the heels of President Biden's meeting with Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, former CFTC Commissioner and current a16z advisor Brian Quintenz discusses the need for the Fed to take an "aggressive approach" to tackling soaring inflation and the potential outcomes for the crypto industry. Plus, his bear market strategy and thoughts on Terra's implosion.
Andreessen Horowitz Raises $4.5B Crypto Fund, its Fourth
Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) has announced a new $4.5 billion fund that will invest in crypto and Web 3 companies. It's the Silicon Valley venture capital firm's fourth such fund focused on digital assets. "The Hash" hosts discuss the timing and industry implications of a16z doubling down on its crypto investments despite the market downturn.
A16z Addresses Crypto Industry Downturn in Inaugural ‘State of Crypto’ Report
Venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) has released its inaugural “State of Crypto” report that includes cyclical information relevant to the current downturn in crypto, according to draft materials provided to CoinDesk. “The Hash” team reacts, discussing their key takeaways. “The overwhelming conclusion here is, we’re still early,” host Zack Seward said.
A16z Invests $500M in Indian Startups
According to a TechCrunch report, venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) plans to invest $500 million in India’s rapidly growing startup ecosystem. “The Hash” group discusses India’s budding crypto community, being the home of noteworthy projects like Polygon, and how VC interest could curb heavy regulation in the country.
A16z Leads $4.8M Round for Crypto Gaming Startup Battlebound
Venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) is leading a $4.8 million seed round into play-to-earn gaming startup Battlebound. “The Hash” group discusses the impact blockchain gaming has had for people seeking an additional source of income and the challenges companies like Battlebound might face as they compete with the likes of Playstation for mainstream audiences.