Metaverse and Cybersecurity Lead the Way

Dec 3, 2021 • 8 Min Read

Key Takeaways

New Venture Capital funds raised an aggregate $1.9 billion this week with a metaverse and decentralized finance (DeFi) focus. Metaverse projects raised $213 million in capital, while cybersecurity firm Certik raised $80 million and Coinbase acquired cybersecurity firm Unbound for an undisclosed amount. Active investors this week include Alameda Research, Solana Ventures, Softbank and Coatue.Deal of the Week: 1inch Network raises $175 million in a strategic Series B funding round led by Amber group with participation from Jane Street VanEck, Alameda Research, Celsius, Nexo an...

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