Archetype
Overview
An early-stage venture capital firm that invests in crypto companies and protocols, focusing on accelerating the decentralized future. The firm backs crypto founders in areas including DeFi, crypto-native infrastructure, DePin, and AI.
Portfolio Companies
62
Website
archetype.fundInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Category Labs | Apr 2024 | Series A | Co-investor |
| Category Labs | Apr 2024 | Series A | Co-investor |
| Octane Lending, Inc. | Apr 2025 | Seed | Lead |
| Alpaca | Oct 2018 | Pre Seed | Co-investor |
| Merkle Manufactory, Inc. | Jul 2022 | Seed | Co-investor |
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Key People
Ash Egan
Founder
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is Archetype based?
Archetype is headquartered in New York City, New York, United States.
When was Archetype founded?
Founding year information for Archetype is not publicly available.
How many portfolio companies does Archetype have?
Archetype has 62 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Archetype's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Category Labs, Category Labs, Octane Lending, Inc., Alpaca, Merkle Manufactory, Inc..
What was Archetype's most recent investment shown here?
Archetype's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Octane Lending, Inc. in 2025.
What sectors does Archetype focus on?
Archetype focuses on Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Enterprise Software, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, FinTech, Consumer & Commerce, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, FinTech, Crypto & Web3, FinTech, Crypto & Web3, FinTech, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Consumer & Commerce, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Media, Entertainment & Gaming, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Crypto & Web3, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, FinTech, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Enterprise Software, Consumer & Commerce, Crypto & Web3, Cybersecurity, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Crypto & Web3, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Enterprise Software, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, Energy & Sustainability, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Telecommunications & Networking, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Enterprise Software, Consumer & Commerce, Crypto & Web3, Cybersecurity, Consumer & Commerce, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, FinTech, Enterprise Software, Crypto & Web3, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Media, Entertainment & Gaming, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, FinTech, FinTech, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Real Estate & PropTech, Enterprise Software, Cybersecurity, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, FinTech, FinTech, Cybersecurity, FinTech, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Media, Entertainment & Gaming, FinTech, Media, Entertainment & Gaming, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Consumer & Commerce, FinTech, Enterprise Software, Consumer & Commerce, Enterprise Software, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Crypto & Web3, Cybersecurity, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, FinTech, Enterprise Software, FinTech, FinTech, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure.
What company stages does Archetype focus on?
Archetype typically invests at the Early stage.
What is Archetype's AUM?
Archetype's assets under management are estimated at over $205.0M.