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Web3 Foundation

Web3 Foundation

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Overview

Web3 Foundation is a non-profit organization based in Switzerland that nurtures and stewards technologies and applications for the decentralized web (Web3). Founded by Ethereum co-founder Dr. Gavin Wood, it is best known for launching and supporting the Polkadot and Kusama networks. The foundation deploys capital through a comprehensive Grants Program for open-source projects and also makes strategic investments to foster the growth of its ecosystem.

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ElasticsMay 2026Pre SeedCo-investor
RaiseFeb 2025VC RoundCo-investor
CESS NetworkDec 2023Series ALead
CESS NetworkJan 2022GrantCo-investor
Manta NetworkOct 2021VC RoundCo-investor
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