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Founded in 2021, Hivemind Capital is a multi-strategy crypto-focused investment firm tailor-made for supporting blockchain technologies, crypto companies, and the digital asset ecosystem. We are in the early innings of a Protocol-Based Economy The next paradigm is here. Welcome to the world where programmable money meets open internet. As the world fast evolves from a platform- based economy to a protocol-based economy, the blockchain technology is catalyzing the most transformative infrastructural revolution since the internet. We are on a mission to Bring Institutions to Digital Assets By crafting crypto into an institutional- grade asset class accessible by everyone. Hivemind brings category-defining financial infrastructure and institutional best practices to web3 investing, bridging the chasm between the traditional asset management model and the rocketing crypto economy. How We Invest Thesis Driven: We scout trendsetting projects based on evolving frontier theses from the collective intelligence of industry experts and community Technology Focused: We back groundbreaking ideas built upon advanced cryptography and innovation in blockchain technology Solution Capital: We support our founders in scaling their projects by providing solution capital and helping them formulate and foster strategic partnerships

We partner with phenomenal entrepreneurs who have the vision and drive to reinvent financial services, investing from the earliest seeds of startup life to businesses scaling for growth. We support leading companies across all sectors of financial services, including lending, credit & banking, payments, insurance, capital markets & investments, personal finance, enterprise financial stack and real estate finance. Our distinctive approach to fintech venture capital is crafted around a curated network of global macroeconomic thinkers and investors. Launched in 2015, Clocktower Ventures is the technology investing affiliate of Clocktower Group, a global macro investment firm. We are based in Santa Monica, CA and invest worldwide.

BGlobal Ventures Ltd. is a venture arm of Qazaqstan Investment Corporation registered in AIFC jurisdiction under English Common Law and performing as a national institution of venture capital market development with the goal to enhance investment into innovative projects in Kazakhstan and Central Eurasia. Mission To foster a dynamic and competitive venture ecosystem by bridging capital, expertise, and innovation, unlocking opportunities for startups and investors across the region.

Learn, Share and Implement the Process of Premier Investors by Compounding Knowledge and Relationships We seek to accomplish this through six shared values: 1. Quality We produce Quality work with consistent, meticulous effort that emulates the magic of compounding to create greatness over time. We strengthen this foundation with self-reflection and feedback from others. 2. Entrepreneurial Spirit We have an Entrepreneurial Spirit. We are creative problem-solvers. We act with self-sufficiency, resourcefulness, and proactivity. 3. Intellectually Curious We are Intellectually Curious. We learn, share, and implement the best of like-minded individuals and firms. We seek out diversity of thought and continuously improve. 4. Respect We treat others with Respect. We are fans of each other. We play well in our sandbox, are honest and authentic. 5. Generous We are Generous. We eagerly create connections, knowing our generosity will be reciprocated. We help others reach their aspirations as they support ours. 6. Fun We have Fun. We are focused on the positive in our words and actions. We take ourselves seriously, but not too seriously.

We enable growth by facilitating investments in passionate people and bold ideas. Serpentine is the word for the winding roads found all across the Swiss Alps. Following the serpentine path makes unreachable mountain peaks accessible. In the startup journey, it is key to take the right turns. There is no straight way to success. Serpentine Ventures AG is a fully owned subsidiary of Swiss Startup Group AG. The dedicated unit offers exclusive access to venture capital investments, unlocking new opportunities in the early-stage venture asset class. Our investment capabilities are tailored to the individual needs of high net worth, professional and institutional clients. Venture Capital continues to be a strong performing asset class. Moreover, it is the fastest growing asset class over the recent years and becoming a staple of a broad range of professional investors globally.

We are privileged to invest on behalf of institutional investors, most with charitable, educational, or non-profit missions. Serving entrepreneurs is a calling for us, and we look to partner with companies with an equally strong sense of purpose. Founder Oriented The world’s most iconic companies have been built and run by founders. We prefer to partner with management with an ownership mentality – leaders with a vision for the future, creating value for all stakeholders, with an eye on the bottom line. Fundamentals Focused We make initial investments in early-stage companies tackling emerging consumer and enterprise opportunities. We look to partner with management to build world-class businesses based on strong operating fundamentals and attractive unit economics. Uncommonly Patient We are known for our uncommonly patient approach to building companies. We look for opportunities to deepen our relationships with high-performing companies, and can make significant capital commitments more than a decade after our initial investment. Contrarian by Nature We don’t chase trends or hot sectors. We work from first principles, evaluating each team, company and market on its independent merits. We avoid overfunded areas and prefer companies taking idiosyncratic approaches to solving big problems.