Paradigm Raises $1.2B Fourth Fund, Expands Into AI

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The post Paradigm Raises $1.2 Billion Fund as Crypto VC Pushes Further Into AI appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. In brief Paradigm announced a $1.2 billion fourth fund targeting crypto, AI, robotics, and other technology startups. The crypto VC firm has backed companies including Nous Research, Zipline, True Anomaly, Hyperliquid, and Kalshi. Paradigm said it remains committed to crypto as it explores areas where AI and blockchain overlap. Crypto venture firm Paradigm has raised a $1.2 billion fund to invest in AI, robotics, crypto, and other technologies, broadening its focus beyond digital assets. While crypto remains central to Paradigm’s business, the San Francisco-based firm said Wednesday its fourth fund will expand investments into AI, autonomous hardware, and other emerging technologies while continuing its research-driven approach. “$1.2B to invest in steep exponentials. 8 years ago we were backed by people who believed in the crypto frontier,” Paradigm managing partner Alan

The investment firm said its fourth fund will back AI, robotics, and crypto startups as it broadens beyond digital assets.

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