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Andreessen Horowitz’s crypto division has launched a new $2.2 billion investment fund, its fifth vehicle dedicated to blockchain and cryptocurrency startups, even as the digital asset market experiences a significant downturn.
In a blog post, a16z crypto argued that technologies developed during quieter market phases often prove more durable, reaffirming its long-term focus on the sector. A spokesperson confirmed the fund will remain fully dedicated to crypto startups despite a broader venture capital shift toward artificial intelligence.
The new fund increases the firm's total crypto-focused capital to $9.8 billion. Alongside the launch, a16z crypto promoted its chief technology officer, Eddy Lazzarin, to general partner. The firm has previously backed major industry players including Coinbase and the Solana Foundation.
The fund’s launch provides a significant capital injection for the ecosystem at a time when venture funding is contracting. According to data from DefiLlama, venture funding for crypto startups fell to nearly $5 billion in the first quarter of 2026, a decrease from approximately $6 billion during the same period a year earlier.
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