/ Conduct Index / Paradigm

Paradigm

Crypto-Native VC · Seed · Series A · Growth
B+

Good (B+) — Capital Conduct Grade

Paradigm (Matt Huang, Fred Ehrsam) operates the leading crypto-native VC fund. Strong on research-driven crypto investing. Multi-decade founder continuity. Term-sheet behavior generally founder-favorable. Strong crypto-research output establishes thought leadership.

85
Composite / 100
/ Subscore Breakdown · 5 Dimensions

Where this grade comes from.

Term Sheet Honesty
B+
Founder-Friendliness
B+
Follow-On Discipline
B+
Exit Support
B+
Network Quality
A-
/ Public-Record Events

Key events & disclosures.

  • Founded 2018
  • Matt Huang + Fred Ehrsam partners
  • Uniswap, dYdX early investor
  • Strong crypto research output

/ Best for

Crypto / Web3 founders seeking research-driven specialist partner.

/ Watch out for

Crypto-specific; non-Web3 founders should look elsewhere. Strong category focus is depth, not breadth.