Kosmos Ventures

Venture Capital Western Australia, Australia ·Founded 2017

Overview

Established in 2017, Kosmos Ventures is Australia's largest multi-strategy venture capital firm specializing in blockchain-based assets. The firm focuses on large infrastructure projects and supports numerous decentralized finance (DeFi) and GameFi initiatives. Kosmos Ventures typically serves as the first institutional capital for its portfolio companies, providing substantial early-stage funding and strategic support. Their initial check sizes range from $250,000 to $2,000,000 USD, indicating a commitment to significant early-stage backing for promising ventures. Beyond capital, Kosmos Ventures aims to be a value-add partner, offering strategic guidance, operational expertise, and access to a robust network within the blockchain and broader technology sectors. Their portfolio spans various segments of the blockchain space, from infrastructure and decentralized finance (DeFi) to gaming and NFTs. Kosmos Ventures has made 87 investments, with its most recent on August 7, 2025, when Euphoria raised an undisclosed amount. The firm's notable exits include Omni, Web3Auth, and Bware Labs. Kosmos Ventures has had several exits, with notable ones including Omni, Web3Auth, and Bware Labs. The firm has made 87 investments, with its most recent on August 7, 2025, when Euphoria raised an undisclosed amount. Kosmos Ventures is headquartered in Perth, Western Australia, and operates globally, with a portfolio that includes companies from various countries and industries. The firm's investment strategy focuses on large infrastructure projects, while also supporting numerous successful decentralized finance (DeFi) and GameFi projects. Kosmos Ventures typically serves as the first institutional capital for its portfolio companies, providing substantial early-stage funding and strategic support. Their initial check sizes range from $250,000 to $2,000,000 USD, indicating a commitment to significant early-stage backing for promising ventures. Beyond capital, Kosmos Ventures aims to be a value-add partner, offering strategic guidance, operational expertise, and access to a robust network within the blockchain and broader technology sectors. Their portfolio spans various segments of the blockchain space, from infrastructure and decentralized finance (DeFi) to gaming and NFTs.

Investment Focus

  • Blockchain and cryptocurrency startups
  • Early-stage ventures
  • Innovative technologies
  • Scalable business models
  • Strong management teams
  • Global market potential
  • Clear value proposition
  • Competitive advantage
  • Sustainable growth plans
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Technological feasibility
  • Market demand
  • Scalable infrastructure
  • Clear exit strategy
  • Alignment with Kosmos Ventures' investment thesis
  • Potential for high returns
  • Ability to integrate into existing enterprises
  • Commitment to accelerating blockchain adoption
  • International competitiveness
  • Product-market fit

Portfolio Companies

SolanaPolkadotAlgorandCERE NetworkOasisHolyheldOhCXIP LabsWeb3AuthOmniBware Labs

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Frequently asked questions about Kosmos Ventures

What sectors does Kosmos Ventures invest in?

Kosmos Ventures invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Real Estate, Infrastructure and Media, and is based in Western Australia, Australia. Kosmos Ventures is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.

What stage does Kosmos Ventures invest at?

Kosmos Ventures backs companies at Pre-Seed, Seed, Early Stage, Series A, Series B and Growth, writing cheques of 250K - 2M.

Which regions does Kosmos Ventures invest in?

Kosmos Ventures invests across United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, Australia and Singapore.

Who are the partners at Kosmos Ventures?

Team members listed for Kosmos Ventures include Sheridan Hammond (Founder).

What companies has Kosmos Ventures invested in?

Kosmos Ventures's portfolio includes Solana, Polkadot, Algorand, CERE Network, Oasis, Holyheld, Oh and CXIP Labs.

How do I contact Kosmos Ventures?

Kosmos Ventures's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.

Last updated · Source: ConnectSafely investor database