Why Katie Haun Left a16z to Launch Her Own Crypto Fund

The video discusses On Ventures' strategic approach to investing in the crypto ecosystem, highlighting its differentiation from traditional and other crypto funds. It covers the challenges of launching a crypto fund, emphasizing the importance of being deeply involved in the crypto community. The video also explores market trends, valuation strategies, and the focus on infrastructure development, while addressing the competitive nature of the crypto space.

What was the primary motivation behind launching the crypto fund?

• To compete with traditional funds

• To focus solely on public tokens

• To invest in a broad ecosystem

• To explore new business models

How does On Ventures differentiate itself from other crypto funds?

• By being deeply involved in the crypto community

• By focusing on hedge fund strategies

• By having a large number of funds

• By investing only in public tokens

What is a key challenge in running a successful crypto fund according to the transcript?

• Predicting market cycles accurately

• Having a hedge fund component

• Being part-time in the crypto space

• Focusing on early-stage investments

What is On Ventures' approach to market corrections?

• Maintaining a long-term commitment

• Avoiding infrastructure investments

• Focusing on late-stage investments

• Rushing to deploy funds

What criteria does On Ventures consider when evaluating potential investments?

• The founder's regulatory plan

• The company's marketing strategy

• The size of the company's workforce

• The company's social media presence