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Draper Goren Blockchain (DGB): Venture studio investing in and supporting early-stage blockchain, cryptocurrency, and proptech startups.
Key people at Draper Goren Blockchain (DGB).
Draper Goren Blockchain (DGB) is a Los Angeles, California-based venture studio that invests in and incubates early-stage startups operating within the blockchain, cryptocurrency, and decentralized finance sectors. The firm provides seed and Series A funding alongside strategic mentorship to founders and developers building Web3 infrastructure, non-fungible tokens, digital assets, and consumer applications. In October 2025, the organization expanded its geographic footprint by opening a new satellite office in Detroit, Michigan, to manage its growing investments in the property technology sector. The studio leverages its affiliation with the broader Draper Venture Network to support a diverse portfolio that includes emerging real estate technology companies such as LitFinancial and AIVRE. While its exact founding year currently remains publicly undisclosed, the Draper Goren Blockchain venture studio was established by prominent venture capitalists Tim Draper, Alon Goren, and David Bleznak.
Key people at Draper Goren Blockchain (DGB).
Draper Goren Blockchain (DGB) is an early-stage blockchain venture studio and management company that focuses on creating and accelerating startups in the blockchain and crypto sectors. Founded by Tim Draper, Alon Goren, and David Bleznak, DGB invests in and supports ventures that promote decentralization, transparency, and equitable technology solutions. The firm has a strong emphasis on PropTech (property technology), particularly in the mortgage industry, where it has incubated fast-growing companies like LitFinancial and AIVRE, leveraging blockchain and AI technologies to innovate mortgage brokerage and appraisal processes. DGB’s expansion into Troy, Michigan, positions it strategically within the U.S. mortgage industry ecosystem, providing access to key infrastructure and talent[1][2][3].
Draper Goren Blockchain was founded by three prominent figures: Tim Draper, a legendary early-stage venture capitalist and early Bitcoin advocate; Alon Goren, a pioneer in tokenization and blockchain investments; and David Bleznak, an expert in decentralized exchange technology and real estate entrepreneurship. The firm emerged from their shared vision to back startups that not only innovate technologically but also advance decentralization and freedom in society. Over time, DGB has evolved to focus heavily on blockchain applications in financial services and PropTech, expanding its operational footprint to Michigan to deepen its influence in the mortgage sector[2][3].
DGB rides the wave of blockchain and decentralization trends, particularly applying these technologies to transform traditional industries like real estate and finance. The timing is critical as the mortgage industry increasingly adopts PropTech innovations to improve efficiency and transparency. By situating itself in Michigan, the mortgage capital of the U.S., DGB leverages market forces favoring digital transformation and AI integration in financial services. Its influence extends beyond investment, actively shaping the ecosystem by incubating startups that redefine how blockchain and AI can be applied in real-world financial applications[1][3].
Looking ahead, Draper Goren Blockchain is poised to deepen its impact in PropTech and broader blockchain sectors by continuing to scale its portfolio companies and expanding its operational capabilities. Trends such as increased adoption of decentralized finance (DeFi), tokenization of assets, and AI-driven financial services will likely shape its investment focus. As blockchain technology matures and regulatory clarity improves, DGB’s role as a venture studio with strong operational support and strategic positioning in key markets will enhance its influence in driving the next generation of decentralized startups. This aligns with its founding mission to foster world-changing technology that promotes freedom and fairness[2][3].
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 1, 2023 | Dolomite.io | $3.0M Seed | — | Polygon |
| Sep 1, 2022 | Ownera | $20.0M Series A | Scott Lucas, Nadav Zohar | 9Yards Capital, Adverb Ventures, Amity Ventures, Andreessen Horowitz, Chloe Sladden, Craft Ventures, Elefund, Ensemble VC, FirstMark Capital, Founders Fund, FPV Fund, Innovent Capital Group, Jigsaw VC, K9 Ventures, Long Journey Ventures, Menlo Ventures, Moonshots Capital, Sinai Ventures, Spero Ventures, Susa Ventures, Tribe Capital, TSVC Capital, Union Square Ventures, Vine Ventures LP, Jeffrey Lee, Louis Beryl, Russell Cook, Scott Banister, Scott Belsky, Stewart Butterfield, Todd Corenson, Vivek Garipalli, Accomplice Blockchain, Archax, Draper Goren Holm, Polymorphic Capital, The Ropart Group, Tokentus |
| Sep 1, 2021 | AKRU | $2.0M Seed | — | Innovent Capital Group |
| Feb 1, 2020 | Casper Labs | $20.0M Series U | — | — |
| Sep 1, 2019 | Innovesta | $3.0M Series U | — | — |
