1kx is a global investment firm founded in 2018 by Lasse Clausen and Chris Heymann, specializing in blockchain technologies and the growth of the crypto ecosystem. The firm focuses on strategic investments in various sectors, including infrastructure, middleware, consumer applications, and decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs). It aims to advance decentralized futures through network building and ecosystem growth. The firm actively invests in blockchain and crypto projects, often taking lead or co-lead roles. Its portfolio includes notable companies such as Abstract, Alkimiya, and Arweave, among others. 1kx provides investment capital and hands-on support to its portfolio companies, assisting with go-to-market strategies and community development. Additionally, the firm conducts proprietary research on industry trends and publishes reports analyzing key areas like decentralized finance (DeFi) and onchain revenue growth.