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Social Capital, established in 2011 by Chamath Palihapitiya, is a venture capital firm with a dynamic investment strategy in technology startups addressing critical societal challenges. Initially adopting a conventional VC model, Social Capital has expanded its focus into the web3, crypto, and blockchain sectors, reflecting a deep commitment to leveraging technology for substantial societal benefit. The firm's investment portfolio is diverse, spanning sectors like healthcare, education, financial services, and enterprise software, but with a strong inclination towards disruptive technologies, including developing decentralized applications (dApps), blockchain infrastructure, and contributions to ecosystem development. Social Capital's mission is intricately linked with fostering a bottom-up redistribution of power, capital, and opportunity by addressing core human needs through technology. It positions itself not just as a financier but as a builder and supporter of entrepreneurs and companies throughout their lifecycle—from early-stage startups to transformative public companies. With a pledge to embark on a decades-long journey toward significant societal impact, Social Capit...
Social Capital, established in 2011 by Chamath Palihapitiya, is a venture capital firm with a dynamic investment strategy in technology startups addressing critical societal challenges. Initially adopting a conventional VC model, Social Capital has expanded its focus into the web3, crypto, and blockchain sectors, reflecting a deep commitment to leveraging technology for substantial societal benefit. The firm's investment portfolio is diverse, spanning sectors like healthcare, education, financial services, and enterprise software, but with a strong inclination towards disruptive technologies, including developing decentralized applications (dApps), blockchain infrastructure, and contributions to ecosystem development. Social Capital's mission is intricately linked with fostering a bottom-up redistribution of power, capital, and opportunity by addressing core human needs through technology. It positions itself not just as a financier but as a builder and supporter of entrepreneurs and companies throughout their lifecycle—from early-stage startups to transformative public companies. With a pledge to embark on a decades-long journey toward significant societal impact, Social Capit...
