Certik Ventures
1001 Avenue of the Americas Suite 1801, New York, NY, 10018, United States
Overview
CertiK is a pioneer in blockchain security, leveraging best-in-class AI technology to protect and monitor blockchain protocols and smart contracts. Founded in 2018 by professors from Yale University and Columbia University, CertiK’s mission is to secure the web3 world. CertiK applies cutting-edge innovations from academia to enterprise, enabling mission-critical applications to scale with safety and correctness.
- Total investments
- 1
- Lead investments
- 0
- Investments · 12mo
- 1
- Active investors
- 8
Sector focus
- Blockchain
- Cyber Security
- Software
- Web3
Investment portfolio
- Zoo Finance
Participated · Equity · Dec 2025
Zoo Finance develops decentralized finance solutions aimed at improving liquidity for otherwise locked or staked tokens. Its flagship products, LVT and LNT, convert locked tokens into freely tradable instruments, allowing token holders to access capital without forfeiting staking rewards or vesting schedules. The protocol targets blockchain ecosystems where token lock-ups limit market efficiency and user flexibility. With a focus on liquidity unlocking tooling, Zoo Finance intends to broaden its product suite and integrate with additional chains and DeFi platforms. The company has now raised a total of $10 million, providing fresh resources for product development, security audits, and community growth. No operating metrics such as revenue or user counts were disclosed in the article.