Participated · Seed · Oct 2023

Game of Silks operates a blockchain-based fantasy sports platform that simulates ownership of real-world thoroughbreds, awarding players when the horses they own win races or breed. The game tracks the careers of real racehorses and issues gamified digital collectibles that mirror on-track outcomes. Launched in June 2021 by Dan Nissanoff and Troy Levy, Silks has formed partnerships with NYRA, NYRA BETS, Saratoga, Belmont, Aqueduct, FOX Sports’ Americas Best Racing, and The Jockey Club to integrate real-world racing into its product. The company reports an organically grown community of over 25,000 people and says it has attracted over $10 million in capital to date. Silks positions itself to deepen fan engagement in horse racing by expanding access to owner-like experiences through blockchain collectibles. The team highlights continued product development and partnership-driven growth as priorities to reshape fandom in the sport.

Participated · Series C · Aug 2023

Arccos, led by CEO and co-founder Sal Syed, builds an on-course tracking system and a suite of connected A.I. golf products centered on the Arccos Caddie App. The Arccos Caddie App automatically captures every shot a golfer takes, provides an A.I.-powered GPS rangefinder, caddie advice and personalized analytics. The platform captures real-time PGA TOUR data via ShotLink powered by CDW and supports play on more than 40,000 courses worldwide. Since launch, members have taken more than 750 million shots across over 16 million rounds in 162 countries. Official partners include PING, TaylorMade, COBRA GOLF, Srixon/Cleveland Golf, Club Champion, Me And My Golf, EA Sports and Golf Digest. In conjunction with its recent financing, Arccos was designated "The Official Game Tracker of the PGA TOUR."