

Tom Schmidt
General Partner at Dragonfly Capital, focusing on early-stage Web3 and crypto investments. Previously led product at 0x and held product management roles at Facebook and Instagram.
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May 28, 2025 • 4h 41min
Crypto Day | Brian Armstrong, Balaji, Chris Dixon, Katie Haun & More
Brian Armstrong, co-founder and CEO of Coinbase, leads a star-studded lineup featuring Balaji Srinivasan, former CTO of Coinbase, and Katie Haun, CEO of Haun Ventures. They dive into the transformative power of stablecoins in finance and the evolving landscape of decentralized networks, discussing the future of cryptocurrency investment. Balaji sheds light on educational shifts in tech, while Chris Dixon shares insights on empowering crypto creators. The conversation is electrifying, hinting at a future where crypto reshapes our world.

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Jun 27, 2025 • 54min
ROLLUP: Bitcoin Dominance Hits 66% | Circle IPO 10x | Robinhood Flips Coin? | Kalshi vs Polymarket
Tom Schmidt from Dragonfly joins the discussion, sharing his expertise on the crypto market. They analyze Bitcoin's impressive 66% market dominance and its implications. The surprising surge of Circle’s 10x IPO and Robinhood's shifts towards crypto are key highlights. Competition between prediction markets Kalshi and Polymarket takes center stage, alongside the evolving conversation about mortgage practices involving cryptocurrencies. They also ponder the whimsical idea of meme coins being used as mortgage collateral, hinting at the exciting and unpredictable future of finance.

Jan 14, 2025 • 39min
Tom Schmidt on why this cycle is different for venture
Tom Schmidt, a Partner at Dragonfly, shares his insights on the evolving cryptocurrency landscape. He discusses how crypto is becoming a legitimate institutional asset by 2025 and the unique challenges facing venture capital in this space. Schmidt highlights the shift from price-driven token models to application-based usage, emphasizing innovation over hype. He also explores new customer acquisition strategies and the potential recovery of the market, signifying a promising future for crypto startups.

Aug 8, 2024 • 45min
Tom Schmidt | Evaluating & Finding Opportunities in Crypto Startups
Tom Schmidt, a general partner at Dragonfly Capital and former product manager at Instagram, dives into the world of crypto startups. He shares insights on trends in decentralized finance and consumer applications, emphasizing the user experience. The conversation highlights regional differences in crypto innovation, notably between Western and Asian markets. Schmidt discusses the impact of regulation on opportunities and advises on navigating the evolving venture capital landscape. He also reveals valuable lessons from his investments and the qualities needed in successful founders.

May 1, 2024 • 17min
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Slowing Inflows of ETF Investments - the Evergreen Story of Crypto
Tom Schmidt, Managing Partner at Dragonfly, discusses slowing ETF inflows, Hong Kong ETFs, inflation, and rate cuts in the crypto market. They highlight the impact of regulatory endorsement on Bitcoin, the importance of regulatory compliance, and potential conflicts between the SEC and CFTC. The conversation also touches on liquidity mining, bootstrapping networks, and the future of points in the industry.