Athena Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Singapore and serves as the investment arm of HiBlock. With a team spread across Asia, Europe, and North America, the firm combines expertise in technology, traditional finance, and venture capital to identify and support innovators. Athena Ventures offers startups access to mentorship, strategic introductions, and accelerator programs, helping founders refine their products and expand their networks while securing early-stage funding.
The firm focuses on emerging technologies that deliver social impact, with particular emphasis on blockchain, fintech, and related fields. Through pre-seed accelerator initiatives, Athena Ventures provides investments ranging from $30,000 to $50,000 alongside hands-on guidance. The team organizes demo days, community events, and syndicate opportunities, participating in over 200 funding rounds to date. This approach ensures startups receive both capital and practical support from a global network of industry professionals.
Athena Ventures also backs science-driven deep-tech ventures in areas such as environmental and health technologies. A notable example is Puraffinity, which develops precision materials to address pollutants in water. While the firm’s record highlights cleantech investments, battery technology is not listed as a core focus. Instead, Athena Ventures remains open to innovative green solutions that promise measurable societal benefits.
