Venture capital firms invested $1.4 billion into cryptocurrency companies in January 2026, marking a 14% increase from the previous year. Despite a decrease in the number of deals from 85 to 60, the average deal size grew, reflecting a focused investment approach. Major investors included Wall Street giants like Bank of New York Mellon and Fidelity, alongside crypto-native VCs such as Maelstrom Fund and Paradigm. The influx of capital is largely directed towards U.S.-based startups in stablecoins, payment cards, and infrastructure, driven by clearer regulatory frameworks. Notable funding rounds included Rain's $250 million Series B led by Iconiq Capital, BitGo's $213 million IPO, and LMAX Group's $150 million investment from Ripple to integrate traditional markets with blockchain technology.