INTEL: a16z reportedly plans to remove crypto from its blockchain fund’s name

Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) reportedly plans to remove the word “crypto” from the name of its flagship blockchain investment fund and broaden its investment focus beyond cryptocurrency.

The development was reported by The Information and circulated on October 22, 2026. The report also indicates that an original member of the fund’s founding team is preparing to leave.

a16z reportedly broadens its blockchain investment strategy

The reported changes would mark a shift in branding and investment scope for one of Silicon Valley’s most prominent cryptocurrency investors.

Andreessen Horowitz established a dedicated cryptocurrency investment operation in 2018 and has since backed blockchain companies and digital asset projects.

In May 2026, a16z crypto announced a $2.2 billion fifth cryptocurrency fund, bringing its total committed capital for crypto investments to approximately $9.8 billion.

The newly reported plans suggest that the firm is considering a broader investment mandate rather than maintaining an exclusively crypto-focused identity.

Founding team member reportedly preparing to leave

The Information also reports that an original member of the fund’s founding team is departing.

The identity of the individual and details surrounding the departure have not been independently confirmed.

The reported fund renaming and personnel change have not been established as evidence that Andreessen Horowitz intends to exit cryptocurrency investing.

Further details about the revised investment strategy and the firm’s official plans remain subject to confirmation.