The all-time, total dollar amount invested in crypto and blockchain-related companies has surpassed $90 billion, according to The Block Research.

More than 50 deals so far this month helped power funding for projects pass the $90-billion mark, also according to The Block Research data, which has been tracking capital flows into the relatively new sector since 2017. 

"When observing the current state of venture funding in the blockchain sector, it’s evident that while we haven’t seen a substantial uptick in funding figures, there are encouraging signs," said The Block Research Director John Dantoni.

The Block Research separates new funding announcements into distinct categories: web3, infrastructure, DeFi, NFTs/gaming, crypto financial services, trading and brokerage, data and …