Digital Currency Group

Digital Currency Group (DCG) is a corporate venture capital firm based in Stamford, Connecticut, founded in 2015. The company focuses on building and supporting businesses within the bitcoin and blockchain sectors by providing insights, networking opportunities, and access to capital. With over 150 investments across more than 30 countries, DCG primarily targets companies involved in financial technology, web3 infrastructure, decentralized finance, and related fields. In addition to its investment activities, DCG owns and operates several key entities in the digital currency ecosystem, including CoinDesk, a leading media and events platform, Genesis Trading, a prominent bitcoin brokerage firm, and Grayscale Investments, the largest asset management firm specializing in digital currencies.

Matthew Beck

Managing Director, Investments

Colette Oliver

Vice President, Meetings and Events

Past deals in Trading Platform

Neutral Exchange

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Neutral is an exchange for environmental assets. We combine tokenized carbon credits, renewable energy credits, and carbon forwards with specialized market infrastructure to deliver efficiency, transparency, and trust in environmental asset markets.

Volare Finance

Seed Round in 2022
Volare Finance specializes in decentralized finance, offering innovative trading tools specifically designed for exotic options. The company's platform enables users to engage in transparent and trustless option trading without the need for intermediaries. By providing a decentralized mechanism, Volare Finance allows investors to create standard or customized option strategy portfolios, facilitating hedging, speculation, and yield enhancement. This approach effectively addresses credit risk issues commonly associated with options trading, making it a valuable resource for investors seeking to navigate the complexities of the options market.

Elwood Technologies

Series A in 2022
Elwood Technologies is a prominent fintech firm that specializes in developing digital asset trading infrastructure tailored for institutional clients. The company offers a comprehensive platform that facilitates connectivity to global cryptocurrency exchanges, custodians, and liquidity providers. Its solutions encompass advanced execution management, portfolio analytics, and risk management tools, enabling financial institutions to efficiently navigate the complexities of digital asset markets. Founded by experts with extensive experience in both traditional finance and digital technology, Elwood Technologies is committed to enhancing the efficiency and security of financial operations in the rapidly evolving landscape of digital assets.

Tribal Capital Markets

Initial Coin Offering in 2022
Tribal Capital Markets, LLC is a full-service broker-dealer firm based in New York City and affiliated with the Morongo Band of Mission Indians. As a Certified Minority Business Enterprise, TCM offers a wide range of financial services, including mortgage-backed securities trading, municipal debt, and investment banking. The firm specializes in debt capital markets, equity and fixed-income trading, and provides clearing services. TCM serves a diverse clientele that includes banks, corporations, asset managers, pension plans, municipalities, and hedge funds, addressing their liquidity and execution needs in today's market environment. The firm is a wholly owned subsidiary of Tribal Capital Partners, LLC and is staffed by experienced professionals dedicated to delivering tailored investment solutions.

SSV Network

Venture Round in 2022
SSV Network is focused on developing a distributed validator technology specifically for Ethereum staking. In addition to this, the company offers a crypto-based financial trading platform that caters to investors and traders in the cryptocurrency market. This platform provides features such as portfolio management and trade automation, enabling users to effectively manage their cryptocurrency investments and make informed trading decisions. By combining innovative staking technology with robust trading tools, SSV Network aims to enhance the trading experience for its users.

Hubble Protocol

Venture Round in 2022
Hubble Protocol is a decentralized financial platform that facilitates long-term borrowing, lending, and the creation of structured financial products. It aims to democratize access to decentralized finance by offering a range of sustainable financial services. The protocol's software supports multi-asset collateral and enables zero-interest borrowing, allowing users to leverage yield-bearing assets for loans. Additionally, Hubble enhances yield generation on deposits of various tokens, providing clients with optimized financial opportunities while minimizing costs associated with loans.

C3

Seed Round in 2021
C3 is a self-custodial exchange that combines the advantages of self-custody and decentralization with the performance and accessibility expected from traditional trading platforms. It is designed to facilitate trading in both spot and derivatives markets. The platform features a sophisticated clearing engine that supports cross-margin and cross-collateralization, allowing traders to manage their capital more efficiently by calculating margin requirements globally based on their open positions. With its focus on enhancing user experience, C3 aims to provide a secure and efficient environment for trading digital assets.

Tinyman

Seed Round in 2021
Tinyman is a decentralized trading protocol built on the Algorand blockchain, providing a secure and efficient marketplace for traders, liquidity providers, and developers. The company focuses on creating an open platform that facilitates asset trading and swapping, including tokens and currencies, at market rates. By leveraging blockchain technology, Tinyman acts as a market maker, ensuring that users can engage in secure trading activities while benefiting from the speed and reliability of its underlying framework. This innovative approach positions Tinyman as a significant player in the decentralized finance space.

BitOasis

Series B in 2021
BitOasis is a cryptocurrency trading platform established in 2015 by co-founders Ola Doudin and Daniel Robenek. The company provides a digital asset wallet and exchange that facilitates the buying, selling, and trading of cryptocurrencies. It focuses on cash-based emerging markets, offering a multi-signature wallet and exchange service that enhances asset protection and security for users. BitOasis aims to create a secure and regulated infrastructure for cryptocurrency trading, catering to both retail and institutional clients in the region. By ensuring a safe environment for transactions, BitOasis seeks to simplify access to crypto assets for investors.

Ondo Finance

Seed Round in 2021
Ondo Finance is a developer of a cryptocurrency trading platform aimed at making decentralized finance accessible to a broader audience. The platform provides users with the flexibility to choose between downside protection and enhanced returns, catering to various risk tolerances. By offering these options, Ondo Finance enables individuals to participate in decentralized finance yields while aligning their investment strategies with their personal financial goals.

Coinme

Venture Round in 2021
Coinme Inc. is a prominent bitcoin exchange and ATM operator based in Seattle, Washington, founded in 2014. The company operates the largest licensed cryptocurrency cash exchange in the United States, facilitating the buying and selling of bitcoin at thousands of physical locations across 48 states through partnerships with companies like Coinstar and MoneyGram. Coinme provides a comprehensive suite of consumer products, including a digital wallet and solutions for digital currency IRAs and 401(k)s, making it easier for customers to engage with the digital currency economy. Additionally, Coinme offers a proprietary API that enables legacy financial systems and existing ATMs, kiosks, and merchants to integrate cryptocurrency capabilities, thus promoting broader access to virtual currencies and secure transactions.

Flare Network

Venture Round in 2021
Flare Networks is a blockchain network that utilizes the Flare Consensus Protocol, which is the first Turing Complete Federated Byzantine Agreement protocol. It offers a decentralized contract platform aimed at enhancing contract capabilities across various blockchains. By leveraging the Ethereum Virtual Machine, Flare Networks can access and utilize information from other blockchains and real-world data sources, effectively addressing the oracle problem. This functionality facilitates cross-chain interoperability, allowing users to share contract capabilities with different protocols. Flare Networks seeks to enable a new era of utility within the blockchain ecosystem through its innovative technology.

Circle

Private Equity Round in 2021
Circle is a financial technology firm established in 2013 by Jeremy Allaire and Sean Neville, headquartered in Boston, with additional offices in New York, San Francisco, Dublin, London, and Hong Kong. The company leverages blockchain technology to facilitate payments and e-commerce through stablecoins and its Circle Pay platform, streamlining the process of sending money. Circle offers a range of services, including Circle Invest, which allows users to buy and sell cryptocurrency assets, and Circle Trade, which provides over-the-counter trading services with access to one of the largest global liquidity pools for digital asset trading, averaging $2 billion in monthly volume. Backed by prominent investors such as Goldman Sachs and Accel Partners, Circle positions itself as a key player in the global internet finance sector, focused on integrating crypto assets into mainstream financial applications.

Streami

Venture Round in 2021
Streami, Inc. is a blockchain technology company based in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in solutions that connect and streamline fragmented financial networks worldwide. The firm operates Gofax, a cryptocurrency exchange, and Dask, a cryptocurrency depository. Streami focuses on providing blockchain remittance middleware services designed to establish a robust financial network. Their offerings include secure remittance pathfinding, integration, and risk management, which help financial institutions protect their assets under various conditions while ensuring smooth execution of orders. Through these innovative solutions, Streami aims to enhance the efficiency and security of financial transactions in the digital age.

Slingshot

Seed Round in 2020
Slingshot is a decentralized finance (DeFi) trading platform that enables users to buy, sell, swap, and bridge over 50,000 cryptocurrencies. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, California, Slingshot offers a secure and user-friendly interface that combines the efficiency of centralized platforms with the transparency and security of decentralized technologies. The platform aggregates prices across multiple decentralized exchanges, ensuring users have access to the best available rates for their token trades. It features a range of tools, including live price charts, portfolio tracking, and various wallet integrations, all designed to enhance the trading experience. Renowned for its commitment to security and user sovereignty, Slingshot aims to empower retail users in the digital asset space.

Circle

Venture Round in 2020
Circle is a financial technology firm established in 2013 by Jeremy Allaire and Sean Neville, headquartered in Boston, with additional offices in New York, San Francisco, Dublin, London, and Hong Kong. The company leverages blockchain technology to facilitate payments and e-commerce through stablecoins and its Circle Pay platform, streamlining the process of sending money. Circle offers a range of services, including Circle Invest, which allows users to buy and sell cryptocurrency assets, and Circle Trade, which provides over-the-counter trading services with access to one of the largest global liquidity pools for digital asset trading, averaging $2 billion in monthly volume. Backed by prominent investors such as Goldman Sachs and Accel Partners, Circle positions itself as a key player in the global internet finance sector, focused on integrating crypto assets into mainstream financial applications.

Paradigm

Seed Round in 2020
Paradigm Connect, Inc. is a New York-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in creating an institutional-grade communications platform for over-the-counter (OTC) digital asset traders. The platform automates price negotiation and settlement workflows, addressing inefficiencies in traditional OTC trading processes. By leveraging artificial intelligence, Paradigm enhances the trading experience for professional traders and institutions, offering a zero-fee liquidity network that integrates both centralized and decentralized finance. This approach allows clients to access multi-asset, multi-protocol liquidity while significantly reducing trading costs through the elimination of fees. The company is supported by notable investors in the OTC market, reflecting its innovative vision to transform institutional trading practices.

Skew

Series A in 2020
Skew Ltd is a London-based company founded in 2018 that develops and operates an online marketplace focused on providing market intelligence for crypto derivatives markets. The platform offers real-time data analytics specifically for bitcoin and ether derivatives, catering to the needs of traders, investors, and researchers. Skew provides users with customized services and essential tools, including market and custom data dashboards, to facilitate a comprehensive understanding of the cryptocurrency landscape. Through its innovative financial infrastructure, the company aims to enhance market participants' ability to navigate the evolving digital assets space.

Zabo

Seed Round in 2020
Zabo is a startup focused on providing financial companies with a comprehensive platform to connect and manage cryptocurrency accounts. Utilizing an API-based application, Zabo enables seamless integration of cryptocurrency accounts into existing applications with minimal coding. This innovative solution offers clients the functionality to buy, sell, and transfer cryptocurrencies while also providing support for hardware wallet integration. By allowing financial institutions to offer their customers a consolidated view of their crypto investments, Zabo enhances the user experience in managing digital assets.

CoinFLEX

Venture Round in 2019
CoinFLEX is a cryptocurrency derivatives exchange and yield platform that specializes in trading crypto assets, including Bitcoin. The company offers a physically delivered crypto futures exchange designed to address shortcomings in cash-settled contracts, allowing for high leverage trading that minimizes risks associated with index or settlement manipulation. CoinFLEX provides innovative yield products, notably flexUSD, the first interest-earning stablecoin, and AMM+, an automated market maker that emphasizes capital efficiency. The platform aims to streamline and secure the trading and management processes for professional proprietary trading firms, hedge funds, and institutions operating in the cryptocurrency sector. Backed by notable figures and institutions in the crypto industry, CoinFLEX is committed to enhancing the trading experience in global cryptocurrency markets.

CoinFLEX

Seed Round in 2019
CoinFLEX is a cryptocurrency derivatives exchange and yield platform that specializes in trading crypto assets, including Bitcoin. The company offers a physically delivered crypto futures exchange designed to address shortcomings in cash-settled contracts, allowing for high leverage trading that minimizes risks associated with index or settlement manipulation. CoinFLEX provides innovative yield products, notably flexUSD, the first interest-earning stablecoin, and AMM+, an automated market maker that emphasizes capital efficiency. The platform aims to streamline and secure the trading and management processes for professional proprietary trading firms, hedge funds, and institutions operating in the cryptocurrency sector. Backed by notable figures and institutions in the crypto industry, CoinFLEX is committed to enhancing the trading experience in global cryptocurrency markets.

Coinhouse

Series A in 2019
Coinhouse is a prominent French platform specializing in investment services for Bitcoin and various other crypto assets. Registered as a Crypto Asset Service Provider by the Autorité des Marchés Financiers in March 2020, and subsequently by the CSSF in Luxembourg in December 2021, Coinhouse aims to facilitate access to the evolving landscape of finance for both retail and corporate investors across Europe. The company offers solutions for businesses to accept cryptocurrency payments and engage in crypto transactions, supporting on and off-ramp activities. Coinhouse is committed to leveraging blockchain technologies to transform the banking and finance sectors, enhancing security and accessibility while providing innovative financial services. Through its platform, Coinhouse also delivers market insights and analysis, enabling clients to make informed decisions regarding their digital assets and investment opportunities.

Nomics

Series A in 2018
Nomics LLC is a company that specializes in providing market data APIs for institutional cryptocurrency investors and exchanges. Founded in 2017 and based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Nomics offers a range of services aimed at enhancing cryptocurrency trading and investment strategies. Its offerings include strategy backtesting, the execution of rebalancing methodologies, and the development of financial models tailored to the crypto market. The company also focuses on identifying arbitrage opportunities, implementing indexing methodologies, and finding correlations among various crypto assets. Additionally, Nomics provides custom alerts and alerting services to help investors stay informed about market fluctuations. Overall, Nomics aims to serve as a comprehensive resource for cryptocurrency data and investment tools.

ErisX

Series B in 2018
ErisX is a Chicago-based company founded in 2018 that operates an online trading platform focused on the digital asset market. It offers both spot and futures contracts, facilitating easy access for users to exchange cryptocurrencies. The platform integrates advanced technology to create a reliable and compliant environment for trading, deposits, and withdrawals. By leveraging its digital asset exchange and clearinghouse capabilities, ErisX aims to streamline capital markets workflows, providing clients with a robust infrastructure for their trading needs.

Circle

Series E in 2018
Circle is a financial technology firm established in 2013 by Jeremy Allaire and Sean Neville, headquartered in Boston, with additional offices in New York, San Francisco, Dublin, London, and Hong Kong. The company leverages blockchain technology to facilitate payments and e-commerce through stablecoins and its Circle Pay platform, streamlining the process of sending money. Circle offers a range of services, including Circle Invest, which allows users to buy and sell cryptocurrency assets, and Circle Trade, which provides over-the-counter trading services with access to one of the largest global liquidity pools for digital asset trading, averaging $2 billion in monthly volume. Backed by prominent investors such as Goldman Sachs and Accel Partners, Circle positions itself as a key player in the global internet finance sector, focused on integrating crypto assets into mainstream financial applications.

Tagomi

Venture Round in 2018
Tagomi is a cryptocurrency trading platform that offers clients enhanced execution capabilities to optimize their trading experience. The platform utilizes advanced routing tactics and sophisticated execution algorithms to analyze both real-time and historical data, allowing it to determine the optimal timing and venues for trades. By focusing on maximizing client returns and minimizing trading costs, Tagomi aims to deliver efficient access to priced liquidity and low commissions, thereby enabling clients to retain a greater portion of their profits.

CoinList

Series A in 2018
CoinList is a leading platform in the digital finance sector, focused on facilitating the launch and growth of innovative digital assets. The company provides a comprehensive token distribution service that connects blockchain projects with potential investors prior to their asset listings on other exchanges. CoinList supports various stages of crypto investment, including token sales, distribution, trading, lending, staking, and access to decentralized finance opportunities. Users can trade and store a wide range of cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin and Ether, through its mobile app and website, CoinList.co. The platform caters to a diverse clientele, including validators, miners, founders, CEOs, and crypto enthusiasts, ensuring they have access to new tokens and crypto-specific services. CoinList's mission is to be the most trusted brand in digital finance while expanding access for early adopters and fostering innovation within the cryptocurrency ecosystem.

eToro

Series E in 2018
eToro is a global multi-asset investment platform founded in 2007, based in London. It empowers individuals to grow their knowledge and wealth by providing a social trading network that allows users to trade various assets including currencies, commodities, indices, crypto assets, and stocks. eToro's platform enables users to manually invest in different asset classes or automatically copy the trades of other successful traders within its community of over 23 million registered users. The company operates as a subsidiary of eToro Group Limited.

OB1

Series A in 2018
OB1 is a developer of a peer-to-peer trading platform that facilitates a cryptocurrency marketplace. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia, the company aims to make online trade accessible and cost-free for users, enabling them to buy and sell goods directly to one another without the interference of centralized servers or governing bodies. By leveraging cryptocurrency, specifically bitcoins, OB1 allows users to engage in private commerce, fostering a decentralized trading environment.

BitOasis

Venture Round in 2018
BitOasis is a cryptocurrency trading platform established in 2015 by co-founders Ola Doudin and Daniel Robenek. The company provides a digital asset wallet and exchange that facilitates the buying, selling, and trading of cryptocurrencies. It focuses on cash-based emerging markets, offering a multi-signature wallet and exchange service that enhances asset protection and security for users. BitOasis aims to create a secure and regulated infrastructure for cryptocurrency trading, catering to both retail and institutional clients in the region. By ensuring a safe environment for transactions, BitOasis seeks to simplify access to crypto assets for investors.

Buda

Venture Round in 2018
Buda.com develops and operates cryptocurrency markets in South America.

Buda

Venture Round in 2018
Buda.com develops and operates cryptocurrency markets in South America.

RADAR

Seed Round in 2017
Radar Relay, LLC is a technology company established in 2017 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado. It specializes in an Ethereum-based trading platform that facilitates wallet-to-wallet transactions through the 0x Protocol. The platform operates an order book, allowing users to trade tokens directly between their wallets without the need for accounts, sign-ups, or custody of assets. This approach ensures that users maintain control over their assets throughout the trading process, enhancing security and user autonomy. By eliminating traditional barriers such as deposits and withdrawal limits, Radar Relay offers a streamlined trading experience for cryptocurrency users.

Coinhouse

Seed Round in 2017
Coinhouse is a prominent French platform specializing in investment services for Bitcoin and various other crypto assets. Registered as a Crypto Asset Service Provider by the Autorité des Marchés Financiers in March 2020, and subsequently by the CSSF in Luxembourg in December 2021, Coinhouse aims to facilitate access to the evolving landscape of finance for both retail and corporate investors across Europe. The company offers solutions for businesses to accept cryptocurrency payments and engage in crypto transactions, supporting on and off-ramp activities. Coinhouse is committed to leveraging blockchain technologies to transform the banking and finance sectors, enhancing security and accessibility while providing innovative financial services. Through its platform, Coinhouse also delivers market insights and analysis, enabling clients to make informed decisions regarding their digital assets and investment opportunities.

Omniex Holdings

Seed Round in 2017
Omniex Holdings, Inc. is a software infrastructure company that provides an integrated institutional operating platform tailored for investment managers and active traders in the crypto-assets sector. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Santa Monica, the company aims to simplify access to crypto trading by removing fragmentation across services. Omniex offers a range of solutions, including Portfolio Solutions and Analytics for tracking crypto-asset portfolios and performance, Connectivity and Routing services that unify trading interfaces and enhance execution efficiency, and Algorithmic Execution Services designed to minimize market impact during order execution. Through these offerings, Omniex facilitates comprehensive end-to-end services for clients, enhancing their ability to manage portfolios and make informed investment decisions in the evolving cryptocurrency landscape.

Jiko

Seed Round in 2017
Jiko is a technology-driven financial institution that offers a unique debit card service, Jiko Solid, which enables users to track and manage their expenses securely, both online and offline. The company provides cashback on every transaction, single-use virtual cards, and allows users to invest their money in safe assets like US Treasury bills, all with no minimum balance requirements. Jiko operates through a user-friendly mobile application and is headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in New York City and Reykjavik. As a vertically integrated financial institution, Jiko combines a nationally chartered bank and a registered broker-dealer to hold cash as T-bills, ensuring safety and yield for its users.

CoinJar

Venture Round in 2017
CoinJar is an Australian digital currency platform founded in 2013 in Melbourne. It facilitates the buying and selling of bitcoins, enabling both individuals and merchants to engage with cryptocurrencies. The platform supports various categories for merchants to accept bitcoin payments, including electronics, fashion, health, and charities. CoinJar also offers an application that links with a debit card, allowing users to utilize digital currencies for everyday transactions. To enhance security, the platform employs multi-factor authentication, ensuring the safety of users' assets. By providing accessible tools and services, CoinJar aims to create a seamless experience for individuals and businesses looking to integrate digital currencies into their daily operations.

ShapeShift

Series A in 2017
ShapeShift is a digital currency exchange platform established in July 2014, designed to facilitate the instant conversion of Bitcoin and various altcoins. The platform distinguishes itself by allowing users to trade cryptocurrencies without the need for user accounts or registration, thereby enhancing privacy and reducing risks associated with personal information and funds. In the summer of 2019, ShapeShift introduced a new platform that empowers users to self-custody their crypto assets while providing functionalities to buy, sell, trade, track, send, and receive cryptocurrencies independently of third-party involvement. Additionally, the company operates CoinCap.io, a real-time crypto market data service, and acquired the hardware wallet company KeepKey in 2017. ShapeShift is led by industry veteran Erik Voorhees.

Unocoin

Seed Round in 2016
Unocoin is a mobile wallet and cryptocurrency trading platform based in Tumakuru, India, launched in 2013. It allows users to buy, sell, store, and utilize bitcoins, providing a comprehensive solution for both individual users and merchants. The platform supports features such as printing paper wallets, importing bitcoin addresses, and withdrawing bitcoins to paper wallets. Additionally, Unocoin offers a point-of-sale merchant app, facilitating transactions in the digital currency space. Its focus on user-friendly access to real-time market data and the development of secure trading tools positions Unocoin as a trusted option for trading digital currencies in India.

Bitso

Series A in 2016
Bitso is a cryptocurrency exchange platform founded in 2014 and headquartered in Mexico City, Mexico. The company specializes in facilitating the buying and selling of bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, providing users with a marketplace where they can trade fractions of various digital assets. Bitso's platform is designed for ease of use, allowing customers to conduct transactions and make payments via mobile devices. By focusing on the fintech and blockchain sectors, Bitso aims to enhance accessibility to cryptocurrency trading for users in Mexico and beyond.

Crypto Facilities

Seed Round in 2016
Crypto Facilities Ltd. is a financial services firm that operates a regulated trading platform for digital assets, including bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Barking, United Kingdom, the company specializes in providing risk management, hedging, and trading solutions tailored to the needs of its clients. It serves as a broker for exchange-traded futures and options, allowing users to trade and manage price risks associated with digital tokens. The platform enables customers to open and verify accounts, deposit bitcoins, and engage in trading activities around the clock. As of early 2019, Crypto Facilities operates as a subsidiary of Payward, Inc.

BitOasis

Seed Round in 2016
BitOasis is a cryptocurrency trading platform established in 2015 by co-founders Ola Doudin and Daniel Robenek. The company provides a digital asset wallet and exchange that facilitates the buying, selling, and trading of cryptocurrencies. It focuses on cash-based emerging markets, offering a multi-signature wallet and exchange service that enhances asset protection and security for users. BitOasis aims to create a secure and regulated infrastructure for cryptocurrency trading, catering to both retail and institutional clients in the region. By ensuring a safe environment for transactions, BitOasis seeks to simplify access to crypto assets for investors.

Buda

Seed Round in 2016
Buda.com develops and operates cryptocurrency markets in South America.

Gem

Series A in 2016
Gem is a developer of next-generation cryptocurrency applications and a blockchain platform that empowers individuals to take control of their wealth through innovative digital solutions. Founded in 2013, Gem offers a secure universal wallet that acts as a single entry point for users to track their cryptocurrency investments and net worth. The platform facilitates the curated discovery of new tokens and decentralized applications, enhancing the participation experience in the evolving digital marketplace. With a team of experienced software architects and blockchain engineers, Gem is dedicated to providing easier and more secure ways for consumers to engage with the growing decentralization movement.

Streami

Seed Round in 2016
Streami, Inc. is a blockchain technology company based in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in solutions that connect and streamline fragmented financial networks worldwide. The firm operates Gofax, a cryptocurrency exchange, and Dask, a cryptocurrency depository. Streami focuses on providing blockchain remittance middleware services designed to establish a robust financial network. Their offerings include secure remittance pathfinding, integration, and risk management, which help financial institutions protect their assets under various conditions while ensuring smooth execution of orders. Through these innovative solutions, Streami aims to enhance the efficiency and security of financial transactions in the digital age.

Genesis

Venture Round in 2016
Genesis is a leading provider of virtual currency trading services, facilitating billions in digital currency trades, loans, and transactions each month. The company offers a comprehensive platform that enables secure buying and selling of large blocks of digital currencies, providing two-sided liquidity in the market. With a team composed of professionals with extensive experience in top investment banks and a deep understanding of cryptocurrency markets, Genesis delivers a secure marketplace for digital asset trading, derivatives, borrowing, lending, and custody services. Their focus is on simplifying the process for investors while ensuring a high level of security and efficiency in digital currency transactions.

Purse

Seed Round in 2015
Purse operates a peer-to-peer marketplace aimed at enhancing the utility of Bitcoin in global commerce. By offering significant discounts, such as 15% off on Amazon purchases, Purse incentivizes consumers to spend their Bitcoin rather than merely holding it. The platform allows users to easily buy Bitcoin with a credit card, streamlining the purchasing process and addressing the challenges associated with using cryptocurrency for everyday transactions. Furthermore, Purse enables users to trade gift cards for cryptocurrencies, providing additional flexibility and savings on regular purchases. Overall, Purse seeks to create a frictionless shopping experience while promoting the adoption of Bitcoin and Bitcoin Cash in online marketplaces.

Keza

Seed Round in 2015
Keza is an exchange and trading platform that specializes in enabling users to invest in a range of stocks and bonds using bitcoin. The platform is designed to assist individuals in selecting investment portfolios tailored to their risk preferences. By tying returns to the performance of bitcoin and the associated portfolio of stocks and bonds, Keza provides a unique investment opportunity that integrates cryptocurrency with traditional financial assets.

Abra

Series A in 2015
Abra is a cryptocurrency platform established in 2014, designed to provide a straightforward and secure environment for individuals and businesses to buy, trade, and borrow against cryptocurrencies. Based in the United States and operational in over 150 countries, Abra facilitates easy conversion between cryptocurrencies and various local fiat currencies. The platform serves a diverse clientele, including high-net-worth individuals, family offices, registered investment advisors, and institutions, offering customizable services that allow users to manage their crypto portfolios effectively. With over two million customers and $9 billion processed in transactions, Abra has positioned itself as a trusted solution in the cryptocurrency market, earning recognition as one of the top five crypto wallets. The company is supported by prominent investors, reinforcing its commitment to creating an open and accessible global financial system.

ShapeShift

Seed Round in 2015
ShapeShift is a digital currency exchange platform established in July 2014, designed to facilitate the instant conversion of Bitcoin and various altcoins. The platform distinguishes itself by allowing users to trade cryptocurrencies without the need for user accounts or registration, thereby enhancing privacy and reducing risks associated with personal information and funds. In the summer of 2019, ShapeShift introduced a new platform that empowers users to self-custody their crypto assets while providing functionalities to buy, sell, trade, track, send, and receive cryptocurrencies independently of third-party involvement. Additionally, the company operates CoinCap.io, a real-time crypto market data service, and acquired the hardware wallet company KeepKey in 2017. ShapeShift is led by industry veteran Erik Voorhees.

Bitso

Seed Round in 2015
Bitso is a cryptocurrency exchange platform founded in 2014 and headquartered in Mexico City, Mexico. The company specializes in facilitating the buying and selling of bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, providing users with a marketplace where they can trade fractions of various digital assets. Bitso's platform is designed for ease of use, allowing customers to conduct transactions and make payments via mobile devices. By focusing on the fintech and blockchain sectors, Bitso aims to enhance accessibility to cryptocurrency trading for users in Mexico and beyond.

Circle

Series C in 2015
Circle is a financial technology firm established in 2013 by Jeremy Allaire and Sean Neville, headquartered in Boston, with additional offices in New York, San Francisco, Dublin, London, and Hong Kong. The company leverages blockchain technology to facilitate payments and e-commerce through stablecoins and its Circle Pay platform, streamlining the process of sending money. Circle offers a range of services, including Circle Invest, which allows users to buy and sell cryptocurrency assets, and Circle Trade, which provides over-the-counter trading services with access to one of the largest global liquidity pools for digital asset trading, averaging $2 billion in monthly volume. Backed by prominent investors such as Goldman Sachs and Accel Partners, Circle positions itself as a key player in the global internet finance sector, focused on integrating crypto assets into mainstream financial applications.

ShapeShift

Seed Round in 2015
ShapeShift is a digital currency exchange platform established in July 2014, designed to facilitate the instant conversion of Bitcoin and various altcoins. The platform distinguishes itself by allowing users to trade cryptocurrencies without the need for user accounts or registration, thereby enhancing privacy and reducing risks associated with personal information and funds. In the summer of 2019, ShapeShift introduced a new platform that empowers users to self-custody their crypto assets while providing functionalities to buy, sell, trade, track, send, and receive cryptocurrencies independently of third-party involvement. Additionally, the company operates CoinCap.io, a real-time crypto market data service, and acquired the hardware wallet company KeepKey in 2017. ShapeShift is led by industry veteran Erik Voorhees.

Abra

Series A in 2015
Abra is a cryptocurrency platform established in 2014, designed to provide a straightforward and secure environment for individuals and businesses to buy, trade, and borrow against cryptocurrencies. Based in the United States and operational in over 150 countries, Abra facilitates easy conversion between cryptocurrencies and various local fiat currencies. The platform serves a diverse clientele, including high-net-worth individuals, family offices, registered investment advisors, and institutions, offering customizable services that allow users to manage their crypto portfolios effectively. With over two million customers and $9 billion processed in transactions, Abra has positioned itself as a trusted solution in the cryptocurrency market, earning recognition as one of the top five crypto wallets. The company is supported by prominent investors, reinforcing its commitment to creating an open and accessible global financial system.

BitFlyer

Series B in 2015
BitFlyer, Inc. is a virtual currency exchange and blockchain development service provider based in Minato-ku, Japan. Established in 2014, it specializes in facilitating transactions in various digital currencies, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin, among others. BitFlyer offers a comprehensive platform that enables customers to buy, sell, and spend cryptocurrencies securely. It features multiple markets, including a Bitcoin marketplace and altcoin exchanges, along with advanced services such as an application programming interface for custom account management. Additionally, BitFlyer provides e-commerce payment solutions that allow businesses to accept Bitcoin, enhancing the overall trading experience. The company also operates fundFlyer, a crowdfunding platform designed to support projects through Bitcoin funding.

BitFlyer

Series B in 2014
BitFlyer, Inc. is a virtual currency exchange and blockchain development service provider based in Minato-ku, Japan. Established in 2014, it specializes in facilitating transactions in various digital currencies, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin, among others. BitFlyer offers a comprehensive platform that enables customers to buy, sell, and spend cryptocurrencies securely. It features multiple markets, including a Bitcoin marketplace and altcoin exchanges, along with advanced services such as an application programming interface for custom account management. Additionally, BitFlyer provides e-commerce payment solutions that allow businesses to accept Bitcoin, enhancing the overall trading experience. The company also operates fundFlyer, a crowdfunding platform designed to support projects through Bitcoin funding.

Melotic

Seed Round in 2014
Melotic, Inc. is a cryptocurrency technology company founded in 2014 and based in Hong Kong. The company operates a digital asset exchange, facilitating the trading of curated digital assets, including Bitcoins. Melotic aims to enhance financial inclusion by providing a platform that enables users worldwide to transact easily and securely with cryptocurrencies. Its team comprises experienced technologists and professionals who share a strong belief in the transformative potential of digital currencies.

Tradewave

Seed Round in 2014
Tradewave is a web-based platform that specializes in algorithmic trading for cryptocurrencies. It allows users to create and backtest their own trading algorithms using historical market data at no cost. Once users are ready, Tradewave facilitates the live execution of these trading strategies across major cryptocurrency exchanges. The platform is designed to simplify the process of developing automated trading strategies, making it accessible for individuals looking to engage in cryptocurrency trading.

Unocoin

Seed Round in 2014
Unocoin is a mobile wallet and cryptocurrency trading platform based in Tumakuru, India, launched in 2013. It allows users to buy, sell, store, and utilize bitcoins, providing a comprehensive solution for both individual users and merchants. The platform supports features such as printing paper wallets, importing bitcoin addresses, and withdrawing bitcoins to paper wallets. Additionally, Unocoin offers a point-of-sale merchant app, facilitating transactions in the digital currency space. Its focus on user-friendly access to real-time market data and the development of secure trading tools positions Unocoin as a trusted option for trading digital currencies in India.

Volabit

Venture Round in 2014
Volabit is a developer of a cryptocurrency trading platform. Volabit allows cash-based online payments through its mobile wallet as well as faster and cheaper international transfers. Volabit is financially empowering people through the use of Bitcoin.

Abra

Seed Round in 2014
Abra is a cryptocurrency platform established in 2014, designed to provide a straightforward and secure environment for individuals and businesses to buy, trade, and borrow against cryptocurrencies. Based in the United States and operational in over 150 countries, Abra facilitates easy conversion between cryptocurrencies and various local fiat currencies. The platform serves a diverse clientele, including high-net-worth individuals, family offices, registered investment advisors, and institutions, offering customizable services that allow users to manage their crypto portfolios effectively. With over two million customers and $9 billion processed in transactions, Abra has positioned itself as a trusted solution in the cryptocurrency market, earning recognition as one of the top five crypto wallets. The company is supported by prominent investors, reinforcing its commitment to creating an open and accessible global financial system.

TradeBlock

Seed Round in 2014
TradeBlock Inc., established in 2013 and headquartered in New York, specializes in developing institutional trading tools for digital currencies. The company provides financial institutions with execution and analysis tools tailored to cryptocurrency markets, offering global market data insights on trading, regulations, mining, blockchain analysis, protocol updates, and economic developments. As of December 2020, TradeBlock operates as a subsidiary of CoinDesk LLC.

Circle

Series B in 2014
Circle is a financial technology firm established in 2013 by Jeremy Allaire and Sean Neville, headquartered in Boston, with additional offices in New York, San Francisco, Dublin, London, and Hong Kong. The company leverages blockchain technology to facilitate payments and e-commerce through stablecoins and its Circle Pay platform, streamlining the process of sending money. Circle offers a range of services, including Circle Invest, which allows users to buy and sell cryptocurrency assets, and Circle Trade, which provides over-the-counter trading services with access to one of the largest global liquidity pools for digital asset trading, averaging $2 billion in monthly volume. Backed by prominent investors such as Goldman Sachs and Accel Partners, Circle positions itself as a key player in the global internet finance sector, focused on integrating crypto assets into mainstream financial applications.

Kraken

Series A in 2014
Kraken is a prominent cryptocurrency exchange founded in 2011 that facilitates spot and futures trading for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and over 40 other digital assets. With a client base exceeding 7 million, Kraken plays a significant role in the mainstream adoption of cryptocurrencies by providing a marketplace where buyers, sellers, traders, and speculators can exchange digital currencies against traditional national currencies such as USD, EUR, CAD, and JPY. The platform caters to various user needs, offering services like an Over-the-Counter (OTC) desk for larger trades, advanced charting tools for technical analysis, and APIs for automated trading. Additionally, Kraken ensures comprehensive customer support with 24/7 live chat assistance, enhancing the user experience for both novice and experienced traders.

Paxos

Seed Round in 2013
Paxos, established in 2012 and based in New York, is a regulated financial institution that specializes in blockchain-based solutions for global financial institutions. It operates a blockchain infrastructure platform designed to facilitate the movement, trading, and management of assets between physical and digital forms. Paxos offers services such as custodial services, digital transformation, and fund mobility, enabling enterprises to tokenize, trade, and settle assets efficiently while reducing counterparty risk. The company's strategic approach involves obtaining regulatory designations to access existing financial infrastructure, allowing it to bridge traditional finance with the digital future.

Coinbase Global

Series A in 2013
Coinbase Global, established in 2012, operates a leading cryptocurrency exchange platform in the United States. The company facilitates transactions, buying, selling, and storage of digital currencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin for both consumers and merchants. Coinbase offers a range of products including Coinbase.com, a user-friendly platform for bitcoin transactions, a global digital asset exchange, merchant tools, and custodial services. The company, headquartered in San Francisco, California, aims to provide a safe and regulation-compliant entry point into the cryptocurrency economy.

Coinsetter

Seed Round in 2013
Coinsetter is an internet company based in New York that operates a Bitcoin trading platform designed for forex traders. Founded in 2012, the company specializes in providing a range of trading tools and services, including margin trading accounts and an application programming interface (API) for seamless integration with other trading systems. Additionally, Coinsetter offers interest-bearing accounts aimed at long-term investors, enhancing the appeal of its platform for those looking to engage in Bitcoin trading. By aggregating liquidity from various exchanges, Coinsetter facilitates efficient trading operations in the Bitcoin market.

BitPremier

Seed Round in 2013
BitPremier is a marketplace specializing in luxury items and exclusive opportunities for the bitcoin community. It facilitates transactions primarily in bitcoins, listing prices in BTC initially and updating the equivalent U.S. dollar amounts to reflect current exchange rates. The platform aims to support users with resources related to cryptocurrencies, offering guidance on digital wallets, trading, and the overall crypto ecosystem. By focusing on high-value transactions, BitPremier caters to a niche market within the growing field of digital currencies.
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