Arch is a Blockchain Infrastructure Premier Bitcoin-Native Application Platform
Corn
Venture Round in 2024
Corn is a new Ethereum Layer 2 network that aims to be the best platform for utilizing Bitcoin.
B² Network
Seed Round in 2024
B² Network is a Bitcoin Layer 2 network that utilizes ZK rollup and on-chain logical gate commitment verification mechanisms. It is a supplementary network that runs on top of the Bitcoin Network. It also introduces smart contracts to Bitcoin, which could open up new possibilities for DeFi, NFTs, and derivatives.
SatLayer
Pre Seed Round in 2024
SatLayer is a stealth-mode startup developing a modular security platform specifically designed for Bitcoin. Its core offering, Bitcoin Validated Service (BVS), aims to bolster the security of decentralized applications (dApps) and protocols within the cryptocurrency ecosystem.
Arch is a Blockchain Infrastructure Premier Bitcoin-Native Application Platform
CELL Studio
Seed Round in 2024
CELL Studio is a technology company specializing in blockchain software development. It primarily focuses on the Bitcoin (BTC) ecosystem, aiming to drive integration and enhance interoperability and scalability. The company's services include exploring Layer Two frameworks, integrating Nostr, facilitating micropayments, and developing intent-based decentralized applications (d-apps).
BitSmiley
Venture Round in 2024
BitSmiley is a cryptocurrency platform focused on providing comprehensive Bitcoin DeFi solutions, specifically addressing gaps in stablecoin and lending infrastructure within the Bitcoin ecosystem. The company's primary offering is an over-collateralized stablecoin, which allows users to leverage Bitcoin as collateral through the BitSmileyDAO and mint BitUSD. In addition to stablecoin services, BitSmiley specializes in peer-to-peer lending and has developed insurance and credit default swap derivatives based on its lending framework. This enables users to access a variety of financial services, including stablecoin transactions, lending options, and related derivatives, contributing to a more versatile and robust financial ecosystem.
Nubit
Pre Seed Round in 2024
Founded by UCSB professor Yu Feng, Nubit is building the Trustless World Computer for Bitcoin, enabling open scaling and programmability of Bitcoin through Bitcoin-native technology (BitVM, OP_CAT, DA, etc).
Nubit lets developers build any native application, onboarding the world to Bitcoin. Backed by Polychain.
Learn more at Nubit.org.
DLC.link
Seed Round in 2024
DLC.link enables users to earn yield on their Bitcoin while maintaining full ownership. It facilitates non-custodial escrow, unlocking the majority of idle Bitcoin for lending across various blockchains.
Zeus Network
Seed Round in 2024
Zeus Network is a cutting-edge and permissionless communication layer platform that connects connects Solana and Bitcoin.
BounceBit
Seed Round in 2024
BounceBit is a company focused on creating a robust trading platform designed for cryptocurrency users. It provides a Bitcoin restacking infrastructure that enhances yield opportunities while facilitating seamless trading experiences. By connecting decentralized finance (DeFi) and centralized finance (CeFi) through an environment that is compatible with Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM), BounceBit ensures financial security for its users. The platform emphasizes smart contract execution centered around the BTC Token, aiming to offer a comprehensive solution for users navigating the complexities of crypto trading.
UniSat is an Open Source Chrome Extension for Bitcoin Ordinals.
Bitmap Tech
Venture Round in 2024
Bitmap Tech operates a platform focused on Bitcoin layer technologies. It enables users to create land NFTs within its ecosystem and fosters development of cryptocurrency applications.
BitSmiley
Initial Coin Offering in 2024
BitSmiley is a cryptocurrency platform focused on providing comprehensive Bitcoin DeFi solutions, specifically addressing gaps in stablecoin and lending infrastructure within the Bitcoin ecosystem. The company's primary offering is an over-collateralized stablecoin, which allows users to leverage Bitcoin as collateral through the BitSmileyDAO and mint BitUSD. In addition to stablecoin services, BitSmiley specializes in peer-to-peer lending and has developed insurance and credit default swap derivatives based on its lending framework. This enables users to access a variety of financial services, including stablecoin transactions, lending options, and related derivatives, contributing to a more versatile and robust financial ecosystem.
B² Network
Seed Round in 2024
B² Network is a Bitcoin Layer 2 network that utilizes ZK rollup and on-chain logical gate commitment verification mechanisms. It is a supplementary network that runs on top of the Bitcoin Network. It also introduces smart contracts to Bitcoin, which could open up new possibilities for DeFi, NFTs, and derivatives.
BabylonChain
Series A in 2023
Babylon builds security protocols to enhance the security of decentralized systems by leveraging Bitcoin's established security. The company's solutions include timestamping data on the Bitcoin blockchain and enabling Bitcoin holders to stake their coins on Proof-of-Stake blockchains without needing a custodian.
Kollider
Seed Round in 2022
Developer of an online trading platform intended to facilitate buying and selling of cryptocurrencies. The company's platform helps to open and close positions directly from digital wallets, enabling crypto traders to improve return on investment.
VirgoCX is a prominent regulated cryptocurrency trading platform based in Canada, focused on providing a secure, user-friendly, and cost-effective environment for trading digital currencies. The company offers a fiat-to-crypto exchange platform that facilitates the buying and selling of cryptocurrencies, catering to both individual users and professional traders. With a commitment to enhancing the trading experience, VirgoCX employs advanced technology, multi-level security measures, and comprehensive trading analytics. Additionally, the platform supports robust international payment services, enabling users to efficiently manage their cryptocurrency transactions and maximize their trading potential.
Domination Finance
Seed Round in 2021
Domination Finance develops a non-custodial trading platform for speculating on cryptocurrency market dominance metrics. Deployed on Ethereum, Polygon, and Boba networks, its platform enables users to long or short Bitcoin Dominance using synthetic tokens built on the UMA protocol.