CMT Digital

CMT Digital is a venture capital firm based in Chicago, Illinois, established in 2015 as the venture capital arm of Capital Markets Trading. The firm specializes in the cryptocurrency and blockchain technology sectors, focusing on asset trading, investments in blockchain companies, and legal and policy considerations related to the industry. As a Registered Investment Adviser, CMT Digital aims to identify and support innovative companies within the crypto asset space.

Scott Casto

Partner

Sam Hallene

Analyst

Jan-Dirk Lueders

Partner

Charlie Sandor

Investment Partner

Past deals in Bitcoin

Kodex

Seed Round in 2022
Kodex is a website constructed using decentralised blockchains like Bitcoin and NFTs.

Aspen Creek Digital

Series A in 2022
Aspen Creek Digital is a developer of renewable Bitcoin mining infrastructure that aims to decarbonize power generation. The company combines data center technology with renewable energy projects to support on-site and grid-connected mining, using a mix of behind-the-meter and wholesale resources to lower the overall cost of electricity and facilitate storage adoption. It emphasizes carbon transparency and seeks to reduce power price volatility, enabling the cryptocurrency sector to operate more sustainably while contributing to grid stability and the expansion of renewable resources. Founded in 2021 and based in El Segundo, California.

Synquote

Seed Round in 2022
Synquote is a decentralized options trading platform that facilitates the trading of over 500 instruments, primarily focusing on various cryptocurrencies such as Ethereum, Bitcoin, and Chainlink. The platform aims to enhance security in options trading, allowing cryptocurrency investors to connect with other traders and effectively manage their portfolios. By providing a diverse range of trading options, Synquote addresses the needs of investors looking for liquidity and flexibility in the cryptocurrency market.

CoinRoutes

Series B in 2022
CoinRoutes is a provider of crypto trading software that specializes in algorithmic trading systems for cryptocurrency assets. The company's platform enables traders to have a comprehensive view of all cryptocurrency markets and liquidity providers, facilitating trades across multiple exchanges through a single transaction. CoinRoutes' system effectively filters out market noise, presenting an accurate representation of market conditions. This allows clients to maintain full control over their exchange keys and wallets while optimizing their trading strategies.

Busha

Seed Round in 2021
Busha is a crypto platform that enables users to buy, sell, swap, and manage cryptocurrencies, offering a crypto-to-crypto exchange tool and support for major assets to provide consumers and merchants with instant access to digital currencies in one place.

Abra

Series C in 2021
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.

PDAX | Philippine Digital Asset Exchange

Venture Round in 2021
PDAX is a digital currency exchange based in the Philippines that facilitates the buying, selling, and trading of cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin, against the Philippine Peso. As the first order-book based exchange in the country, PDAX aims to provide users with a cost-effective way to access digital assets, addressing historical barriers to entry for the average Filipino investor. The platform features a trade matching engine that ensures liquidity and competitive pricing, while also offering various order types, including limit and stop orders. Additionally, it supports fund deposits and withdrawals through a network of online and offline channels, allowing for fair pricing and instant order execution, which enables traders to effectively track market trends.

Vauld

Series A in 2021
Vauld is a Singapore-based cryptocurrency platform founded in 2018, with an additional office in Bengaluru, India. It provides a comprehensive online platform where users can lend, borrow, and trade various crypto assets, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and several stablecoins. Vauld's services include token borrowing, liquidity management, interest rate information, and repayment solutions, all aimed at enhancing the user experience in managing digital assets. The platform also offers integration services for enterprises, exchange solutions, and funds tracking, allowing for a seamless and efficient approach to crypto transactions. By treating cryptocurrencies as a distinct asset class, Vauld aims to facilitate user-friendly banking services leveraging blockchain technology.

Ledn

Series A in 2021
Ledn is a fintech company that develops financial products for digital asset holders to access liquidity without selling their assets. Its product suite includes Borrow, a bitcoin‑backed loan that provides dollars while keeping bitcoin as collateral; B2X, which enables clients to instantly double their bitcoin holdings through a Ledn loan; and Save, a savings account for bitcoin and USDC that pays interest with no minimums. The platform offers cryptocurrency‑backed financing without the need for traditional credit checks, allowing users to access capital and leverage their holdings while maintaining ownership of their assets.

Ledn

Seed Round in 2021
Ledn is a fintech company that develops financial products for digital asset holders to access liquidity without selling their assets. Its product suite includes Borrow, a bitcoin‑backed loan that provides dollars while keeping bitcoin as collateral; B2X, which enables clients to instantly double their bitcoin holdings through a Ledn loan; and Save, a savings account for bitcoin and USDC that pays interest with no minimums. The platform offers cryptocurrency‑backed financing without the need for traditional credit checks, allowing users to access capital and leverage their holdings while maintaining ownership of their assets.

Compass Mining

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Compass Mining is a mining and hosting platform that aims to make Bitcoin mining profitable for its users. The company supports the decentralized growth of hash rate and strengthens network security by broadening access to mining and education so more people can learn about, explore, and participate in Bitcoin mining. It provides tools and information related to mining equipment, including purchase prices, monthly hosting fees, estimated online dates, miner efficiency, as well as current Bitcoin price and network difficulty, helping users make informed mining purchases.

Vauld

Seed Round in 2020
Vauld is a Singapore-based cryptocurrency platform founded in 2018, with an additional office in Bengaluru, India. It provides a comprehensive online platform where users can lend, borrow, and trade various crypto assets, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and several stablecoins. Vauld's services include token borrowing, liquidity management, interest rate information, and repayment solutions, all aimed at enhancing the user experience in managing digital assets. The platform also offers integration services for enterprises, exchange solutions, and funds tracking, allowing for a seamless and efficient approach to crypto transactions. By treating cryptocurrencies as a distinct asset class, Vauld aims to facilitate user-friendly banking services leveraging blockchain technology.

Flipside Crypto

Seed Round in 2019
Flipside Crypto, Inc. is a Boston-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in providing analytics and business intelligence for blockchain organizations. The company offers a range of services, including cryptocurrency management, digital walleting, custody services, and portfolio dashboards aimed at investors. Flipside Crypto is known for its suite of analytics tools that deliver insights into user behaviors, developer activities, and financial metrics, including the Fundamental Crypto Asset Score (FCAS), which measures the health of cryptocurrency projects. The company collaborates with various partners to distribute its analytics, enhancing the visibility and understanding of cryptocurrency markets. Flipside Crypto is supported by notable investors, including Coinbase Ventures and True Ventures.

PDAX | Philippine Digital Asset Exchange

Series A in 2019
PDAX is a digital currency exchange based in the Philippines that facilitates the buying, selling, and trading of cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin, against the Philippine Peso. As the first order-book based exchange in the country, PDAX aims to provide users with a cost-effective way to access digital assets, addressing historical barriers to entry for the average Filipino investor. The platform features a trade matching engine that ensures liquidity and competitive pricing, while also offering various order types, including limit and stop orders. Additionally, it supports fund deposits and withdrawals through a network of online and offline channels, allowing for fair pricing and instant order execution, which enables traders to effectively track market trends.

Abra

Series B in 2017
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.
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