Avalon Finance is a decentralized protocol that offers a BTC liquidity mechanism for production.
Founded in 2021, EYWA helps Web3 projects scale up by enabling them to operate, get listed, and traded on all connected blockchain networks with a single liquidity pool. Additionally, EYWA provides a truly decentralized data protocol for secure messaging. In partnership with Curve Finance, one of the largest decentralized exchanges, EYWA is introducing a new paradigm of non-algorithmic cross-chain assets aimed at solving the problem of liquidity fragmentation. Their cross-chain protocol stands out as the most decentralized solution in the market. - Received 6 grants from biggest L1/L2 blockchain networks including NEAR Foundation, Aurora, Harmony One, Algorand, Boba Network, and others - Winning hackathons: Ethglobal Marketmake, Polygon’s BUIDL IT hackathon, Metis hackathon
DuckChain engages in bridging telegram users into the blockchain space.
Flappy Bird Foundation is to uphold the Flappy Bird intellectual property and further the Flappy Bird heritage. The Foundation accurately restores our vintage and nostalgic gameplay while adding new features to give back to the worldwide fan base that started the craze.
IDA is the leading provider of digital asset solutions, allowing trust, transparency, and speed in payments and commerce. By leveraging blockchain technology, IDA opens up a more connected and inclusive global economy.
Fanton Fantasy Football operates a play-to-earn gaming platform that integrates NFTs and cryptocurrency, enhancing the gaming experience. Users can create and manage football teams by selecting player cards, which can be either free or NFTs, directly through a web application within Telegram. The platform allows gamers to engage with real football matches, earning points based on the performance of their chosen players, and offers opportunities to win prizes. This innovative model positions Fanton at the intersection of social finance and interactive gaming, appealing to football enthusiasts and gamers alike.
LayerPixel is a Layer 1.5 solution built on TON for Telegram, aiming to provide a one-stop DeFi solution for Telegram Mini App.
Runes DEX is the automated market maker for runes on the Bitcoin blockchain. Its platform allows users to create and trade meme-based tokens while also providing novel liquidity solutions and farming rewards.
OrdinalsBot is a blockchain platform that offers resources for token creations, inscriptions, and Bitcoin ecosystem.
Synnax is an artificial intelligence-based financial platform focused on forecasting financial performance and conducting credit analysis and ratings. By utilizing machine learning algorithms and big data analysis, the platform delivers precise and efficient credit evaluations. This capability allows financial institutions to make informed lending decisions and manage risk more effectively, ultimately enhancing their operational efficiency and decision-making processes.
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.
Degame is an NFT gaming platform that provides token analytics, tracking, research, gaming strategy, and IGO.
Redeem uses Web3 technology to enable users to send and redeem non-fungible tokens (NFT) by using their phone numbers.
Thala Labs is a decentralized financial firm that develops DeFi applications on the Aptos blockchain and is already working on a decentralized stablecoin.
Tres is a developer of a financial platform aimed at managing and monitoring Web3 Finance. The platform facilitates key financial workflows, including reconciliation, balance calculation, audit, and reporting for Web3 assets throughout the entire process from on-ramp to off-ramp. By streamlining these procedures, Tres helps finance teams minimize the reliance on manual spreadsheet work, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in financial management.
Revolving Games, Inc. is a mobile game studio based in San Francisco, California, with an offshore development team in Asia. Founded in 2019, the company specializes in creating multiplayer and deep strategy games, focusing on innovative Web3 experiences. Revolving Games aims to develop scalable massively multiplayer online (MMO) games and employs a team of industry veterans with extensive experience, having contributed to games that collectively generated over $3 billion in revenue. The studio is dedicated to enhancing the gaming experience by integrating advanced technology and creating engaging online environments for players worldwide.
Merkle Science is a software company founded in 2018 and headquartered in Singapore, specializing in predictive crypto risk and intelligence platforms. It provides tools for businesses, financial institutions, and government agencies to detect, investigate, and prevent illegal activities related to cryptocurrencies. The company utilizes a proprietary Behavioral Rule Engine, which allows compliance teams to exceed traditional blacklists and meet local KYC/AML obligations. Its platform features an intuitive rule management interface that enables users to visualize account activity over time and generate forensic reports. This functionality supports blockchain companies, crypto exchanges, investment funds, banks, and regulators in conducting due diligence and ensuring compliance while addressing the complexities of illicit cryptocurrency activities.
First Digital Trust is a provider of digital asset custody services based in Hong Kong. As the digital asset custody arm of Legacy Trust, the company was established to allow Legacy Trust to concentrate on its traditional trust and pensions offerings while fostering innovation in the digital asset sector. First Digital Trust specializes in delivering secure custody solutions for digital assets and is currently developing a new rapid settlement and clearing network. This network aims to facilitate seamless transfers of digital assets for custodian clients across the region.
Enhanced Digital Group provides wholesale, customized structured products and derivative trading solutions to expand access to tailored financial exposure of digital assets. By enhancing the product development of both traditional financial services and crypto-native firms – including exchanges, wallets, custodians, trading firms, asset managers, corporates, and broker-dealers – EDG is enabling the sophistication of crypto derivative trading solutions in a regulated, compliant, and turnkey package.
Ribon is a developer of a fund donation application that aims to foster a culture of philanthropy among millennials and younger generations. The platform allows large donors to contribute funds, which users can allocate to various social projects, thereby amplifying their impact through small personal contributions. This system encourages widespread participation in charitable giving, enabling individuals to support social causes without significant financial outlay. Additionally, Ribon's proprietary Reverse Matching Gift technology enhances employee giving programs for nonprofit healthcare systems, achieving high participation rates among employees. Recognized by the Gates Foundation as one of the top ten most innovative donation technologies globally, Ribon transforms workplace philanthropy, making it more engaging and scalable.
Mailchain is a communication platform tailored for Web3, allowing users to send and receive private messages using their public blockchain addresses. The service provides a single, user-friendly inbox where both individuals and teams can manage communications related to their on-chain activities. By integrating with various projects, decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs), exchanges, and protocols, Mailchain facilitates direct communication between these entities and their users, enabling secure messaging while maintaining user privacy. This web3-native solution enhances both individual and business communications, allowing users to interact without disclosing personal information linked to their identities.
Nested is a social trading platform that enables users to create and invest in “financial NFTs".
Gemie is a metaverse platform designed to transform the entertainment industry by enabling celebrities and entertainment intellectual properties to create customized virtual planets and exclusive digital collectibles. This platform allows fans to engage directly with top-tier celebrities in Asia through utility-focused non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and licensed digital collectibles. By offering unique interactive experiences, Gemie fosters a deeper connection between fans and their favorite stars.
Ethernity Chain is a pioneering platform that specializes in creating authenticated and licensed digital collectibles, including limited-edition NFTs and trading cards endorsed by notable figures. The platform is designed to be community-oriented, offering token holders the opportunity to engage in decentralized finance applications. Users can farm rare NFTs and participate in governance by voting on proposals that influence the ecosystem. Ethernity Chain aims to provide secure and accessible access to NFT-based digital art, fostering a unique marketplace for collectors and fans alike.
SOMA.finance operates as a decentralized marketplace focused on digital assets, compliant digital securities, and NFTs. The platform facilitates the trading of a wide range of digital assets, including security token offerings and non-fungible tokens. It features integrated Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) protocols, ensuring regulatory compliance. Additionally, SOMA.finance offers a multi-asset decentralized exchange and a token issuance platform that allows users to list various regulated offerings, such as those under crowdfunding and Regulation D and A. By providing these services, SOMA.finance aims to deliver the advantages of decentralized finance to both retail and institutional investors while adhering to securities laws and regulations.
Mnemonic provides computer tech support and managed IT services to small and medium-sized businesses. The company's clients range from finance, entertainment, nonprofits, community housing, hotels, business management, conventions, architecture, real estate, escrow, law firms, record companies, and marketing firms.
Diadia Health is an AI health and wellness company revolutionizing preventative care and longevity
Degame is an NFT gaming platform that provides token analytics, tracking, research, gaming strategy, and IGO.
Kibo Finance provides borderless options trading with fair pricing and better rewards.
CoinMENA is a Sharia-compliant crypto-assets trading platform designed for individuals and institutions to buy, sell, store, and receive digital assets securely. The platform aims to simplify the trading experience by offering a user-friendly interface, competitive fees, and high liquidity. CoinMENA differentiates itself by providing a personalized service for clients looking to trade larger amounts of digital assets, ensuring privacy and tailored support. In addition to facilitating transactions, the platform also offers educational resources and updates on the cryptocurrency market, enabling users to engage effectively in the digital economy.
World is a company that connects users through a privacy-focused network designed for secure digital asset management. It offers a digital currency platform that emphasizes both privacy and transparency using a permissionless blockchain. The World App enables users to securely store their World ID, manage digital assets, and access various Mini Apps, promoting global connectivity and trust. Additionally, World provides an iris-scanning device that enhances digital identity security by storing biometric information, which helps discourage spammers from creating multiple accounts. This combination of secure identity management and digital currency aims to facilitate a reliable and user-friendly digital environment.
DoinGud operates an online marketplace and social platform centered on non-fungible tokens (NFTs), based in Zug, Switzerland. It serves a diverse range of users, including artists promoting their works, collectors seeking new products, and businesses pursuing sustainability goals. The platform leverages blockchain technology to foster a collaborative ecosystem that connects artists with their communities, enabling them to sell their creations while simultaneously supporting social impact organizations. Through this model, DoinGud encourages creators and social enterprises to collaborate, aiming to establish a self-sustaining environment that generates positive social change.
Merkle Science is a software company founded in 2018 and headquartered in Singapore, specializing in predictive crypto risk and intelligence platforms. It provides tools for businesses, financial institutions, and government agencies to detect, investigate, and prevent illegal activities related to cryptocurrencies. The company utilizes a proprietary Behavioral Rule Engine, which allows compliance teams to exceed traditional blacklists and meet local KYC/AML obligations. Its platform features an intuitive rule management interface that enables users to visualize account activity over time and generate forensic reports. This functionality supports blockchain companies, crypto exchanges, investment funds, banks, and regulators in conducting due diligence and ensuring compliance while addressing the complexities of illicit cryptocurrency activities.
Clearpool is a decentralized capital markets ecosystem, where institutional borrowers can create single borrower liquidity pools and compete for uncollateralized liquidity directly from the DeFi ecosystem. Liquidity providers on Clearpool can earn attractive yields, with pool interest rates enhanced by additional LP rewards paid in $CPOOL — Clearpool’s utility and governance token. Clearpool LP tokens, called cpTokens, are the building blocks for a system of tokenized credit that will provide Clearpool LPs with risk management and hedging capabilities. As more institutions realize the benefits that decentralized finance can bring to their organizations, Clearpool is providing the new architecture to facilitate flows between the $120 trillion traditional capital markets and the burgeoning DeFi ecosystem. Clearpool is backed by a long list of top investors from both traditional venture capital and blockchain, including Sequoia Capital India, Arrington Capital, Sino Global Capital, Hex Trust, Huobi Ventures, Kenetic, HashKey, GBV and many more.
Blockdaemon Inc. is a company that develops a blockchain node management platform, enabling businesses, enterprises, and developers to efficiently deploy and manage blockchain applications. The platform supports over 30 blockchain protocols, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Tezos, and Polkadot, offering tools for exchanges, custodians, and financial institutions. Blockdaemon's solution is designed for flexibility, allowing users to switch between networks and chains easily, thus simplifying the configuration process. The company also provides valuable dev-ops guidance to support the blockchain developer ecosystem. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Blockdaemon has additional offices in New York and Ireland.
Abra, established in 2014 and based in the United States, is a cryptocurrency platform that facilitates buying, trading, and borrowing against digital assets. Serving over 2 million customers across more than 150 countries, Abra provides a user-friendly interface for both individuals and businesses to manage their cryptocurrency investments. The platform allows users to convert between cryptocurrencies and various local fiat currencies, catering to a diverse range of clients, including high-net-worth individuals and institutions. With a transaction volume exceeding $9 billion, Abra is recognized for its reliability and has been rated among the top five cryptocurrency wallets. The company is supported by reputable investors, including American Express Ventures and First Round Capital, as it pursues its vision of creating an accessible and open global financial system.
Credora is a company focused on enhancing confidence in credit markets through privacy-preserving technology and real-time credit analytics. It provides a platform that empowers efficient private credit markets by offering comprehensive reports, transparent methodologies, and automated processes for onboarding and information submission. By facilitating over $1 billion in uncollateralized loans across more than 100 borrowers and lenders, Credora enables well-capitalized and risk-managed borrowers to engage in transparent and secure borrowing. Additionally, the company monitors over $4 billion in borrower assets, ensuring extensive coverage across both centralized and decentralized finance venues.
Horizen Labs, Inc. is a blockchain technology company that specializes in providing a Sidechain-as-a-Service platform, enabling businesses to create secure and private distributed ledger solutions. Founded in 2019 and located in Austin, Texas, the company leverages Horizen's privacy-focused public infrastructure along with its proprietary sidechain deployment tool. This platform is designed for various applications, including payment systems, record keeping, and supply chains. Horizen's scalable and decentralized architecture allows developers to create decentralized applications as sidechains to the main blockchain, enhancing privacy and security. Additionally, Horizen emphasizes cybersecurity, offering solutions that address various threats such as digital fraud, phishing, and credential-based attacks. The company aims to facilitate a shift from centralized to decentralized systems, fostering trust and security in the digital landscape.
Arcana is the Decentralized Storage Layer for Ethereum and EVM chains, with a Privacy Stack for Authentication, Identity and Access Control, Key Management, and End-to-End to encryption. With Arcana's Privacy stack, developers can build secure and privacy-preserving apps.
Matterless is a group of artists who believe that any sufficiently sophisticated technology is indistinguishable from magic. We are determined not to lose sight of our community of loving humans while the company leverages technology to create magical ties between people and all things matterless.
Red Date Technology is a key player in the development of information infrastructure platforms aimed at advancing the digital economy and smart cities. As one of the founding members of the Blockchain-based Service Network (BSN), the company focuses on designing and operating a blockchain service network that supports smart city infrastructure software. Additionally, Red Date Technology creates government service platforms, contributing to the modernization and efficiency of public services. Through its innovative solutions, the company plays a significant role in shaping the future of urban development and digital transformation.
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.
Blockdaemon Inc. is a company that develops a blockchain node management platform, enabling businesses, enterprises, and developers to efficiently deploy and manage blockchain applications. The platform supports over 30 blockchain protocols, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Tezos, and Polkadot, offering tools for exchanges, custodians, and financial institutions. Blockdaemon's solution is designed for flexibility, allowing users to switch between networks and chains easily, thus simplifying the configuration process. The company also provides valuable dev-ops guidance to support the blockchain developer ecosystem. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Blockdaemon has additional offices in New York and Ireland.
Snickerdoodle is a developer of an enterprise platform that leverages blockchain technology to create a data economy focused on user privacy and equitable value distribution. The company aims to empower individuals by enabling them to take control of their data, allowing for secure ownership and monetization. By bridging the gap between Web2 and Web3, Snickerdoodle's platform facilitates a shift in how data is managed and utilized, ensuring that data owners can benefit from their information while maintaining privacy.
Pontem Network is a product studio focused on creating foundational decentralized applications (dApps) for the Aptos blockchain. Among its offerings is the Pontem Wallet, a secure wallet available on major platforms such as Chrome, Firefox, iOS, and Android, enabling users to store and send tokens on Aptos. The wallet integrates with several key services, including the Liquidswap decentralized exchange, Topaz and Souffl3 NFT marketplaces, and various liquid staking and lending protocols. In addition to the wallet, Pontem Network provides tools for developers, including the Move Playground code editor, the Move IntelliJ IDE plugin, and ByteBabel, a Solidity-to-Move code translator. These products facilitate the development and testing of dApps, enhancing the functionality and interoperability of the Aptos ecosystem.
Curio Digital is a marketplace for tokenized digital collectibles.
HashMix is a developer of a tokenized marketplace protocol that aims to democratize the mining economy and enhance the efficiency of hash power distribution. By leveraging multi-signature, smart contract, and cross-chain technology, HashMix generates and submits proofs of hash power to the blockchain. The company issues hash power NFT tokens, which facilitate the free circulation of hash power while securing ownership and yield rights. This innovative approach addresses the risks of overselling and fraud, creating a decentralized universal marketplace for various mining capacities. Ultimately, HashMix's technology enables users to improve the redistribution of global hash power across diverse blockchain applications.
Stratos is the next generation of decentralized Data Mesh that provides scalable, reliable, self-balanced storage, database, and computation network. Stratos strives to make decentralized data adoption easier for the blockchain industry and Web 3.0. Stratos designs Proof of Traffic consensus to best incentivize all participants in the network to build a sustainable and prosperous decentralized infrastructure.
Formation Fi is bringing cross-chain risk parity smart farming to the world of decentralized finance. An evolution of traditional yield farming, the startup reconfigures defi portfolio construction to help users better manage risk and earn greater returns.
MakiSwap is a decentralized exchange operating on the Huobi Eco Chain (Heco). It is designed to support the Ethereum Virtual Machine, allowing users to trade cryptocurrencies in a secure and efficient environment. The platform provides advanced features such as analytics, sophisticated charting, and various order types, catering to the needs of professional traders. By leveraging blockchain technology, MakiSwap aims to enhance the trading experience and improve overall transaction efficiency for its clients.
YellowHeart is a prominent Web3 marketplace and wallet focused on NFT ticketing, digital collectibles, and community memberships. The company has developed a blockchain-based ticketing platform designed to benefit artists, teams, and fans by leveraging distributed ledger technology. This approach aims to eliminate ticket scalping and reduce fraudulent activities in the ticketing industry, allowing artists to maintain control over the distribution and trade of their tickets. Through its innovative services, YellowHeart enhances the overall experience for both creators and attendees in the evolving landscape of ticketing and digital assets.
OpenOcean is a decentralized exchange (DEX) aggregator that provides a platform for cryptocurrency trading. It offers a comprehensive range of products, including price comparisons between centralized exchanges (CEX) and decentralized exchanges (DEX). The platform employs an intelligent routing algorithm to optimize swap pricing, ensuring users achieve maximum returns on their transactions. By facilitating one-stop transactions, OpenOcean enables users to trade assets more efficiently and at lower costs, positioning itself as a valuable resource for cryptocurrency traders seeking to enhance their trading experience.
Tidal Finance is a flexible DeFi insurance platform and marketplace, offering APYs in the industry. Tidal Finance allows users to earn higher returns while also securing and insuring the DeFi and blockchain economies. Tidal Finance is a customized, subscription-based insurance platform that protects blockchain companies and protocols from hacks and smart contracts.
Efinity is a cross-chain NFT blockchain that brings non-fungible tokens to everyone. It was developed by Enjin on Polkadot.
Wintermute is a prominent algorithmic trading firm that specializes in providing liquidity for digital assets across a wide range of platforms. With an average daily trading volume exceeding $5 billion, the firm engages in over-the-counter trading of more than 350 tokens and offers liquidity across more than 80 centralized and decentralized exchanges. Wintermute's services cater to institutions, OTC desks, and aggregators, ensuring competitive pricing in spot markets. In addition to its trading operations, Wintermute Ventures, the firm's corporate venture arm based in London, invests in early-stage projects within the decentralized finance, web3, NFT, gaming, cryptocurrency, and blockchain infrastructure sectors, while also incubating startups in these fields.
Hex Trust is a fully licensed and insured provider of bank-grade custody solutions for digital assets, established in 2017 and headquartered in Sheung Wan, Hong Kong. The company offers a proprietary platform, Hex Safe™, which delivers a range of services including custody, decentralized finance (DeFi), brokerage, and financing solutions tailored for financial institutions, digital asset organizations, corporate clients, and private individuals. Hex Trust aims to facilitate the integration of digital assets into traditional business models while ensuring a secure, scalable, and compliant custody framework. The firm is registered as a Trust Company under the Hong Kong Trust Ordinance and is licensed to provide custodial services in Singapore, adhering to local regulations. With offices in Hong Kong, Singapore, and Vietnam, Hex Trust is actively expanding its presence in Europe and the Middle East.
Orange Schade is a service provider specializing in a range of automotive solutions, including car damage repair and replacement vehicle services. The company has established a comprehensive network of auto body repair shops, ensuring a wide variety of services for its customers. Additionally, Orange Schade offers the easy2fix service, which is recognized by Opel for its efficiency in handling damage repairs. This diverse portfolio allows Orange Schade to cater to various customer needs effectively, positioning the company as a reliable choice in the automotive repair sector.
Neptune Digital is a blockchain protocol and application development studio focused on Ethereum-based technology on the BSN (Blockchain Based Services) Network inside of China, and the Spartan Network (non-cryptocurrency network) outside of China. Neptune owns and operates Wuhan Chain, the Open Permissioned Ethereum fork on the BSN, and also Non-cryptocurrency Ethereum, an Ethereum fork on the Spartan Network. Neptune works with major global brands, enterprise, and government to help them leverage the power of permissioned and also decentralized blockchain technology without the need for cryptocurrency at Layer 1.
IntoTheBlock is a data-driven platform that leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning to provide insights into the cryptocurrency market. Founded by a team of data scientists and cryptocurrency experts, the platform aims to address the numerous questions surrounding crypto assets by offering actionable intelligence. Through advanced statistical analysis and blockchain analytics, IntoTheBlock generates insights and signals that help investors make informed decisions in a rapidly evolving market. The company focuses on delivering relevant intelligence to assist users in navigating the complexities of crypto investments.
Reef Finance is a decentralized finance (DeFi) platform that operates on the Polkadot network, focusing on cross-chain functionality. Established in 2019 by CEO Denko Mancheski, the platform provides a liquidity aggregator and yield engine that facilitates trading with access to liquidity from both centralized exchanges (CEXes) and decentralized exchanges (DEXes). It offers services such as smart lending, borrowing, staking, and mining, all powered by an artificial intelligence-driven personalized yield engine. Reef Finance was notably the first project launched on Binance Launchpool, emphasizing its innovative approach within the DeFi landscape. The company is headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware.
BlockFi, Inc. is a New York-based financial services company that specializes in providing wealth management products for cryptocurrency investors. Founded in 2017, it offers interest-bearing accounts that allow clients to earn yields on their Bitcoin, Ether, and Gemini Dollar holdings. The company also facilitates secured loans in USD, where clients can collateralize their loans with cryptocurrency assets. Additionally, BlockFi provides a trading platform for exchanging various cryptocurrency pairs and customizable lending options for institutions. By leveraging a sophisticated infrastructure that integrates with multiple blockchains, BlockFi aims to enhance liquidity and efficiency in digital financial markets, catering to the needs of both individual and institutional clients.
Sifchain is an innovative omni-chain decentralized exchange (DEX) designed to enhance liquidity across multiple blockchain networks, thereby reducing excessive fees and improving trade efficiency. Built on the Cosmos Software Development Kit (SDK), Sifchain ensures compatibility with various Cosmos Network blockchains, facilitating seamless transactions through the Inter-Blockchain Communication (IBC) protocol. The platform combines the advantages of liquidity pools and order books, allowing for optimal order execution in trading. By focusing on cross-chain liquidity, Sifchain aims to play a pivotal role in the future of the blockchain industry, positioning itself to meet the evolving needs of decentralized finance.
Hex Trust is a fully licensed and insured provider of bank-grade custody solutions for digital assets, established in 2017 and headquartered in Sheung Wan, Hong Kong. The company offers a proprietary platform, Hex Safe™, which delivers a range of services including custody, decentralized finance (DeFi), brokerage, and financing solutions tailored for financial institutions, digital asset organizations, corporate clients, and private individuals. Hex Trust aims to facilitate the integration of digital assets into traditional business models while ensuring a secure, scalable, and compliant custody framework. The firm is registered as a Trust Company under the Hong Kong Trust Ordinance and is licensed to provide custodial services in Singapore, adhering to local regulations. With offices in Hong Kong, Singapore, and Vietnam, Hex Trust is actively expanding its presence in Europe and the Middle East.
Puma Browser is a mobile application that combines a web browser and wallet specifically designed for the Web3 ecosystem, emphasizing user privacy. It supports decentralized protocols such as IPFS, HNS, and ENS, facilitating seamless payments for content creators, app developers, and game developers. By integrating web monetization capabilities, Puma Browser offers a premium, private, and distraction-free browsing experience. The company aims to provide access to a peer-to-peer and ownership-based economy, ultimately striving to empower one billion users with its innovative platform.
Serum is a decentralized cryptocurrency ecosystem that facilitates trustless trading through its innovative protocol, developed in collaboration with experts in crypto trading and decentralized finance. Built on the Solana blockchain, Serum offers a platform for fast and efficient trading, enabling users to engage in cross-chain transactions with low fees and high speed. The platform is designed to empower the crypto community by providing a permissionless environment where users can leverage its capabilities without centralized control. By focusing on decentralized derivatives trading, Serum aims to enhance user returns and contribute to the evolution of decentralized finance.
Blockdaemon Inc. is a company that develops a blockchain node management platform, enabling businesses, enterprises, and developers to efficiently deploy and manage blockchain applications. The platform supports over 30 blockchain protocols, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Tezos, and Polkadot, offering tools for exchanges, custodians, and financial institutions. Blockdaemon's solution is designed for flexibility, allowing users to switch between networks and chains easily, thus simplifying the configuration process. The company also provides valuable dev-ops guidance to support the blockchain developer ecosystem. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Blockdaemon has additional offices in New York and Ireland.
BlockFi, Inc. is a New York-based financial services company that specializes in providing wealth management products for cryptocurrency investors. Founded in 2017, it offers interest-bearing accounts that allow clients to earn yields on their Bitcoin, Ether, and Gemini Dollar holdings. The company also facilitates secured loans in USD, where clients can collateralize their loans with cryptocurrency assets. Additionally, BlockFi provides a trading platform for exchanging various cryptocurrency pairs and customizable lending options for institutions. By leveraging a sophisticated infrastructure that integrates with multiple blockchains, BlockFi aims to enhance liquidity and efficiency in digital financial markets, catering to the needs of both individual and institutional clients.
Alchemy is a web3 developer platform that helps companies to build reliable decentralized applications. Its mission is to provide developers with the fundamental building blocks they need to create the future of technology without the hassle of managing blockchain infrastructure in-house.
CERE Network is a blockchain-based customer relationship management (CRM) ecosystem focused on data integration and collaboration. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company provides a platform that extracts customer data from various CRM and customer data systems. This platform facilitates an open micro-services environment for businesses and vendors to collaborate and integrate their data effectively. By capturing the entire customer journey on the blockchain, CERE Network ensures that crucial user information, including purchases and achievements, is securely stored in user wallets. Additionally, the ecosystem incorporates tokens that enable users to pay for services within the platform.
FTX Exchange is a cryptocurrency exchange that offers a platform designed for both professional trading firms and novice users. It provides a range of products, including quarterly and perpetual futures for various cryptocurrencies, leveraged tokens, and over-the-counter trading. The exchange was initially developed by Alameda Research, a leading provider of cryptocurrency liquidity, which contributed to its robust market presence from the outset. Additionally, FTX Ventures served as the corporate venture capital arm of FTX, investing in various sectors such as healthcare, information technology, and gaming. Founded in 2022, FTX Ventures aimed to support innovative startups without imposing restrictions on their decision-making processes. However, the company declared bankruptcy in November 2022, marking a significant downturn in its operations.
Liquefy is a technology solution that enables innovative business models through blockchain technology and digitization. Liquefy Platform, the first product of Liquefy, enables digitization of assets such as private companies, public shares, funds, real estates and any other assets using blockchain technology. Security Tokens will enable issuers to raise capital faster, easier and cheaper while unlocking liquidity for investors. Liquefy Platform utilizes our core proprietary technologies, which allows asset owners and institutions to tokenize any assets, providing compliance services and manage fractional ownership.
Merkle Science is a software company founded in 2018 and headquartered in Singapore, specializing in predictive crypto risk and intelligence platforms. It provides tools for businesses, financial institutions, and government agencies to detect, investigate, and prevent illegal activities related to cryptocurrencies. The company utilizes a proprietary Behavioral Rule Engine, which allows compliance teams to exceed traditional blacklists and meet local KYC/AML obligations. Its platform features an intuitive rule management interface that enables users to visualize account activity over time and generate forensic reports. This functionality supports blockchain companies, crypto exchanges, investment funds, banks, and regulators in conducting due diligence and ensuring compliance while addressing the complexities of illicit cryptocurrency activities.
Abra, established in 2014 and based in the United States, is a cryptocurrency platform that facilitates buying, trading, and borrowing against digital assets. Serving over 2 million customers across more than 150 countries, Abra provides a user-friendly interface for both individuals and businesses to manage their cryptocurrency investments. The platform allows users to convert between cryptocurrencies and various local fiat currencies, catering to a diverse range of clients, including high-net-worth individuals and institutions. With a transaction volume exceeding $9 billion, Abra is recognized for its reliability and has been rated among the top five cryptocurrency wallets. The company is supported by reputable investors, including American Express Ventures and First Round Capital, as it pursues its vision of creating an accessible and open global financial system.
Terra is a price-stable cryptocurrency designed for mass adoption. It builds financial infrastructure for the next generation of decentralized applications. Terra is backed by Luna, a decentralized asset that derives its value from transaction fees collected on the Terra network. Much like the moon stabilizes the earth’s rotation, Luna is Terra's eternal guardian of stability.
Initial Coin Offering in 2018
Terra is a price-stable cryptocurrency designed for mass adoption. It builds financial infrastructure for the next generation of decentralized applications. Terra is backed by Luna, a decentralized asset that derives its value from transaction fees collected on the Terra network. Much like the moon stabilizes the earth’s rotation, Luna is Terra's eternal guardian of stability.
ODX is a data marketplace where publishers and internet service providers transact to deliver free internet access to consumers. It leverages blockchain technology and creates a network of trust, generating a truly open ecosystem. Through its data marketplace, ODX unites internet service providers and publishers to offer consumers free internet access via sponsored data packages. Its parent company is a consumer technology company, Xurpas Inc. In 2018, Nix Nolledo established the company in Makati, Manila.
TransitNet, LLC is building the world’s first title registry for crypto wallets. Our revolutionary platform provides the security infrastructure the crypto industry needs, safeguarding trillions of dollars of crypto owned by more than 300 million investors worldwide. By creating a secure, private, and shareable record of ownership, we're enabling parties to securely confirm wallet information before moving crypto, generate a private transaction history that documents the parties involved, and be able to confirm ownership of assets for financial and compliance needs. This new piece of infrastructure will make crypto safer, more compliant, and more useful for millions of individuals and businesses.
SharesPost, Inc. operates an online platform that connects investors with late-stage venture-backed companies and their shareholders, focusing on secondary liquidity management and primary capital raising. Founded in 2009 and based in San Francisco, the company has facilitated over $4 billion in secondary market transactions across more than 200 leading technology firms. SharesPost also offers data feeds and third-party research services to support its operations. Additionally, SharesPost Investment Management, an affiliate of SharesPost, manages a portfolio of funds that invest in prominent private growth companies in the United States. The company has established strategic partnerships with various financial institutions and research firms to enhance its service offerings.
Handshake Development Inc., also known as Handshake Foundation, is a company that focuses on a decentralized certificate authority and naming protocol utilizing blockchain technology. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, California, Handshake offers a permissionless naming protocol that is compatible with the Domain Name System (DNS). This decentralized system allows every participant to validate and manage the root zone, aiming to create an alternative to traditional certificate authorities. The Handshake protocol ensures that the root zone file is maintained in a manner that is uncensorable and free from gatekeepers, which enhances the security and accessibility of domain names. By utilizing cryptographic keys, Handshake facilitates agreement on names, allowing users to register, renew, and transfer top-level domains (TLDs) without the risk of a single entity monopolizing ownership.
WIRELINE developed a decentralized network and registry platform aimed at facilitating peer-to-peer and serverless cloud computing. Its platform offers computational protocol services that function across both trusted cloud and untrusted blockchain environments. By integrating internet-scale cloud infrastructure with decentralized blockchain technology, WIRELINE enables clients to access the necessary resources to create comprehensive internet-scale applications.
Rate3 is decentralised dual protocol to bridge enterprises to the blockchain through cross-chain asset tokenization and identity management.
Carry Protocol is a protocol that powers the next generation of apps for offline retail. At its heart is the CRE blockchain token, which functions as an incentive that drives consumers to Carry merchant stores. The whole system is geared toward enabling consumers, merchants and advertisers alike.
Orchid Labs is an open-source project committed to ending surveillance and censorship on the internet. Orchid uses an overlay network built upon the existing internet, which is driven by a peer-to-peer tokenized bandwidth exchange, creating a more inclusive, liberated internet. Orchid Labs was founded in 2017 by Dr. Steven Waterhouse, Jay Freeman, Brian J. Fox, Gustav Simonsson, and Stephen Bell.
RNDR is OTOY’s token based rendering network. It enables distributed GPU rendering on the blockchain, using OctaneRender which is the world’s first and fastest GPU-accelerated, unbiased, physically correct renderer. Octane uses the graphics card in networked computers to render photo-realistic images super fast. With Octane’s parallel compute capabilities, users can render works in a fraction of the time, and at a better cost than centralized services. RNDR is currently the fund’s only pure utility token investment — in a use case where the token is actually delivering utility in a network, using proven technology to deliver a service with a real and strong market.
Oasis Labs, Inc. is a company that operates a blockchain platform focused on scalable and privacy-preserving smart contracts. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Oasis Labs provides a privacy-first cloud computing solution that supports the development of decentralized applications. The platform enables the creation of smart contract applications that prioritize privacy while maintaining high performance and scalability. By addressing challenges related to data management and security, Oasis Labs aims to facilitate the adoption of blockchain technology in real-world applications and empower businesses to leverage decentralized trust without compromising privacy.
Nexus Mutual Limited operates a decentralized insurance platform built on the Ethereum blockchain, enabling users to share insurance risk collaboratively without involving traditional insurance companies. Founded in 2017 and based in London, Nexus Mutual allows members to purchase coverage and participate in decision-making processes that are recorded and enforced through smart contracts. The platform aims to replicate the mutual insurance model on a large scale, providing an innovative solution for risk sharing. Initially, Nexus Mutual launched with a product offering earthquake cover, highlighting its focus on addressing specific insurance needs within the emerging blockchain landscape. Through its technology, the company facilitates the identification of security risks and potential bugs in smart contract code, reinforcing its commitment to transparency and member empowerment in the insurance sector.
hCaptcha is a Software as a Service company based in San Francisco, California, established in 2018. It specializes in providing bot detection solutions that allow websites to monetize user interactions through CAPTCHA completions. The company's technology employs machine learning to analyze human behavior, enabling rapid and reliable data labeling while effectively blocking automated bots. hCaptcha aims to create a user-friendly experience by ensuring that its CAPTCHAs are straightforward for humans to solve, balancing security with usability. This dual focus allows websites to enhance their traffic quality while generating revenue from the CAPTCHA process.
BlockFi, Inc. is a New York-based financial services company that specializes in providing wealth management products for cryptocurrency investors. Founded in 2017, it offers interest-bearing accounts that allow clients to earn yields on their Bitcoin, Ether, and Gemini Dollar holdings. The company also facilitates secured loans in USD, where clients can collateralize their loans with cryptocurrency assets. Additionally, BlockFi provides a trading platform for exchanging various cryptocurrency pairs and customizable lending options for institutions. By leveraging a sophisticated infrastructure that integrates with multiple blockchains, BlockFi aims to enhance liquidity and efficiency in digital financial markets, catering to the needs of both individual and institutional clients.
IoTeX is a blockchain platform focused on the Internet of Things (IoT), offering a modular Web3 infrastructure that connects smart devices with real-world data. Founded in 2017 and based in Menlo Park, California, IoTeX enables developers to integrate Web3 technologies into daily life through various applications, including connected smart vehicles, city mapping, green energy initiatives, and environmental data tracking. The company has introduced W3bstream, an innovative off-chain compute framework that enhances the interaction between smart devices and blockchain technology. This positions IoTeX as a leader in Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Network (DePIN) technology, facilitating trust and privacy in the interactions of machines, humans, businesses, and decentralized applications (dApps). Supported by a team of over 60 research scientists and engineers, IoTeX combines its Layer 1 blockchain, off-chain computing capabilities, and open hardware to create a comprehensive ecosystem for billions of interconnected smart devices and sensors.
Connext, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2017 by Arjun Bhuptani, Layne Haber, and Rahul Sethuram. The company specializes in developing software that facilitates the purchase and management of blockchain applications. It offers features such as direct card purchases for tokens, access to existing vaults, decentralized compliance, and walletless signature capabilities. Additionally, Connext operates as an interoperability protocol, enabling fast and trustless communication between different blockchains. This innovation supports the creation of a more interconnected blockchain ecosystem.
Caspian is a complete asset management solution that covers the lifecycle of the trade. It includes a fully developed OEMS, PMS, and RMS. It provides a single interface into all major crypto exchanges, a complete suite of sophisticated trading algorithms, real-time and historical P&L and exposure tracking and professional customer service.
MadHive Inc., founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, offers advanced advertising solutions leveraging blockchain, cryptography, and artificial intelligence for advertisers and publishers. The company provides a comprehensive suite designed to simplify programmatic advertising, enabling precision targeting and audience verification. By integrating secure blockchain technology, MadHive allows brands and publishers to effectively measure customer intent data across various platforms, including TV, mobile, and web. This innovative approach addresses significant challenges in the advertising industry, such as trust, transparency, fraud, and brand safety, making it a valuable resource for key players seeking to enhance their advertising strategies.
Zilliqa is a pioneering high-throughput public blockchain platform that effectively implements sharding to enhance transaction speeds as its network grows, enabling thousands of transactions per second. The platform is specifically designed to support secure, data-driven decentralized applications, catering to the scalability needs of sectors such as machine learning and finance. By providing a robust infrastructure, Zilliqa allows businesses to securely increase their blockchain transaction capabilities while concentrating on the development of innovative solutions.
NuCypher is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in data-centric zero-trust encryption solutions designed to secure big data. Founded in 2015, it develops infrastructure and protocols that enable organizations to store, share, and manage private data on public blockchains while ensuring compliance with governance and residency requirements. The company’s platform facilitates secure and auditable sharing of sensitive information, allowing organizations to implement military-strength encryption for large and distributed data sets, whether stored in the cloud or on-premises. By leveraging existing access policies, NuCypher helps organizations protect their data from both internal and external threats, thus enabling them to pursue big data initiatives while adhering to regulatory standards.