Pantera Capital, established in 2003 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, is a venture capital firm that specializes in investing in digital currencies, blockchain technology, and related companies. The firm, led by founder Dan Morehead, previously focused on global macro hedge fund investments but shifted its focus to the cryptocurrency and blockchain space in 2014. Pantera Capital manages several venture capital funds, including Pantera Venture Fund I (2013), Pantera Venture Fund II (2014), and Pantera Venture Fund III (2018), which target investments in software, fintech, cryptocurrency, and blockchain sectors. The firm believes in the transformative potential of Bitcoin and digital currencies for payments, similar to the impact of the internet on communications and commerce. Notable shareholders include Benchmark, Fortress Investment Group, and Ribbit Capital.
Chief Investment Officer, Pantera Bitcoin Fund and Hedge Fund Analyst
Ryan Barney
Senior Investment Associate and Investor
Franklin Bi
Partner
Matt Gorham
Partner
Cosmo Jiang
General Partner
Sean Lim
Limited Partner
Nihal Maunder
Junior Partner
Dan Morehead
Founder Co-Chief Investment Officer and CEO
Harsehaj Singh
Investment Associate
Past deals in Bitcoin
Arch
Series A in 2025
Arch is a Blockchain Infrastructure Premier Bitcoin-Native Application Platform
Mezo
Series A in 2024
Mezo is a bitcoin economic layer network that provides fast and cheap bitcoin transactions to hold tokens while earning yield.
EDX Markets
Series B in 2024
EDX Markets operates as a digital asset marketplace. It caters to the needs of both crypto-native firms and large financial institutions. The company trades in various cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, and Bitcoin Cash. EDX Markets combines innovative technology with financial services to enable safe and compliant trading of digital assets. It also provides trading resources and a UAT Environment for its users. The company is also known for its focus on hiring crypto talent, as stated by its CEO, Jamil Nazarali.
Pintu
Series B in 2022
Pintu is a cryptocurrency platform based in Jakarta, Indonesia, established in 2020. The company offers a mobile application that facilitates the buying, selling, and management of Bitcoin and other blockchain-based assets. Its platform provides users with a convenient way to access various financial services, allowing them to engage with the cryptocurrency market easily and securely. By streamlining the process of managing digital assets, Pintu aims to support the transition towards a more open financial system for its users.
VALR
Series B in 2022
VALR, established in 2018 and headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa, operates a digital asset platform specializing in cryptocurrency trading. The company offers over 50 cryptocurrencies, enabling users to buy, sell, store, and transfer these assets securely through its platform. VALR's services are designed to provide customers with a safe, transparent, and accessible financial system for digital assets.
Gemini
Series A in 2021
Gemini is a cryptocurrency exchange and custodian founded in 2014 by brothers Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss. Headquartered in New York, the company provides a platform for customers to buy, sell, and store digital assets such as bitcoin and ether. Gemini operates under stringent fiduciary obligations and complies with high capital reserve requirements and banking standards. The platform is designed to simplify the digital asset market, offering tools for both individuals and institutional investors to research, purchase, and manage their cryptocurrency portfolios securely. Gemini aims to establish itself as a trusted bridge to the future of money.
BitOasis
Series B in 2021
BitOasis is a cryptocurrency trading platform established in 2015 by co-founders Ola Doudin and Daniel Robenek. It provides a digital asset wallet and an exchange for buying, selling, and trading cryptocurrencies, with a particular focus on cash-based emerging markets. The platform emphasizes security through its multi-signature wallet and aims to create a secure and regulated environment for both retail and institutional clients. By developing a comprehensive infrastructure for cryptocurrency trading, BitOasis enables investors to manage their assets safely and effectively.
BitClout
Initial Coin Offering in 2021
BitClout is an open-source social media platform that builds a Proof-of-Work blockchain for its users. BitClout is a new type of social network that speculates on people and posts with real money, and it’s built from the ground up as its own custom blockchain. Its architecture is similar to Bitcoin, only it can support complex social network data like posts, profiles, follows, speculation features, and much more at significantly higher throughput and scale.
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.
Pintu
Series A in 2021
Pintu is a cryptocurrency platform based in Jakarta, Indonesia, established in 2020. The company offers a mobile application that facilitates the buying, selling, and management of Bitcoin and other blockchain-based assets. Its platform provides users with a convenient way to access various financial services, allowing them to engage with the cryptocurrency market easily and securely. By streamlining the process of managing digital assets, Pintu aims to support the transition towards a more open financial system for its users.
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.
Pintu
Series A in 2021
Pintu is a cryptocurrency platform based in Jakarta, Indonesia, established in 2020. The company offers a mobile application that facilitates the buying, selling, and management of Bitcoin and other blockchain-based assets. Its platform provides users with a convenient way to access various financial services, allowing them to engage with the cryptocurrency market easily and securely. By streamlining the process of managing digital assets, Pintu aims to support the transition towards a more open financial system for its users.
Bitso
Series C in 2021
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.
BitClout
Funding Round in 2021
BitClout is an open-source social media platform that builds a Proof-of-Work blockchain for its users. BitClout is a new type of social network that speculates on people and posts with real money, and it’s built from the ground up as its own custom blockchain. Its architecture is similar to Bitcoin, only it can support complex social network data like posts, profiles, follows, speculation features, and much more at significantly higher throughput and scale.
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.
Bitso
Series B in 2020
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.
Coinme
Venture Round in 2020
Coinme Inc. operates as a bitcoin exchange and ATM operator, providing a range of services that facilitate access to the digital currency economy. Founded in 2014 and based in Seattle, Washington, the company runs the largest licensed cryptocurrency cash exchange in the U.S., with a network of bitcoin ATMs available in 48 states. Through partnerships with Coinstar and MoneyGram, Coinme enables customers to buy and sell bitcoin using cash at thousands of physical locations. The company also offers a digital wallet, a proprietary API, and solutions for digital currency IRAs and 401(k)s. These services aim to simplify the process of engaging with digital currencies, allowing users to securely buy, sell, store, and manage their crypto assets while enhancing the existing financial infrastructure of its partners.
Blockfolio
Series A in 2019
Blockfolio, Inc. is a company that specializes in creating a mobile application for cryptocurrency portfolio tracking and management. Founded in 2014 and based in Marina Del Rey, California, the application allows users to manage their cryptocurrency holdings by providing real-time prices, market data, and news updates. Users can add various cryptocurrencies to their portfolios, receive alerts on market movements, and connect their accounts with exchanges for automated tracking. Blockfolio aims to keep millions of users informed about developments in the cryptocurrency and blockchain industry, while maintaining a commitment to free access for both users and token team partners. As of August 2020, Blockfolio operates as a subsidiary of FTX Trading LTD.
Flexa
Initial Coin Offering in 2019
Flexa is a developer of a payment application that facilitates point-of-sale transactions using various cryptocurrencies, including bitcoin, ether, bitcoin cash, and litecoin. The application allows consumers to make purchases through a unique flex code, enabling a secure and fraud-proof payment experience without the need for liquid cash. In addition to its payment services, Flexa emphasizes consumer data privacy, offering users the ability to share personal information selectively and audit their data sharing at any time. This level of control supports dynamic loyalty and marketing initiatives, ensuring that customers remain central to the transaction process while minimizing transaction times. Overall, Flexa aims to enhance the retail payment experience by integrating cryptocurrency into everyday transactions.
SparkSwap
Series A in 2019
SparkSwap is a cryptocurrency exchange founded in 2017 and based in Atlanta, Georgia. It is notable for being the first exchange built on the Lightning Network, which enhances transaction speed and efficiency. The platform allows users to exchange Bitcoin and Litecoin, catering to both cryptocurrency miners and traders. By integrating features from both centralized and decentralized exchanges, SparkSwap aims to minimize counterparty risk while providing a seamless trading experience.
Ampleforth
Venture Round in 2018
Ampleforth Limited is a non-profit charitable organization based in San Francisco, California, that operates on an Ethereum-based digital asset protocol. The organization aims to provide a bitcoin token designed to maintain stable purchasing power by adjusting its supply daily in response to market conditions and demand. This unique approach targets the CPI-adjusted purchasing power of the US dollar, ensuring that the number of tokens held in each user's wallet is proportionally increased or decreased according to fluctuations in the market. By doing so, Ampleforth seeks to offer a solution for crypto investors and customers dealing with the volatility of cryptocurrencies.
Blockfolio
Series A in 2018
Blockfolio, Inc. is a company that specializes in creating a mobile application for cryptocurrency portfolio tracking and management. Founded in 2014 and based in Marina Del Rey, California, the application allows users to manage their cryptocurrency holdings by providing real-time prices, market data, and news updates. Users can add various cryptocurrencies to their portfolios, receive alerts on market movements, and connect their accounts with exchanges for automated tracking. Blockfolio aims to keep millions of users informed about developments in the cryptocurrency and blockchain industry, while maintaining a commitment to free access for both users and token team partners. As of August 2020, Blockfolio operates as a subsidiary of FTX Trading LTD.
Veem
Corporate Round in 2018
Veem Inc. is a payment service provider that offers a platform designed to simplify the process of sending and receiving payments for businesses. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company utilizes blockchain technology to facilitate international payments, eliminating the need for intermediary banks and thereby reducing costs for small- and medium-sized enterprises. Veem's platform allows users to send and receive payments in local currency, track transactions in real time, generate invoices, and upload mass documents. Additionally, it integrates with various accounting platforms to streamline financial operations. With offices in Kanata, Canada, and Shanghai, China, Veem aims to create a user-focused financial ecosystem that enhances the efficiency of cross-border transactions.
Bgogo
Venture Round in 2018
Bgogo operates a digital asset exchange that facilitates cryptocurrency trading, aiming to serve as a platform created by the community for the community. Based in the Cayman Islands, it distinguishes itself as the first exchange with supernode listing authority, focusing on listing high-quality and promising digital assets. The company was founded by individuals with backgrounds from prominent internet companies, including Facebook, Twitter, IBM, and Alibaba. Additionally, Bgogo's core engineering team includes several world champions from the ACM International Collegiate Programming Contest, highlighting the expertise behind its technological infrastructure.
Veem
Series B in 2018
Veem Inc. is a payment service provider that offers a platform designed to simplify the process of sending and receiving payments for businesses. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company utilizes blockchain technology to facilitate international payments, eliminating the need for intermediary banks and thereby reducing costs for small- and medium-sized enterprises. Veem's platform allows users to send and receive payments in local currency, track transactions in real time, generate invoices, and upload mass documents. Additionally, it integrates with various accounting platforms to streamline financial operations. With offices in Kanata, Canada, and Shanghai, China, Veem aims to create a user-focused financial ecosystem that enhances the efficiency of cross-border transactions.
Coinsuper Fintech
Series A in 2018
Coinsuper, established in 2017 and based in Hong Kong, operates as a cryptocurrency exchange that caters to both professionals and individual traders. The company combines traditional financial market practices with the evolving landscape of digital assets, aiming to create a well-organized trading environment. Coinsuper's platform is designed to attract financial institutions and professional investors, facilitating their entry into the cryptocurrency market. The firm emphasizes security and stability by employing SSL encryption, multi-signature wallets, and offline capital management to protect user assets and information. With a focus on customer service, Coinsuper aims to deliver efficient and professional trading solutions while maintaining rigorous technical risk controls.
Ampleforth
Venture Round in 2018
Ampleforth Limited is a non-profit charitable organization based in San Francisco, California, that operates on an Ethereum-based digital asset protocol. The organization aims to provide a bitcoin token designed to maintain stable purchasing power by adjusting its supply daily in response to market conditions and demand. This unique approach targets the CPI-adjusted purchasing power of the US dollar, ensuring that the number of tokens held in each user's wallet is proportionally increased or decreased according to fluctuations in the market. By doing so, Ampleforth seeks to offer a solution for crypto investors and customers dealing with the volatility of cryptocurrencies.
BitOasis
Venture Round in 2018
BitOasis is a cryptocurrency trading platform established in 2015 by co-founders Ola Doudin and Daniel Robenek. It provides a digital asset wallet and an exchange for buying, selling, and trading cryptocurrencies, with a particular focus on cash-based emerging markets. The platform emphasizes security through its multi-signature wallet and aims to create a secure and regulated environment for both retail and institutional clients. By developing a comprehensive infrastructure for cryptocurrency trading, BitOasis enables investors to manage their assets safely and effectively.
BitGo
Series B in 2017
BitGo, Inc. is a digital asset financial services company specializing in security, custody, and liquidity solutions for cryptocurrency. Founded in 2011 and based in Palo Alto, California, BitGo provides a multi-signature security platform that caters to both individual users and institutions. Its offerings include an online Bitcoin wallet, a robust enterprise solution for corporations and financial institutions, and a Key Recovery Service for the secure management of private keys. The platform supports over 200 cryptocurrencies and facilitates secure transactions for exchanges, marketplaces, and e-commerce businesses. Additionally, BitGo launched BitGo Custody and the BitGo Trust Company, which serve as qualified custodians for digital assets. With a customer base spanning more than 50 countries and over $2 billion in assets under management, BitGo is positioned to help businesses integrate digital currencies into their financial systems effectively. The company also has custodial entities located in Switzerland and Germany.
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.
BitPesa
Series A in 2017
BitPesa Ltd. is a digital currency exchange based in Karen, Kenya, that facilitates the conversion of Bitcoin to Kenyan Shillings. Founded in 2013, the company operates an online platform that utilizes blockchain technology to streamline business payments and trade between Africa and the global market. BitPesa provides both individuals and institutions with wholesale cryptocurrency liquidity, ensuring fast settlement and a range of currency options. Recognized for its security measures and liquidity, it holds the distinction of being the first blockchain company licensed by the UK's Financial Conduct Authority and adheres to strict Know Your Customer (KYC) practices. The company has successfully traded over $500 million, establishing itself as a leading player in the African cryptocurrency exchange landscape.
Veem
Series A in 2015
Veem Inc. is a payment service provider that offers a platform designed to simplify the process of sending and receiving payments for businesses. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company utilizes blockchain technology to facilitate international payments, eliminating the need for intermediary banks and thereby reducing costs for small- and medium-sized enterprises. Veem's platform allows users to send and receive payments in local currency, track transactions in real time, generate invoices, and upload mass documents. Additionally, it integrates with various accounting platforms to streamline financial operations. With offices in Kanata, Canada, and Shanghai, China, Veem aims to create a user-focused financial ecosystem that enhances the efficiency of cross-border transactions.
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.
Ripio
Seed Round in 2015
Ripio, formerly known as Bitpagos, is a financial payments company based in Latin America that focuses on providing electronic payment solutions for businesses. Leveraging blockchain technology, Ripio aims to create a more accessible financial system in emerging markets. The company facilitates international transactions for merchants using credit cards or bitcoins at lower costs and allows consumers to purchase bitcoins instantly with cash. Operating in countries such as Argentina, Brazil, Chile, and Ecuador, Ripio's platform accepts various payment methods, including bitcoin and credit cards, and offers services such as local currency payouts for merchants, a digital wallet, and financing options for installment payments. Through these services, Ripio seeks to strengthen the digital economy by offering alternatives to traditional banking.
Veem
Seed Round in 2015
Veem Inc. is a payment service provider that offers a platform designed to simplify the process of sending and receiving payments for businesses. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company utilizes blockchain technology to facilitate international payments, eliminating the need for intermediary banks and thereby reducing costs for small- and medium-sized enterprises. Veem's platform allows users to send and receive payments in local currency, track transactions in real time, generate invoices, and upload mass documents. Additionally, it integrates with various accounting platforms to streamline financial operations. With offices in Kanata, Canada, and Shanghai, China, Veem aims to create a user-focused financial ecosystem that enhances the efficiency of cross-border transactions.
BitPesa
Venture Round in 2015
BitPesa Ltd. is a digital currency exchange based in Karen, Kenya, that facilitates the conversion of Bitcoin to Kenyan Shillings. Founded in 2013, the company operates an online platform that utilizes blockchain technology to streamline business payments and trade between Africa and the global market. BitPesa provides both individuals and institutions with wholesale cryptocurrency liquidity, ensuring fast settlement and a range of currency options. Recognized for its security measures and liquidity, it holds the distinction of being the first blockchain company licensed by the UK's Financial Conduct Authority and adheres to strict Know Your Customer (KYC) practices. The company has successfully traded over $500 million, establishing itself as a leading player in the African cryptocurrency exchange landscape.
BTCJam
Series A in 2014
BTCJam is a bitcoin lending platform that facilitates online personal loans, allowing users to borrow and lend using bitcoin. With over $11 million in loan volume, the platform has served more than 100,000 users across 200 countries. BTCJam aims to provide affordable credit to individuals by employing a proprietary credit scoring algorithm that predicts borrowers' repayment rates. Borrowers can apply for loans with rates starting at 6.7% APR, while investors can earn an average of 19% APR on their bitcoin investments. The platform is integrated with Coinbase, ensuring simple and efficient bitcoin transfers for both borrowers and investors.
ChangeCoin
Seed Round in 2014
ChangeCoin is a micropayment infrastructure for the Internet that specializes in the fields of micropayments, bitcoin, social commerce, digital currencies, and payments. It was founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Korbit
Series A in 2014
Korbit, Inc. is a South Korean company founded in 2013 that specializes in providing online bitcoin exchange, wallet, and merchant processing services. Based in Seoul, Korbit operates a platform that leverages blockchain technology to facilitate secure and rapid cryptocurrency transactions, allowing users to buy, sell, and exchange digital currencies with bank-level security. As of September 2017, Korbit functions as a subsidiary of NXC Corporation. The company's services aim to enhance the accessibility and efficiency of cryptocurrency transactions for users in the global market.
Bitstamp
Venture Round in 2014
Bitstamp, established in 2012, is a regulated cryptocurrency exchange headquartered in London, with offices in Luxembourg and California. It operates a global digital currency marketplace, facilitating the buying and selling of major cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Litecoin, Ethereum, Ripple, and Bitcoin Cash for both individual and institutional clients. The company is committed to providing secure, transparent, and reliable trading services.
Xapo Bank
Series A in 2014
Xapo Bank is a financial services company specializing in bitcoin storage and digital banking. It offers two key products: an everyday bitcoin wallet for convenience and a deep cold storage vault for enhanced security. The company's platform also provides global card services and peer-to-peer payment systems, enabling users to transact with bitcoin worldwide. Xapo Bank aims to build trust in bitcoin by prioritizing security and stability, employing a team of financial services and security experts to achieve this.
Ripio
Seed Round in 2014
Ripio, formerly known as Bitpagos, is a financial payments company based in Latin America that focuses on providing electronic payment solutions for businesses. Leveraging blockchain technology, Ripio aims to create a more accessible financial system in emerging markets. The company facilitates international transactions for merchants using credit cards or bitcoins at lower costs and allows consumers to purchase bitcoins instantly with cash. Operating in countries such as Argentina, Brazil, Chile, and Ecuador, Ripio's platform accepts various payment methods, including bitcoin and credit cards, and offers services such as local currency payouts for merchants, a digital wallet, and financing options for installment payments. Through these services, Ripio seeks to strengthen the digital economy by offering alternatives to traditional banking.
Gliph
Seed Round in 2013
Gliph, Inc. is a company based in San Mateo, California, that specializes in developing a secure text messaging application designed to facilitate communication and transactions, particularly involving Bitcoin. The platform allows users to connect with others while managing their personal information privacy, offering granular identity controls. Gliph's solutions are available through mobile applications for iPhone and Android, as well as a web client for desktop users. By integrating a peer-to-peer marketplace, Gliph enables seamless payments via a simple text messaging interface, streamlining the transfer of funds without requiring users to handle complex technical processes. Founded in 2012, Gliph continues to focus on enhancing user privacy and transaction security.
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