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VCs Lost the Script: This $BTC Funding Mechanism Is Now Inevitable
The era of asymmetric venture capital funding is officially over. The 2022-2024 cycle created deep retail fatigue: VCs secured low valuations only to dump tokens onto a market suffering from an inflation-heavy launch model. This led to a massive exodus of capital into memecoins, which offered high volatility and zero VC baggage.
Now, the market is correcting structurally. We are witnessing the definitive return of the Initial Coin Offering (ICO) structure. This isn't the 2017 hype cycle; it's a structural necessity driven by investors demanding "skin in the game." Fairer distribution models, where users commit capital at base valuations (like $ETH original launch), force long-term alignment and combat the recent trend of immediate dumping.
This shift, exemplified by major institutional moves and new launch protocols, signifies that projects must prioritize community sustainability over short-term hedge fund gains. The altcoin market will heal only when launches are transparent, removing the toxic tokenomics that plagued the last cycle. Expect public sales to become the default standard, replacing the task-to-reward airdrop model entirely. $BTC will anchor the macro shift, but the real gains will be found in the projects that truly commit to equitable distribution.
This is not financial advice.
#ICOs #FairLaunch #Altcoins #CryptoFunding #Tokenomics 🚀
The era of asymmetric venture capital funding is officially over. The 2022-2024 cycle created deep retail fatigue: VCs secured low valuations only to dump tokens onto a market suffering from an inflation-heavy launch model. This led to a massive exodus of capital into memecoins, which offered high volatility and zero VC baggage.
Now, the market is correcting structurally. We are witnessing the definitive return of the Initial Coin Offering (ICO) structure. This isn't the 2017 hype cycle; it's a structural necessity driven by investors demanding "skin in the game." Fairer distribution models, where users commit capital at base valuations (like $ETH original launch), force long-term alignment and combat the recent trend of immediate dumping.
This shift, exemplified by major institutional moves and new launch protocols, signifies that projects must prioritize community sustainability over short-term hedge fund gains. The altcoin market will heal only when launches are transparent, removing the toxic tokenomics that plagued the last cycle. Expect public sales to become the default standard, replacing the task-to-reward airdrop model entirely. $BTC will anchor the macro shift, but the real gains will be found in the projects that truly commit to equitable distribution.
This is not financial advice.
#ICOs #FairLaunch #Altcoins #CryptoFunding #Tokenomics 🚀
VC Fatigue Is Over. The $375 Million Signal That Retail Is Taking Control.
The age of the 'free money' airdrop is dead. The market is witnessing a profound structural shift: the Initial Coin Offering (ICO) is back, and it's driven by retail exhaustion. For the last cycle (2022-2024), venture capital dominated launches, setting astronomical Fully Diluted Valuations (FDVs) that guaranteed early investors massive asymmetric gains while leaving retail with crumbs or quick-dump airdrops. This toxic dynamic led to one thing: Altcoin fatigue.
Retail capital didn't disappear; it revolted. It flowed directly into memecoins—assets impervious to VC influence and high FDV games. This forced imbalance has reached a breaking point, creating a demand for fairer entry points.
Now, projects are realizing that sustainable communities require "skin-in-the-game." We are seeing the explicit return to public sales and ICO structures ($ETH itself launched via an ICO). The goal is simple: fair entry pricing and economic alignment. When users commit capital at a reasonable base valuation, they HODL. This counters the recent trend of shrinking on-chain holding times and provides projects with a more resilient base of supporters.
The institutional acknowledgment of this shift is clear: Coinbase’s massive acquisition of the on-chain fundraising platform Echo signals that the future of launch strategy is decentralized and public. Platforms like MetaDAO are explicitly targeting the demise of the high-FDV, VC-controlled startup model. This transition is crucial. If executed correctly, the return of transparent, large-supply ICOs will restore growth potential to the altcoin market and provide a necessary structural foundation for the next $BTC cycle.
This is not financial advice.
#ICOs #Altcoins #CryptoFunding #MarketStructure #VCFatigue
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The age of the 'free money' airdrop is dead. The market is witnessing a profound structural shift: the Initial Coin Offering (ICO) is back, and it's driven by retail exhaustion. For the last cycle (2022-2024), venture capital dominated launches, setting astronomical Fully Diluted Valuations (FDVs) that guaranteed early investors massive asymmetric gains while leaving retail with crumbs or quick-dump airdrops. This toxic dynamic led to one thing: Altcoin fatigue.
Retail capital didn't disappear; it revolted. It flowed directly into memecoins—assets impervious to VC influence and high FDV games. This forced imbalance has reached a breaking point, creating a demand for fairer entry points.
Now, projects are realizing that sustainable communities require "skin-in-the-game." We are seeing the explicit return to public sales and ICO structures ($ETH itself launched via an ICO). The goal is simple: fair entry pricing and economic alignment. When users commit capital at a reasonable base valuation, they HODL. This counters the recent trend of shrinking on-chain holding times and provides projects with a more resilient base of supporters.
The institutional acknowledgment of this shift is clear: Coinbase’s massive acquisition of the on-chain fundraising platform Echo signals that the future of launch strategy is decentralized and public. Platforms like MetaDAO are explicitly targeting the demise of the high-FDV, VC-controlled startup model. This transition is crucial. If executed correctly, the return of transparent, large-supply ICOs will restore growth potential to the altcoin market and provide a necessary structural foundation for the next $BTC cycle.
This is not financial advice.
#ICOs #Altcoins #CryptoFunding #MarketStructure #VCFatigue
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Sahara AI Secures Major Venture Capital Backing for Long-Term Growth
$SOL
Large-Scale Fundraising: Sahara AI successfully raised capital from leading venture funds such as Polychain Capital and Dragonfly Capital, signaling strong confidence in the project’s long-term potential. $SAHARA
This strategic investment highlights the growing demand for AI-powered solutions within the Web3 ecosystem.
With robust financial backing, Sahara AI is positioned to accelerate development, expand its infrastructure, and deliver cutting-edge decentralized AI services.$ETH
The involvement of top-tier investors reinforces Sahara AI’s credibility and its role in shaping the future of AI-integrated blockchain technology.
As the market shifts toward intelligent decentralized systems, Sahara AI stands out as a key player driving innovation and scalability.
#SaharaAI #Web3Innovation #CryptoFunding #AIDriven
$SOL
Large-Scale Fundraising: Sahara AI successfully raised capital from leading venture funds such as Polychain Capital and Dragonfly Capital, signaling strong confidence in the project’s long-term potential. $SAHARA
This strategic investment highlights the growing demand for AI-powered solutions within the Web3 ecosystem.
With robust financial backing, Sahara AI is positioned to accelerate development, expand its infrastructure, and deliver cutting-edge decentralized AI services.$ETH
The involvement of top-tier investors reinforces Sahara AI’s credibility and its role in shaping the future of AI-integrated blockchain technology.
As the market shifts toward intelligent decentralized systems, Sahara AI stands out as a key player driving innovation and scalability.
#SaharaAI #Web3Innovation #CryptoFunding #AIDriven
$16M for the Future: Dragonfly Capital Bets Big on Codex
April’s biggest crypto VC move just turned the spotlight on AI x Blockchain
“Where AI meets Crypto, the next revolution begins.”
In a world racing toward intelligent systems and decentralized economies, one startup just captured the attention—and the wallet—of Silicon Valley’s most elite venture funds.
Codex, a next-gen AI + blockchain startup, has secured $15.8 million in a seed round that might redefine the future of decentralized intelligence.
Who’s Backing the Code?
Dragonfly Capital didn’t just invest—they led the round with a bold $14 million check, a clear signal of long-term faith in Codex’s vision.
But they weren’t alone. Giants like Coinbase, Circle, Wintermute, Cumberland, and Selini Capital joined forces in this high-profile round.
Why? Because Codex isn't building just another blockchain product. It's crafting the operating system for intelligent finance.
What Makes Codex So Special?
Codex is creating a layer where AI-powered agents can interact with smart contracts, financial markets, and real-time data—all autonomously.
Here’s what Codex brings to the table:
✨ AI-driven DeFi orchestration
⚙️ Secure, on-chain analytics infrastructure
⚡ Real-time decision-making tools for decentralized apps
🔐 Built-in risk assessments using machine learning
Imagine an AI that doesn’t just trade crypto—it understands macro trends, interprets sentiment, audits smart contracts, and prevents fraud before it happens.
That’s the Codex promise.
The Funding Wave: AI x Blockchain Dominates VC Bets
Codex isn’t alone. This week has seen a flood of venture capital pouring into futuristic projects sitting right at the crossroads of AI, fintech, and decentralization.
Ambient — Raised $7.2M
A project combining Solana’s lightning speed with Bitcoin-style PoW for secure AI services. Think low-cost smart services that can scale instantly.
Cambrian Network — Raised $5.9M
A decentralized financial brain that feeds AI agents with on-chain + off-chain data—prices, history, social buzz, even user behavior.
Mahojin — Raised $5M
Focused on open-source bridges between AI tools and blockchain infrastructure. Its mission? Make it seamless for developers to build AI-powered dApps.
The9 Limited — Raised $8M
An ambitious player bringing traditional investment frameworks into crypto using custom-locked Class A shares.
Momentum — Raised $5M
This one’s rethinking team collaboration using AI—especially for sales and operations teams across fintech and blockchain startups.
Smaller Rounds, Big Ideas (< $5M)
Don’t sleep on the underdogs. This week also featured high-potential rounds like:
Fragmetric: Token sale aiming for $4M with strong early traction
Collecto: Luxury investment meets blockchain with €2.8M raised
Hana Network: $1.75M for gamified, hyper-casual finance
Bloctopus: $1M to reinvent multi-chain infrastructure
StakeStone & BAI Fund: $1M each to enhance omnichain staking and trusted on-chain agents
These might seem small now—but remember, Solana and Avalanche started with similar numbers.
Why 2025 Is the Year of Decentralized Intelligence
VCs are no longer just betting on coins or hype cycles. They’re betting on infrastructure that thinks.
Here’s what excites them:
AI agents that adapt in real-time
Blockchains that audit themselves
Apps that don’t need humans to scale
On-chain economies driven by logic, not luck
This isn’t sci-fi anymore. It’s the new blueprint for Web4.
Final Thoughts: Codex Signals a Shift
The $15.8M raised by Codex is more than just a number—
…it’s a signal flare for what’s coming.
Startups that combine AI and blockchain are now the darlings of venture capital. The days of speculative tokens are fading fast. What’s rising is automated, intelligent, trustless finance—built by code, audited by data, and powered by AI.
If Codex delivers, it won’t just be a unicorn.
It’ll be the brain of decentralized finance.
#CryptoFunding #BlockchainNews #AIinCrypto #DragonflyCapital #DiversifyYourAssets
“Where AI meets Crypto, the next revolution begins.”
In a world racing toward intelligent systems and decentralized economies, one startup just captured the attention—and the wallet—of Silicon Valley’s most elite venture funds.
Codex, a next-gen AI + blockchain startup, has secured $15.8 million in a seed round that might redefine the future of decentralized intelligence.
Who’s Backing the Code?
Dragonfly Capital didn’t just invest—they led the round with a bold $14 million check, a clear signal of long-term faith in Codex’s vision.
But they weren’t alone. Giants like Coinbase, Circle, Wintermute, Cumberland, and Selini Capital joined forces in this high-profile round.
Why? Because Codex isn't building just another blockchain product. It's crafting the operating system for intelligent finance.
What Makes Codex So Special?
Codex is creating a layer where AI-powered agents can interact with smart contracts, financial markets, and real-time data—all autonomously.
Here’s what Codex brings to the table:
✨ AI-driven DeFi orchestration
⚙️ Secure, on-chain analytics infrastructure
⚡ Real-time decision-making tools for decentralized apps
🔐 Built-in risk assessments using machine learning
Imagine an AI that doesn’t just trade crypto—it understands macro trends, interprets sentiment, audits smart contracts, and prevents fraud before it happens.
That’s the Codex promise.
The Funding Wave: AI x Blockchain Dominates VC Bets
Codex isn’t alone. This week has seen a flood of venture capital pouring into futuristic projects sitting right at the crossroads of AI, fintech, and decentralization.
Ambient — Raised $7.2M
A project combining Solana’s lightning speed with Bitcoin-style PoW for secure AI services. Think low-cost smart services that can scale instantly.
Cambrian Network — Raised $5.9M
A decentralized financial brain that feeds AI agents with on-chain + off-chain data—prices, history, social buzz, even user behavior.
Mahojin — Raised $5M
Focused on open-source bridges between AI tools and blockchain infrastructure. Its mission? Make it seamless for developers to build AI-powered dApps.
The9 Limited — Raised $8M
An ambitious player bringing traditional investment frameworks into crypto using custom-locked Class A shares.
Momentum — Raised $5M
This one’s rethinking team collaboration using AI—especially for sales and operations teams across fintech and blockchain startups.
Smaller Rounds, Big Ideas (< $5M)
Don’t sleep on the underdogs. This week also featured high-potential rounds like:
Fragmetric: Token sale aiming for $4M with strong early traction
Collecto: Luxury investment meets blockchain with €2.8M raised
Hana Network: $1.75M for gamified, hyper-casual finance
Bloctopus: $1M to reinvent multi-chain infrastructure
StakeStone & BAI Fund: $1M each to enhance omnichain staking and trusted on-chain agents
These might seem small now—but remember, Solana and Avalanche started with similar numbers.
Why 2025 Is the Year of Decentralized Intelligence
VCs are no longer just betting on coins or hype cycles. They’re betting on infrastructure that thinks.
Here’s what excites them:
AI agents that adapt in real-time
Blockchains that audit themselves
Apps that don’t need humans to scale
On-chain economies driven by logic, not luck
This isn’t sci-fi anymore. It’s the new blueprint for Web4.
Final Thoughts: Codex Signals a Shift
The $15.8M raised by Codex is more than just a number—
…it’s a signal flare for what’s coming.
Startups that combine AI and blockchain are now the darlings of venture capital. The days of speculative tokens are fading fast. What’s rising is automated, intelligent, trustless finance—built by code, audited by data, and powered by AI.
If Codex delivers, it won’t just be a unicorn.
It’ll be the brain of decentralized finance.
#CryptoFunding #BlockchainNews #AIinCrypto #DragonflyCapital #DiversifyYourAssets
💼 Tether và sàn Bitfinex chuyển tổng cộng 21.000 BTC đến Twenty One Capital – Mở rộng đầu tư chiến lược
Vào ngày 3/6/2025, CEO Paolo Ardoino xác nhận Tether và Bitfinex đã chuyển lần lượt 14.000 $BTC và 7.000 BTC đến công ty đầu tư Bitcoin Twenty One Capital (XXI) như một phần trong khoản đầu tư chiến lược dài hạn vào công ty này.
Trước đó, Tether đã chuyển 4.812 BTC vào ngày 2/6/2025 để tài trợ cho vòng gọi vốn PIPE ban đầu của XXI, theo dữ liệu từ địa chỉ ví công khai trên mempool.space.
Động thái này đánh dấu một trong những thương vụ đầu tư trực tiếp bằng BTC lớn nhất trong năm, đồng thời thể hiện sự hậu thuẫn mạnh mẽ từ các ông lớn trong ngành crypto đối với các mô hình đầu tư tập trung vào Bitcoin.
#Tether #TwentyOneCapital #CryptoFunding
Vào ngày 3/6/2025, CEO Paolo Ardoino xác nhận Tether và Bitfinex đã chuyển lần lượt 14.000 $BTC và 7.000 BTC đến công ty đầu tư Bitcoin Twenty One Capital (XXI) như một phần trong khoản đầu tư chiến lược dài hạn vào công ty này.
Trước đó, Tether đã chuyển 4.812 BTC vào ngày 2/6/2025 để tài trợ cho vòng gọi vốn PIPE ban đầu của XXI, theo dữ liệu từ địa chỉ ví công khai trên mempool.space.
Động thái này đánh dấu một trong những thương vụ đầu tư trực tiếp bằng BTC lớn nhất trong năm, đồng thời thể hiện sự hậu thuẫn mạnh mẽ từ các ông lớn trong ngành crypto đối với các mô hình đầu tư tập trung vào Bitcoin.
#Tether #TwentyOneCapital #CryptoFunding
Binance News
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Former Blackstone Executive and Tether Co-Founder Plan $1 Billion Crypto Fund
According to BlockBeats, a former executive from private equity giant Blackstone Group and a co-founder of leading stablecoin issuer Tether are collaborating to establish a $1 billion publicly traded crypto fund. The fund aims to create a diversified portfolio of digital assets.
Sources familiar with the matter revealed that the fund will raise capital through a Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC) supported by both parties, named M3-Brigade Acquisition V Corp. The investment strategy includes allocating funds to various cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana. Due to the confidential nature of the negotiations, these sources requested anonymity.
Fundraising efforts are still ongoing, and specific details, including the $1 billion target, may be subject to change.
Sources familiar with the matter revealed that the fund will raise capital through a Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC) supported by both parties, named M3-Brigade Acquisition V Corp. The investment strategy includes allocating funds to various cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana. Due to the confidential nature of the negotiations, these sources requested anonymity.
Fundraising efforts are still ongoing, and specific details, including the $1 billion target, may be subject to change.
💸 Kuru Labs Raises $11.5M Led by Paradigm to Build the Next-Gen DEX
🚨 A new DeFi contender is rising!
Kuru Labs, a next-generation decentralized exchange (DEX), has just secured $11.5 million in funding, with Paradigm leading the round. 🔥📈
🔍 What makes Kuru Labs different?
• Built to solve the scalability and slippage issues plaguing current DEXs
• Focused on deep liquidity, MEV resistance, and lightning-fast execution
• Backed by top-tier investors who believe in a radically efficient on-chain future
💡 Why this matters:
• Paradigm’s involvement is a major stamp of credibility
• Fresh capital will help Kuru Labs expand its dev team and launch its mainnet
• The DEX wars are heating up — and Kuru wants to be a category-defining player
As DeFi continues to evolve, innovative infrastructure like Kuru Labs is key to unlocking the next wave of decentralized trading.
#DEX #CryptoFunding #defi #DecentralizedExchange #BlockchainInnovation
🚨 A new DeFi contender is rising!
Kuru Labs, a next-generation decentralized exchange (DEX), has just secured $11.5 million in funding, with Paradigm leading the round. 🔥📈
🔍 What makes Kuru Labs different?
• Built to solve the scalability and slippage issues plaguing current DEXs
• Focused on deep liquidity, MEV resistance, and lightning-fast execution
• Backed by top-tier investors who believe in a radically efficient on-chain future
💡 Why this matters:
• Paradigm’s involvement is a major stamp of credibility
• Fresh capital will help Kuru Labs expand its dev team and launch its mainnet
• The DEX wars are heating up — and Kuru wants to be a category-defining player
As DeFi continues to evolve, innovative infrastructure like Kuru Labs is key to unlocking the next wave of decentralized trading.
#DEX #CryptoFunding #defi #DecentralizedExchange #BlockchainInnovation
Топ-7 крупнейших инвестиционных раундов недели
На этой неделе криптоиндустрия вновь привлекла миллионы! Взгляните, кто получил финансирование и чем занимаются эти проекты:
1. Blackbird – $50M
Платформа лояльности, подписок и платежей.
Поддержка: Coinbase Ventures, a16z, Spark Capital
2. Wunder.Social – $50M
SocialFi, объединяющая Web3 и привычный UX Web2.
Поддержка: Rollman Management
3. Meanwhile – $40M
Первая в мире страховая политика в BTC.
Поддержка: Framework, Fulga Ventures
4. APX Lending – $20M
Крипто-кредитование с соблюдением комплаенса.
Поддержка: CypressHills
5. BugsCoin – $12M
Система вознаграждений для пользователей и комьюнити.
Поддержка: DuckDAO, Castrum Capital, BullPerks
6. Towns – $10M
Web3-группчаты от Here Not There Labs.
Поддержка: Coinbase Ventures, a16zcrypto, Benchmark
7. CAP – $8M
Стейблкойн-протокол с доходностью и защитой от рисков.
Поддержка: Laser Digital, Triton Capital, Franklin Templeton
Вывод: Крупные игроки продолжают вливать миллионы в инфраструктуру Web3, DeFi и SocialFi. Это говорит о доверии к долгосрочному росту индустрии.
#CryptoVC #Web3Investing #DeFiProjects #CryptoFunding #BlockchainFuture
На этой неделе криптоиндустрия вновь привлекла миллионы! Взгляните, кто получил финансирование и чем занимаются эти проекты:
1. Blackbird – $50M
Платформа лояльности, подписок и платежей.
Поддержка: Coinbase Ventures, a16z, Spark Capital
2. Wunder.Social – $50M
SocialFi, объединяющая Web3 и привычный UX Web2.
Поддержка: Rollman Management
3. Meanwhile – $40M
Первая в мире страховая политика в BTC.
Поддержка: Framework, Fulga Ventures
4. APX Lending – $20M
Крипто-кредитование с соблюдением комплаенса.
Поддержка: CypressHills
5. BugsCoin – $12M
Система вознаграждений для пользователей и комьюнити.
Поддержка: DuckDAO, Castrum Capital, BullPerks
6. Towns – $10M
Web3-группчаты от Here Not There Labs.
Поддержка: Coinbase Ventures, a16zcrypto, Benchmark
7. CAP – $8M
Стейблкойн-протокол с доходностью и защитой от рисков.
Поддержка: Laser Digital, Triton Capital, Franklin Templeton
Вывод: Крупные игроки продолжают вливать миллионы в инфраструктуру Web3, DeFi и SocialFi. Это говорит о доверии к долгосрочному росту индустрии.
#CryptoVC #Web3Investing #DeFiProjects #CryptoFunding #BlockchainFuture
#ThinkingMachines #CryptoFunding #SECApproval
Anthony Scaramucci, the former White House communications director and founder of SkyBridge Capital, has some kind words to share. He expressed gratitude and appreciation for the hard work of Hester Pierce, often known as 'Crypto Mom', following her recent SEC approval. Scaramucci praised her commitment, recognizing her efforts as a "hard-fought contribution" to the crypto space.
But that's not all - Thinking Machines Lab, a leading crypto research firm, has closed a massive $2 billion funding round! This landmark achievement is a testament to the company's outstanding work and influence in the industry. With a team of 50 talented individuals, Thinking Machines Lab is poised to continue its groundbreaking research and development.
This funding round is a significant win for the crypto community, indicating the continued growth and interest in the space. It reinforces the fact that the potential of blockchain and cryptocurrency is being recognized by institutional investors. We can't wait to see what innovative projects this funding will bring to life!
Keep those eyes peeled, as the future of crypto is unfolding right now!
$BTC
$XRP
$BNB
Anthony Scaramucci, the former White House communications director and founder of SkyBridge Capital, has some kind words to share. He expressed gratitude and appreciation for the hard work of Hester Pierce, often known as 'Crypto Mom', following her recent SEC approval. Scaramucci praised her commitment, recognizing her efforts as a "hard-fought contribution" to the crypto space.
But that's not all - Thinking Machines Lab, a leading crypto research firm, has closed a massive $2 billion funding round! This landmark achievement is a testament to the company's outstanding work and influence in the industry. With a team of 50 talented individuals, Thinking Machines Lab is poised to continue its groundbreaking research and development.
This funding round is a significant win for the crypto community, indicating the continued growth and interest in the space. It reinforces the fact that the potential of blockchain and cryptocurrency is being recognized by institutional investors. We can't wait to see what innovative projects this funding will bring to life!
Keep those eyes peeled, as the future of crypto is unfolding right now!
$BTC
$XRP
$BNB
😳👊🏻 In a twist no one saw coming, Joe McCann’s big Solana treasury bet just hit a wall.
Accelerate, which once aimed to raise $1.5B to become the largest SOL treasury, has scrapped its SPAC deal after funding fell through—capping off a brutal year where the fund lost 80% of its value.
The irony? While the Solana ecosystem is on fire with adoption and innovation, its flagship treasury play couldn’t clear the financing hurdle. To me, the culprit is clear: regulatory uncertainty casting a long shadow over ambitious raises.
Meanwhile, rivals are moving fast—Trident Digital secured $500M to build XRP reserves, and RWA narratives are gaining momentum. For SOL projects, the lesson is simple: ditch high-risk SPACs, double down on DeFi, and grow steady.
$SOL
#Solana #DeFi #CryptoFunding #RWA
Accelerate, which once aimed to raise $1.5B to become the largest SOL treasury, has scrapped its SPAC deal after funding fell through—capping off a brutal year where the fund lost 80% of its value.
The irony? While the Solana ecosystem is on fire with adoption and innovation, its flagship treasury play couldn’t clear the financing hurdle. To me, the culprit is clear: regulatory uncertainty casting a long shadow over ambitious raises.
Meanwhile, rivals are moving fast—Trident Digital secured $500M to build XRP reserves, and RWA narratives are gaining momentum. For SOL projects, the lesson is simple: ditch high-risk SPACs, double down on DeFi, and grow steady.
$SOL
#Solana #DeFi #CryptoFunding #RWA
🚀 Bitcoin DeFi Project BOB Raises $9.5M to Build BTC DeFi Bridge!
BOB (Build on Bitcoin), a new project aiming to bring DeFi to Bitcoin, just raised another $9.5 million in a fresh funding round! 💰
$BTC
$BOB
Their mission?
To become the “Gateway to Bitcoin DeFi” — and it’s gaining serious momentum.
🔗 What Is BOB?
BOB is building a protocol that combines Bitcoin’s security with Ethereum-style DeFi features — giving users the best of both worlds.
They’re working on a BitVM bridge, which will let users bridge BTC into DeFi apps securely, using staked BTC for finality.
💼 Who Invested?
This round was supported by major players in crypto:
🏦 Castle Island Ventures (also led BOB’s $10M seed round)
🧱 Ledger, RockawayX, IOSG Ventures, Bankless Ventures
🆕 New backers: Anchorage, Amber Group, and Sats Ventures
BOB has now raised a total of $21 million across all funding rounds in 2024!
🛠️ What’s Next?
BOB plans to launch its mainnet and BitVM bridge by end of 2025.
Once live, users will be able to bridge BTC from Bitcoin to DeFi protocols — unlocking powerful new use cases.
🗣️ “A bet on BOB is a bet on Bitcoin DeFi itself,” said co-founder Alexei Zamyatin.
💭 Why It Matters
Bitcoin DeFi is heating up — and BOB is leading the charge.
This project could change how BTC is used:
✅ Secure, scalable, and connected to real DeFi tools
✅ Unlocks DeFi access for billions in BTC value
✅ Expands Bitcoin’s role beyond just “digital gold”
💬 Will Bitcoin become the next big thing in DeFi?
Drop your thoughts and don’t forget to like, follow, and share if you found this post helpful!
#Bitcoin #BOB #DeFi #BTC #CryptoFunding
$BTC
$BOB
Their mission?
To become the “Gateway to Bitcoin DeFi” — and it’s gaining serious momentum.
🔗 What Is BOB?
BOB is building a protocol that combines Bitcoin’s security with Ethereum-style DeFi features — giving users the best of both worlds.
They’re working on a BitVM bridge, which will let users bridge BTC into DeFi apps securely, using staked BTC for finality.
💼 Who Invested?
This round was supported by major players in crypto:
🏦 Castle Island Ventures (also led BOB’s $10M seed round)
🧱 Ledger, RockawayX, IOSG Ventures, Bankless Ventures
🆕 New backers: Anchorage, Amber Group, and Sats Ventures
BOB has now raised a total of $21 million across all funding rounds in 2024!
🛠️ What’s Next?
BOB plans to launch its mainnet and BitVM bridge by end of 2025.
Once live, users will be able to bridge BTC from Bitcoin to DeFi protocols — unlocking powerful new use cases.
🗣️ “A bet on BOB is a bet on Bitcoin DeFi itself,” said co-founder Alexei Zamyatin.
💭 Why It Matters
Bitcoin DeFi is heating up — and BOB is leading the charge.
This project could change how BTC is used:
✅ Secure, scalable, and connected to real DeFi tools
✅ Unlocks DeFi access for billions in BTC value
✅ Expands Bitcoin’s role beyond just “digital gold”
💬 Will Bitcoin become the next big thing in DeFi?
Drop your thoughts and don’t forget to like, follow, and share if you found this post helpful!
#Bitcoin #BOB #DeFi #BTC #CryptoFunding
#SOLTreasuryFundraising
The Solana ecosystem is witnessing a massive milestone with #SOLTreasuryFundraising .
Teams and projects built on Solana are securing strong treasury backing to fuel development, innovation, and long-term sustainability. This fundraising wave highlights growing confidence in Solana’s ecosystem despite market challenges. From DeFi to NFTs, Solana continues to attract builders and capital, strengthening its place in the crypto industry.
The community knows that well-capitalized treasuries mean more growth, resilience, and adoption ahead. The road to Web3 innovation is being paved block by block—and Solana is at the front line.
#CryptoFunding #Web3
The Solana ecosystem is witnessing a massive milestone with #SOLTreasuryFundraising .
Teams and projects built on Solana are securing strong treasury backing to fuel development, innovation, and long-term sustainability. This fundraising wave highlights growing confidence in Solana’s ecosystem despite market challenges. From DeFi to NFTs, Solana continues to attract builders and capital, strengthening its place in the crypto industry.
The community knows that well-capitalized treasuries mean more growth, resilience, and adoption ahead. The road to Web3 innovation is being paved block by block—and Solana is at the front line.
#CryptoFunding #Web3
💰 Vitalik Buterin Donates $500K in ETH to Zuitzerland Project! 💰
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According to Foresight News, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has contributed 274.1 ETH (~$500,000) to support the Zuitzerland Project! 🚀 The transaction, detected by OnchainLens, was sent to a contract deployed by @0xisla, fueling innovation in the blockchain space.
What impact will this have on the crypto ecosystem? Share your thoughts! 🔥🔗 #Ethereum #VitalikButerin #CryptoFunding #US #TRUMP
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According to Foresight News, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has contributed 274.1 ETH (~$500,000) to support the Zuitzerland Project! 🚀 The transaction, detected by OnchainLens, was sent to a contract deployed by @0xisla, fueling innovation in the blockchain space.
What impact will this have on the crypto ecosystem? Share your thoughts! 🔥🔗 #Ethereum #VitalikButerin #CryptoFunding #US #TRUMP
💰 Telegram-Powered #TON Startup “TOP” Raises $28.5M in Funding 🚀📲
Web3 is going mainstream — and it’s riding on Telegram.
🚨 TOP, a blockchain startup built on the TON (The Open Network) ecosystem, just secured $28.5 million in a major funding round to supercharge its mission of integrating crypto-native features directly into Telegram’s massive global user base.
Why this is huge:
📲 Telegram has over 900 million users — and TOP is bridging them to Web3
🔗 Built natively on TON, offering lightning-fast, scalable, and user-friendly blockchain tools
📈 This funding fuels new products, in-app token features, and next-gen social dApps
💡 Imagine earning, tipping, or transacting in crypto — seamlessly, inside your favorite messaging app.
TOP isn’t just another Web3 project.
It’s the gateway to crypto for hundreds of millions, and it’s backed by serious capital.
🔥 Telegram is becoming the next frontier for on-chain interaction.
#TON #Telegram #TOP #CryptoFunding #CryptoAdoption #BlockchainStartups #CryptoNews #DigitalEconomy #OnChainSocial #MassAdoption
Web3 is going mainstream — and it’s riding on Telegram.
🚨 TOP, a blockchain startup built on the TON (The Open Network) ecosystem, just secured $28.5 million in a major funding round to supercharge its mission of integrating crypto-native features directly into Telegram’s massive global user base.
Why this is huge:
📲 Telegram has over 900 million users — and TOP is bridging them to Web3
🔗 Built natively on TON, offering lightning-fast, scalable, and user-friendly blockchain tools
📈 This funding fuels new products, in-app token features, and next-gen social dApps
💡 Imagine earning, tipping, or transacting in crypto — seamlessly, inside your favorite messaging app.
TOP isn’t just another Web3 project.
It’s the gateway to crypto for hundreds of millions, and it’s backed by serious capital.
🔥 Telegram is becoming the next frontier for on-chain interaction.
#TON #Telegram #TOP #CryptoFunding #CryptoAdoption #BlockchainStartups #CryptoNews #DigitalEconomy #OnChainSocial #MassAdoption
🇦🇪 Institutional stake alert:
Abu Dhabi’s MGX just invested $2B (in stablecoins) into Binance, marking one of the largest institutional moves into the exchange.
This strengthens Binance’s UAE presence and signals deeper ties between sovereign wealth, AI, and crypto infrastructure.
#Binance #MGX #InstitutionalCrypto #UAE #CryptoFunding #Blockchain #SquareFeed
Abu Dhabi’s MGX just invested $2B (in stablecoins) into Binance, marking one of the largest institutional moves into the exchange.
This strengthens Binance’s UAE presence and signals deeper ties between sovereign wealth, AI, and crypto infrastructure.
#Binance #MGX #InstitutionalCrypto #UAE #CryptoFunding #Blockchain #SquareFeed
🔬 Decentralized Science (DeSci): How Blockchain is Funding the Future of Innovation 🚀🔗
Traditional scientific research is controlled by institutions, limited funding, and paywalled knowledge. But DeSci (Decentralized Science) is revolutionizing the system by using blockchain, crypto, and DAOs to democratize research funding, data sharing, and innovation.
🔹 How Blockchain Empowers Science
✅ Crowdfunded Research – Scientists can raise crypto funding without relying on grants.
✅ Open-Source Knowledge – Research is stored on public blockchains, eliminating paywalls.
✅ Tokenized Incentives – Scientists, developers, and contributors earn crypto rewards for participation.
✅ Tamper-Proof Data – Smart contracts ensure research integrity and transparency.
🔹 Top DeSci Projects Leading the Way
🔗 VitaDAO – Funds longevity research through a decentralized community.
🔗 LabDAO – Provides open-access scientific tools and funding for independent researchers.
🔗 Molecule – Tokenizes intellectual property (IP) rights, letting scientists own and sell their discoveries.
🔗 Ocean Protocol – Decentralizes scientific data storage and sharing for AI and research.
🔹 The Big Questions
⚠️ Can blockchain eliminate bias in research funding?
⚠️ Will DeSci disrupt the monopoly of academic publishers?
⚠️ How will regulations impact the rise of crypto-funded science?
🚀 The Future of Science Is Decentralized
DeSci is removing barriers, funding innovation, and making knowledge truly open-source. Will it become the standard for global scientific collaboration, or will traditional institutions fight back?
🔗 #DeSci #BlockchainForScience #CryptoFunding #FutureOfResearch
Traditional scientific research is controlled by institutions, limited funding, and paywalled knowledge. But DeSci (Decentralized Science) is revolutionizing the system by using blockchain, crypto, and DAOs to democratize research funding, data sharing, and innovation.
🔹 How Blockchain Empowers Science
✅ Crowdfunded Research – Scientists can raise crypto funding without relying on grants.
✅ Open-Source Knowledge – Research is stored on public blockchains, eliminating paywalls.
✅ Tokenized Incentives – Scientists, developers, and contributors earn crypto rewards for participation.
✅ Tamper-Proof Data – Smart contracts ensure research integrity and transparency.
🔹 Top DeSci Projects Leading the Way
🔗 VitaDAO – Funds longevity research through a decentralized community.
🔗 LabDAO – Provides open-access scientific tools and funding for independent researchers.
🔗 Molecule – Tokenizes intellectual property (IP) rights, letting scientists own and sell their discoveries.
🔗 Ocean Protocol – Decentralizes scientific data storage and sharing for AI and research.
🔹 The Big Questions
⚠️ Can blockchain eliminate bias in research funding?
⚠️ Will DeSci disrupt the monopoly of academic publishers?
⚠️ How will regulations impact the rise of crypto-funded science?
🚀 The Future of Science Is Decentralized
DeSci is removing barriers, funding innovation, and making knowledge truly open-source. Will it become the standard for global scientific collaboration, or will traditional institutions fight back?
🔗 #DeSci #BlockchainForScience #CryptoFunding #FutureOfResearch
Ripple отримала стратегічні інвестиції $500 млн від гігантів Уолл-стріт.
5 листопада 2025 року Ripple оголосила про залучення $500 млн стратегічних інвестицій за оцінки компанії в $40 млрд. Раунд очолили Fortress Investment Group та Citadel Securities, з участю Pantera Capital, Galaxy Digital, Brevan Howard та Marshall Wace. Це перше залучення капіталу з 2019 року, коли Ripple зібрала $200 млн за оцінки $10 млрд.
Кошти підуть на розширення продуктів: платежі, кастоді, стейблкоїн $RLUSD (капіталізація >$1 млрд), прайм-брокеридж та treasury-менеджмент. Ripple завершила шість придбань за >$4 млрд, включаючи Hidden Road ($1.25 млрд) та GTreasury ($1 млрд). CEO Бред Гарлінгхаус назвав це "вишенькою на торті" рекордного року: обсяг Ripple Payments >$95 млрд, інтеграція з Mastercard та Gemini.
Інвестиції сигналізують про довіру Уолл-стріт до інституційного крипто під дружньою адміністрацією Трампа та GENIUS Act. $XRP залишається ключовим для ліквідності.
#Ripple #xrp #CryptoFunding #WallStreetCrypto #RippleInvestment #CBDC #Stablecoins #MiningUpdates
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Monthly crypto funding is finally going up!
It’s still far below 2021 levels, but the recent increase shows private investors are putting more money into the market again.
#CryptoFunding #Funding
It’s still far below 2021 levels, but the recent increase shows private investors are putting more money into the market again.
#CryptoFunding #Funding
🚨$29M FOR STAKING LAYER
🔹Symbiotic raises $29M to launch a Universal Staking Framework backed by Pantera Capital & Cøinbase Ventures.
🔹100+ angels joined, incl. Aave, Polygon, StarkWare
🔹Supports any token to secure L1/L2, bridges, AI, ZK systems
🔹Used by 14 networks: Hyperlane, Spark, Avail & more
🔹Adds programmable security via decentralized validators
🔹Seen as “next step in blockchain infra” by Pantera
#Web3 #Staking #Symbiotic #DeFi #CryptoFunding $ETH
🔹Symbiotic raises $29M to launch a Universal Staking Framework backed by Pantera Capital & Cøinbase Ventures.
🔹100+ angels joined, incl. Aave, Polygon, StarkWare
🔹Supports any token to secure L1/L2, bridges, AI, ZK systems
🔹Used by 14 networks: Hyperlane, Spark, Avail & more
🔹Adds programmable security via decentralized validators
🔹Seen as “next step in blockchain infra” by Pantera
#Web3 #Staking #Symbiotic #DeFi #CryptoFunding $ETH
Morpho's $50M Funding: Advancing Decentralized Lending
Funding and Investment Highlights
• Morpho, a leading DeFi lending protocol on Ethereum and Base, has raised $50 million in a strategic funding round led by Ribbit Capital to accelerate its mission of decentralizing financial infrastructure and making it accessible as a public good.
• Announced in July 2024, this private token sale includes top investors like a16z crypto, Coinbase Ventures, Variant, Pantera, and Brevan Howard, building on Morpho's previous $18 million raise in 2022.
• With over $600 million in total value locked (TVL) and the MORPHO token trading at around $1.96 as of October 2025, this infusion positions Morpho to bridge DeFi with mainstream fintech for optimized borrowing and lending.
Morpho Protocol Overview
• Morpho operates as a non-custodial, permissionless lending protocol that enhances capital efficiency by overlaying peer-to-peer matching on established platforms like Aave and Compound.
• Launched in 2022 by Morpho Labs, it allows users to earn higher yields on deposits and borrow at lower rates while preserving liquidity and risk parameters, reducing intermediaries in overcollateralized crypto loans.
• The protocol's core innovation is Morpho Blue, a modular base layer where developers can create isolated markets with custom collateral, oracles, and interest models, preventing risk spillover across the ecosystem.
Strategic Expansion and Future Outlook
• By 2025, Morpho has expanded to networks like Sei and Cronos, integrating with Crypto.com for seamless access to millions of users in lending and borrowing wrapped assets.
• The round, finalized through a private MORPHO token sale, was spearheaded by Ribbit Capital—a fintech-focused investor behind successes like Coinbase, Robinhood, and Revolut—emphasizing Morpho's potential to fuse DeFi with global financial systems.
Investment and Strategic Goals
• Participants also included Kraken Ventures, Hack VC, IOSG, RockawayX, and over 40 others, providing not just capital but expertise in protocol decentralization and real-world integrations.
• Morpho did not disclose a valuation, but the funds aim to enhance governance through MORPHO staking, expand to new chains, and develop tools for tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) like equities and bonds.
Key Investors and Their Contributions
• Key Investors and Strategic ValueRibbit Capital's involvement connects Morpho to a network of fintech giants, enabling potential collaborations for hybrid lending products that blend on-chain efficiency with off-chain usability.
• a16z crypto and Coinbase Ventures bring Web3 expertise, while Pantera and Brevan Howard add institutional DeFi insights, supporting Morpho's goal of breaking out of niche crypto use cases into broader finance.
Technological Foundation and Leadership
• The funding aligns with Morpho's immutable, formally verified contracts—audited over 25 times—for secure, low-gas operations that minimize fees and maximize yields for lenders and borrowers.
• This marks a significant milestone for CEO Paul Frambot, who founded the project while still in college, evolving it from a simple optimizer to a foundational DeFi infrastructure.
Impact and Future Developments
• Impact on DeFi and Morpho's EcosystemThis capital injection strengthens Morpho's decentralization efforts, including community governance via MORPHO tokens, which enable voting on upgrades and parameters while rewarding long-term holders with protocol fees.
• With TVL surpassing $2 billion in early 2024 peaks, Morpho has become a go-to for optimized vaults that allocate across lending pairs for risk-managed returns.
• Recent expansions, like the October 2025 partnership with Cronos and Crypto.com, introduce borrowing/lending for wrapped assets, paving the way for institutional-grade DeFi on scalable chains.
Morpho's Vision for DeFi Lending
• By addressing inefficiencies in traditional lending—such as fragmented liquidity—Morpoh fosters a "universal lending network" where users create bespoke markets, from stablecoin yields to RWA collateral.
• In a market where DeFi lending TVL exceeds $100 billion, Morpho's focus on modularity and security positions it as a catalyst for mainstream adoption, potentially integrating with fintech apps for seamless crypto loans.
MORPHO Token and Market Performance
• MORPHO Token and Market OutlookMORPHO serves as the protocol's governance and utility token, with a circulating supply of about 523 million out of 1 billion total, powering incentives, staking, and network participation.
• As of late October 2025, it boasts a $1.02 billion market cap and daily trading volume around $1.59 million, reflecting steady growth amid DeFi's maturation.
Impact and Future Prospects
• The funding could catalyze further integrations, like Morpho-Aave-V3, expanding to multi-chain environments for higher APYs and lower borrow rates.
• Why This Matters for the Crypto CommunityMorpho's $50M raise underscores DeFi's shift toward sustainable, public-good infrastructure, moving beyond speculative yields to real utility in global finance.
• For traders and builders, it means more efficient markets with customizable risks, while institutions gain entry via partnerships like Crypto.com's embedded vaults.
• As Ethereum's lending evolves, Morpho exemplifies how optimization layers can democratize access to better rates, fostering innovation without compromising decentralization.
• Keep an eye on MORPHO for governance plays and explore the protocol at morpho.org to lend, borrow, or build your next DeFi project.
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