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According to relevant media reports, UpTop.meme was acquired by Baiya International Group Inc on September 26, 2025. This acquisition is expected to create new growth opportunities for UpTop.meme.UpTop.meme is a liquidity protocol built on BNB Chain, allowing users to unilaterally add BNB to liquidity pools to earn high yields and support community development. Following its acquisition by Baiya International Group Inc, the protocol is expected to further strengthen its competitiveness in the DeFi sector. As the DeFi market continues to evolve, liquidity protocols play an increasingly significant role within the cryptocurrency ecosystem. This acquisition not only provides UpTop.meme with additional resources, but also helps it maintain a leading position in the highly competitive DeFi market.As a key project within the BNB Chain ecosystem, the acquisition of UpTop.meme also reflects the sustained interest and strategic investment of traditional financial institutions in blockchain technology and the DeFi sector. The merger is expected to bring a more professional management team and broader development opportunities to the project, potentially driving innovation and advancement across the entire industry.

According to media reports, Share raised $5 million in funding on September 26, 2025. The investment was led by Coinbase Ventures, Collab+Currency, and PTC Crypto. Following this round, Share’s total cumulative funding has reached $5 million.Share is a mobile application focused on on-chain social trading. The platform enables users to share their trading activity, follow any wallet address, view real-time charts, and execute trades across multiple blockchain networks including Solana, Base, and Ethereum. As the cryptocurrency market continues to evolve, demand for social trading is rising. Share’s innovative model integrates social features with trading functionality, providing users with a more intuitive and interactive trading environment.This funding round features a strong lineup of investors. The participation of Coinbase Ventures, a leading industry investment firm, not only provides financial support to Share but also reflects growing market confidence in the social trading sector. The capital raised will enable Share to further enhance its product capabilities, expand its user base, and strengthen its position in the rapidly developing crypto social trading landscape.

According to relevant media reports, Divine secured $6 million in Seed round financing on September 25, 2025. The investment was led by Paradigm. Following this round, Divine's total funding has reached $6 million.Divine is an innovative lending platform focused on creating low-collateral loan processes for users lacking credit histories. In the current decentralized finance (DeFi) sector, most lending protocols require over-collateralization, presenting high barriers to entry for many users. Divine's solution aims to expand financial inclusion by providing accessible financial services and broadening DeFi's application scenarios and user base. As the DeFi industry continues to evolve, innovative projects like Divine are expected to play a significant role in enhancing financial inclusivity. This round of funding will enable Divine to further refine its product features, improve user experience, and accelerate market expansion.

According to media reports, RockSolid Network completed a $2.8 million Pre-Seed funding round on September 25, 2025. Participating investors include Castle Island, GSR, Rocket Pool, Kindred Ventures, Blockchain Builders Fund, and Stanford Blockchain Accelerator. Following this round, RockSolid Network’s total funding has reached $2.8 million.RockSolid Network is an Ethereum liquid staking protocol. Its flagship product, RockSolid ETH, is a Layer-2 liquid staking token (LST) built on the RocketPool protocol. The product integrates LST liquidity with higher yields than standard staking and low transaction fees, delivering enhanced staking services for users.As the Ethereum ecosystem continues to evolve, demand for liquid staking solutions is rising. RockSolid Network’s innovative approach offers an improved user experience and contributes to greater liquidity in the Ethereum staking market. This funding round will enable the team to further optimize product functionality, expand market share, and advance the development of decentralized staking services.

According to media reports, Elliptic completed its Strategic round of financing on September 24, 2025. The sole investor in this round was HSBC. Following this transaction, Elliptic’s total accumulated funding reached $90 million.Elliptic is a technology company specializing in blockchain risk management, providing technology-driven anti-money laundering compliance solutions for financial institutions and cryptocurrency businesses. Through its innovative technologies, the company enables clients to better manage blockchain-related risks and enhance their compliance capabilities.Elliptic has demonstrated steady growth throughout its fundraising history. The company secured $2 million in July 2014, followed by successive rounds: a $5 million Series A in March 2016, a $23 million Series B in September 2019, and a $60 million Series C in October 2021. This latest strategic investment from HSBC highlights the increasing importance traditional financial institutions place on blockchain compliance technologies and reflects the rising compliance demands within the cryptocurrency sector.Amid tightening global cryptocurrency regulations, Elliptic’s solutions play a critical role in promoting industry-wide compliance. The new financing will further strengthen the company’s technological leadership in blockchain analytics and risk management, supporting the healthy development of the cryptocurrency industry.

According to media reports, Neura AI completed a new round of financing on September 24, 2025. The round was led by MH Ventures and IBC Group, with participation from Mario Nawfal, renowned musician Ne-Yo, and Kinetic Kollective, among other entities.Neura AI is a blockchain platform designed specifically for AI developers, providing decentralized GPU resources, encrypted crowdfunding, and on-chain AI computation services. Built on Cosmos SDK with EVM compatibility, the project enables a deep integration of cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and Web3 technologies. Amid rapidly increasing demand for AI infrastructure, Neura AI’s solutions offer a more cost-effective option for training and deploying AI models.Notably, this funding round received support from both traditional technology investment firms and well-known artists, reflecting positive market sentiment toward decentralized solutions for AI infrastructure. As artificial intelligence technology advances, demand for decentralized GPU computing resources is expected to continue growing, positioning Neura AI as a key player in this sector.

According to industry reports, Bastion completed a $14.6 million funding round on September 24, 2025. This round attracted participation from prominent institutions including Coinbase Ventures, Andreessen Horowitz, Hashed, Sony Financial Ventures, and Samsung Venture Investment Corp. Following this transaction, Bastion’s total cumulative funding has reached $39.6 million.Bastion is a technology company dedicated to delivering next-generation on-chain and off-chain product solutions for enterprises. Leveraging robust APIs and a cutting-edge technology stack, Bastion provides compliant white-label services such as custodial wallets, smart trade routing, and data analytics, enabling organizations to seamlessly integrate Web3 infrastructure into existing systems. Notably, prior to this round, Bastion secured $25 million in seed funding in September 2023, underscoring sustained investor confidence in its growth prospects.Amid the ongoing evolution of Web3 infrastructure, Bastion’s solutions empower traditional enterprises to better meet the demands of digital transformation. With the completion of this latest funding round, Bastion plans to further strengthen its technology development, expand market share, and deliver secure, convenient blockchain infrastructure services to a broader range of corporate clients.

According to industry sources, digital currency infrastructure provider Stablecorp raised $3.6 million in a Strategic funding round on September 24, 2025. The round was led by FTP Ventures. Following this transaction, Stablecorp’s total cumulative fundraising has reached $6.9 million.Stablecorp specializes in on-chain foreign exchange, payments, tokenization, and supply chain finance. Through its proprietary QCAD Digital Dollar and Grapes Digital Money API, Stablecorp has developed a highly interconnected infrastructure suite supporting diverse financial application scenarios.Notably, Stablecorp has demonstrated robust growth in recent years. The company completed a $1.5 million Pre-A round in April 2022, followed by a $1.8 million funding round in May 2025. This latest Strategic investment underscores continued investor confidence in Stablecorp’s outlook. As digital payments and financial infrastructure continue to evolve, Stablecorp’s solutions are positioned to drive financial innovation and enhance payment efficiency.

According to industry reports, Belfort, a developer of cryptographic computing solutions, completed a $6 million Seed funding round on September 24, 2025. The round was led by Anagram, Credibly Neutral, and Inovia Capital, with participation from Naval Ravikant, Vsquared Ventures, Protocol VC, Syndicate One, Prototype, and Google Senior Researcher Jeff Dean, among others. Following this investment, Belfort's total funding has reached $6 million.Belfort specializes in the development of hardware for cryptographic computing, with its core product being a hardware accelerator designed specifically for encrypted data processing. This technology enables direct computation on encrypted data, effectively preventing servers, cloud service providers, or privileged internal personnel from accessing sensitive information. Amid growing concerns over data security and privacy protection, Belfort’s solution is of significant importance. As global digital transformation accelerates, demand for robust data security continues to rise. Belfort’s technological innovation is expected to find broad applications in sectors such as finance, healthcare, and government, where data protection is paramount. The proceeds from this funding round will support Belfort in advancing product development, expanding market share, and driving the industrial adoption of cryptographic computing technology.

According to industry reports, BULK completed an $8 million Seed funding round on September 24, 2025. The round saw participation from institutional investors including 6th Man Ventures, Robot Ventures, Wintermute, Mirana Ventures, Big Brain Holdings, and Chapter One. Notable individual investors included Anatoly Yakovenko, Co-founder of Solana. Following this round, BULK’s total funding has reached $8 million.BULK is a fully verifiable, low-latency on-chain Central Limit Order Book (CLOB) protocol. Against the backdrop of rapid advancements in decentralized trading infrastructure, BULK aims to deliver a more efficient and transparent trading experience. Leveraging an innovative technical architecture, the protocol significantly reduces transaction latency while maintaining robust security, offering users a trading experience comparable to traditional centralized exchanges. This funding will enable BULK to further enhance its product capabilities, strengthen its market position, and contribute to the development of the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem.

According to media reports, Melee raised $3.5 million in a Pre-Seed funding round on September 24, 2025. Investors in this round include Variant Fund and DBA, among others. Following this round, Melee’s total cumulative funding has reached $3.5 million.Melee is a prediction market platform built on the Solana public blockchain, enabling users to create prediction markets on any topic. As an innovative financial instrument, prediction markets aggregate collective intelligence to forecast the outcomes of future events, and have gained increasing attention in recent years. With the advancement of blockchain technology, decentralized prediction market platforms are able to offer users a more transparent, fair, and efficient environment for predictive trading.This funding round reflects investor confidence in the future development of decentralized prediction markets. As a project within the Solana ecosystem, Melee is positioned to leverage Solana’s high performance and low transaction costs to deliver an enhanced prediction market experience for users. The proceeds from this round will be used for product development, market expansion, and ecosystem building, further advancing the application and growth of prediction markets in the blockchain sector.

According to media reports, Fnality completed a $136 million Series C funding round on September 23, 2025. The round saw participation from institutions including Temasek, WisdomTree, Citi, Tradeweb Markets, Bank of America, and KBC Group. Following this round, Fnality’s total funding has reached $294.2 million.Fnality originated as a research initiative exploring how distributed ledger technology (DLT) could transform financial markets. The project was launched by a consortium of financial institutions interested in leveraging blockchain and DLT to settle securities transactions through the tokenization of cash assets. Known as the Utility Settlement Coin (USC) project, its primary objective is to create a peer-to-peer digital cash asset to enable final settlement of tokenized transactions.Fnality has demonstrated steady growth over recent years. After securing $63.2 million in Series A funding in June 2019 and raising $95 million in Series B funding in November 2023, this latest round further affirms market confidence in its technology and development prospects. As a key innovator in financial infrastructure, Fnality is driving transformative change in traditional financial markets and advancing the modernization of digital payment and settlement systems.

According to media reports, Coop Records completed a $4.5 million seed funding round on September 23, 2025. Investors participating in this round include 1kx, Nascent, Coinbase Ventures, 1confirmation, Variant Fund, Mask Network, PTC Crypto, Infinite Capital, Scenius Capital, and Noise. With this financing, Coop Records' total funding has reached $4.5 million.Coop Records is a blockchain-based music label established in August 2023. Since its inception, the company has signed over 150 artists and released more than 600 music works. The platform utilizes ETH for music purchases and distributes proceeds to artists in real time. Through blockchain technology, fans, collectors, and artists share in the overall growth of the label. Holders of COOP tokens can participate in governance by voting on which songs are released as tokens on the platform, and can stake song tokens to earn additional collective ownership rewards.This funding round reflects investor confidence in the blockchain transformation of the music industry and demonstrates the growth potential of decentralized music platforms. Coop Records' innovative model introduces new business opportunities to the music sector and offers more direct and transparent engagement for artists and fans. As the Web3 music industry continues to evolve, Coop Records is positioned to play a significant role in the future digital music market.

According to media reports, Cloudburst completed a $7 million Series A funding round on September 23, 2025. Investors in this round include Borderless Capital, Coinbase Ventures, CoinFund, Strategic Cyber Ventures, Bloccelerate, and In-Q-Tel. Following this round, Cloudburst’s total funding has reached $10 million.Cloudburst Technologies is a technology company specializing in real-time monitoring of the cryptocurrency market and cyber threat intelligence. The company’s solutions enable real-time tracking of cryptocurrency fraud and precise identification of responsible parties. Its products serve public sector agencies, the Web3 ecosystem, and traditional financial institutions. Notably, Cloudburst’s unique suite of tools allows investigators to trace and identify participants in crypto fraud schemes without relying on anonymous wallet addresses.Regarding its fundraising history, Cloudburst raised $3 million in a seed round in May 2023. As the cryptocurrency industry continues to grow rapidly, the demand for cybersecurity and anti-fraud solutions is increasing. Cloudburst’s real-time monitoring solutions hold significant value in the market. This latest funding will help the company further strengthen product development, expand its market share, and contribute to building a more secure cryptocurrency ecosystem.

According to media reports, SegaSwap raised $10 million in a Seed funding round on September 23, 2025. Investors in this round included Sonic and 10K Ventures, among others. Following this round, SegaSwap’s total funding reached $10 million, with its latest valuation also at $10 million.SegaSwap is a decentralized exchange built on the Solana blockchain, offering users an automated market maker mechanism to facilitate liquidity provision and price discovery. The platform enables users to earn trading fees by providing liquidity. With the rapid development of decentralized finance (DeFi), Solana-based DeFi projects are attracting increasing investor interest. Solana’s high performance and low transaction fees continue to draw developers and users to the ecosystem. This latest funding will help SegaSwap further enhance its product features, improve user experience, and expand its market share. Amid the highly competitive DeFi landscape, SegaSwap’s innovative model and technological strengths are expected to create additional growth opportunities.

According to media reports, Synthesys raised $11 million in funding on September 23, 2025. The investment was provided by Mark Pui. Following this round, Synthesys's total funding has reached $11 million.Synthesys is an institutional-focused Web3 liquidity layer project that enables unified liquidity across multiple jurisdictions and distribution channels, offering compliant tokenized capital market solutions with blockchain interoperability. The project aims to address the current challenges of fragmented institutional liquidity and insufficient compliance in the digital asset market. Against the backdrop of rapid growth in the Web3 sector, Synthesys's solution is of significant importance. Its innovative liquidity aggregation approach is expected to provide institutional investors with a more convenient and secure environment for digital asset transactions.This funding will further support Synthesys’s technology development and market expansion, helping the project establish a stronger competitive advantage in the institutional digital asset services sector. As the digital asset market continues to mature, demand for professional and compliant institutional services is rising, positioning Synthesys to play an important role in this evolving landscape.

According to media reports, zerohash completed a $104 million Series D funding round on September 23, 2025. The round saw participation from Morgan Stanley, Apollo Global Management, Interactive Brokers, and SoFi. To date, zerohash’s total financing has reached $224 million.zerohash is a B2B2C embedded infrastructure platform focused on enabling various platforms to seamlessly integrate digital asset services into their customer experiences. The company provides diversified services—including digital asset trading and custody, cryptocurrency rewards programs, and staking rewards—for neobanks, brokerages, and payment institutions. Through zerohash’s all-in-one solution, clients can concentrate on business development without being burdened by backend complexities or regulatory licensing concerns.Reviewing zerohash’s growth trajectory, the company has consistently attracted capital market interest since its seed round in 2016. It raised $15 million in a Series B round in 2018, completed a Series C round in 2020, and secured $105 million in funding in 2022. The successful completion of this latest round not only demonstrates investor confidence in zerohash’s business model but also highlights the significant potential of the digital asset infrastructure services market. This funding will further solidify zerohash’s leadership in digital asset infrastructure and accelerate the integration of digital asset services among traditional financial institutions.

According to media reports, Raiku raised $11.25 million in its Seed funding round on September 23, 2025. Investors in this round include Pantera Capital, HashKey Capital, Jump Crypto, and Lightspeed China Partners, among others. Following this round, Raiku’s total funding has reached $13.5 million.Raiku is a coordination layer focused on enhancing the core functionality of Solana by enabling seamless collaboration between applications, operators, and the Layer 1 network to improve overall network performance. The project decouples the block-building process, allowing developers to concentrate on specialized feature development, creating new revenue opportunities for validators, and delivering richer experiences for applications. Additionally, its transparent transaction ordering mechanism strengthens network fairness and optimizes incentive structures for all participants.It is noteworthy that prior to this round, Raiku had completed a $2.25 million Pre-Seed round on the same day. This series of financings indicates that investment institutions hold a positive outlook toward solutions aimed at optimizing and expanding the Solana ecosystem. As blockchain technology continues to evolve, projects like Raiku—dedicated to improving underlying performance and user experience—are expected to play a significant role in the industry’s development.

According to media reports, GaiAI completed a $5 million funding round on September 23, 2025. The round saw participation from Adelson Ventures, Lynch Crypto Partners, MAVS, Heemin Capital, and Advokate Limited. With this round, GaiAI’s total cumulative funding has reached $5 million.GaiAI is a decentralized creative AI agent platform focused on establishing a new paradigm for on-chain visual creation, rights attribution, and revenue sharing. On the GaiAI platform, every image is treated as an asset, every invocation represents a collaboration, and every share generates income. As AI creative tools advance and blockchain technology matures, demand for decentralized AI creation platforms continues to rise. GaiAI’s innovative model addresses rights attribution challenges faced by traditional AI creation platforms and introduces new revenue streams for creators.This funding will enable GaiAI to further enhance product features, expand market share, and drive the development of the decentralized AI creation ecosystem. With the rapid growth of the digital creative industry, GaiAI is positioned to exert greater influence in the AI creation and blockchain sectors, providing global creators with improved creative environments and enhanced earning opportunities.

According to industry reports, USD.ai completed a $4 million funding round on September 22, 2025, with Bullish serving as the lead investor. This brings USD.ai’s total funding to $17 million to date.USD.ai is an innovative fintech initiative focused on developing yield-generating synthetic stablecoins backed by computing resources, AI hardware, and network node support. The platform addresses liquidity gaps by financing decentralized infrastructure assets such as GPUs and communication towers. Transactions on the platform are conducted using the $USDAI token, which offers stable returns through asset backing.In terms of project milestones, USD.ai launched its mainnet in June 2025 and held its public release on August 20. Prior to this, the project completed a $13 million Series A funding round on August 14. Notably, in early September, USD.ai announced an increase in its deposit cap to $160 million, reflecting robust market demand and investor confidence.This latest funding round will further drive USD.ai’s technological innovation and market expansion, with potential to deliver significant advancements in the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector. As demand for AI infrastructure continues to rise, USD.ai’s asset-backed stablecoin model is expected to play a pivotal role in bridging traditional infrastructure investment with the digital asset space.

According to industry media reports, Stable completed its Strategic round of financing on September 22, 2025. The investment for this round was provided by PayPal Ventures. To date, Stable has raised a total of $28 million.Stable is a Layer 1 blockchain project launched by leading exchanges Bitfinex and Tether. It features native support for USDT as gas, enabling free peer-to-peer USDT transfers. The project introduces several innovative capabilities, including direct deployment of smart contracts on stablecoins, a gas-free user experience for applications, integrated native fiat on-ramps, seamless cross-chain transfers via USDT0, a bridge-free architecture, and prioritized execution channels.It is noteworthy that Stable has experienced rapid development throughout 2025. Following the release of its product roadmap in early July, the project closed a $28 million seed round at the end of July and subsequently secured strategic investment from PayPal's venture arm in September. This series of financing events indicates that traditional financial institutions are increasingly engaging in blockchain infrastructure development and reflects market recognition of innovative solutions built around stablecoins.

According to industry sources, Shield secured $5 million in seed funding on September 22, 2025. The round was led by a16z CSX, Coinbase, Factor Capital, Giant Ventures, and Bank of America, among others. Following this round, Shield's total funding to date amounts to $5 million.Shield is a crypto banking service provider specializing in cryptocurrency-based cross-border transaction services for importers and exporters, as well as offering compliance screening solutions. With the ongoing expansion of global trade and accelerated digital transformation, traditional cross-border payments face significant challenges such as low efficiency and high costs. By integrating cryptocurrency technology with traditional financial services, Shield delivers a more efficient and secure payment solution for international trade.Notably, this funding round attracted support from prominent venture capital firm a16z CSX, leading cryptocurrency industry player Coinbase, and traditional financial giant Bank of America. This demonstrates increasing recognition and confidence from traditional financial institutions in the cryptocurrency payments sector. The proceeds will enable Shield to further enhance its product capabilities, expand market share, and continue to strengthen its compliance framework, providing higher-quality financial services for global cross-border trade.

According to media reports, Nucleus was acquired by Paxos on September 19, 2025. Previously, Nucleus had raised a total of $4.8 million in funding.Nucleus is an innovative project focused on network yield provision, aiming to fundamentally transform user interaction with network ecosystems by embedding yield generation at the network layer. The project enables networks—including Layer 2 scaling solutions and application-specific chains—to establish new yield-generation mechanisms at the ecosystem’s foundational level. Users can simply bridge assets into the network to automatically receive default yields in multiple assets, while retaining the flexibility to explore various unique applications within the network ecosystem.Key fundraising events indicate that Nucleus secured $4.8 million in funding in August 2024 and was subsequently acquired by Paxos in September 2025. This acquisition will support Paxos in expanding its presence in DeFi yield management, while also providing broader application scenarios and growth opportunities for Nucleus’s technological innovations. The transaction underscores the ongoing interest of traditional fintech companies in DeFi infrastructure and highlights the importance of yield aggregation and management within the future digital asset ecosystem.

According to industry sources, Bitlight Labs completed a $9.6 million Pre-A financing round on September 19, 2025. This round saw participation from institutions including Amber Group, Fundamental Labs, Signum Capital, Taisu Ventures, ArkStream Capital, Gate Ventures, HV Capital, Outliers Fund, Sidedoor Ventures, and United Overseas Bank. Following this transaction, Bitlight Labs’ total funding has reached $9.6 million.Bitlight Labs is a company focused on developing RGB protocol infrastructure, primarily deploying multiple applications on the Lightning Network with a strong emphasis on implementing trading infrastructure for RGB20 tokens. The project has demonstrated robust growth momentum, achieving several significant milestones shortly after this funding round. Notably, its native token LIGHT was listed on major exchanges within days, with both spot and derivatives trading pairs launched.Reviewing its funding history, Bitlight Labs completed its seed round in February 2024 and has now closed its Pre-A round in September 2025, reflecting a steady pace of development. As the Bitcoin ecosystem continues to evolve, the RGB protocol is garnering increasing market attention as a smart contract solution for the Bitcoin network. Bitlight Labs’ dedicated efforts in this area are expected to bring more innovative use cases to the Bitcoin ecosystem and drive technological advancement across the industry.

According to media reports, GRVT completed a $19 million Series A funding round on September 18, 2025. Investors in this round include zkSync, EigenCloud, Further Ventures, and 500 Global. Following this round, GRVT’s total funding has reached $28.3 million.GRVT (Gravity) is an institutional-grade, trustless trading infrastructure for cryptocurrencies. Developed by professionals from the technology and financial markets sectors, the platform offers institutional traders a fully private, compliant (including KYC and AML), and self-custodial trading venue.Notably, GRVT has maintained a steady pace of fundraising since 2022. The project raised $2.1 million in its initial pre-seed round, followed by a $5 million seed round in September 2023, and a $2.2 million strategic round in March 2024, demonstrating strong growth momentum. Following the product roadmap update released in August 2025, the project is scheduled to conduct its Token Generation Event (TGE) in the first quarter of 2026, with community rewards accounting for 20% of the total token supply. This series of initiatives highlights the project’s innovative strength and long-term development potential in the field of institutional-grade crypto trading infrastructure.

According to industry reports, Titan completed a $7 million Seed funding round on September 18, 2025. Investors in this round included Galaxy Ventures, Mirana Ventures, QuickNode, Auros, MonkeDAO, Susquehanna International Group, Frictionless Capital, Vamient.xyz, Ergonia, and Beluga. With this latest round, Titan’s total funding has reached $10.5 million.Titan is a DEX aggregator built on the Solana blockchain, focused on optimizing liquidity, enhancing user experience, and strengthening security. As the DeFi market continues to expand, DEX aggregators play an increasingly critical role in boosting market liquidity and improving trading efficiency. As an emerging DEX aggregation platform, Titan is committed to delivering a superior and more secure trading experience for users.Notably, Titan has completed two funding rounds within the past year. Prior to this Seed round, the project raised $3.5 million in a Pre-Seed round in September 2024. The continued interest from institutional investors underscores market recognition of Titan’s development prospects. Proceeds from this round will primarily be allocated to technology R&D, product optimization, and market expansion, which are expected to further enhance Titan’s competitiveness within the Solana ecosystem.

According to media reports, Aster completed a new round of financing on September 18, 2025, raising its valuation to $200 million.Aster is a next-generation decentralized perpetual contract trading platform designed for all users, aiming to deliver a seamless, robust, and truly decentralized on-chain derivatives trading experience. The platform leverages innovative features such as one-click trading, intelligent automation, and deep on-chain liquidity to redefine how DeFi should operate—simple, efficient, and user-centric.Public information indicates that Aster has achieved significant milestones over the past year. In September 2024, the project completed a community funding round; in November 2024, it secured strategic financing. In March 2025, DeFi protocols Astherus and APX announced a brand consolidation and rebranded as "Aster." Subsequently, in September 2025, Aster officially launched trading and listed the ASTER/USDT perpetual contract pair on major exchanges.Against the backdrop of rapid growth in the DeFi derivatives trading market, Aster’s innovative model and user-friendly design are expected to inject new vitality and opportunities into the market, further advancing the development of decentralized derivatives trading.

According to industry media reports, decentralized perpetual contract trading platform Aster completed a new round of private financing on September 18, 2025. Following this round, Aster’s latest valuation reached $100 million.Aster is a next-generation decentralized perpetual contract trading platform designed for all users, aiming to deliver a seamless, robust, and truly decentralized on-chain derivatives trading experience. Through innovative features such as one-click trading, intelligent automation, and deep on-chain liquidity, the platform is redefining how DeFi should operate—simple, efficient, and user-centric.Public information indicates that Aster has experienced rapid growth over the past year. The platform completed a community round of financing in September 2024 and secured strategic funding in November of the same year. In March 2025, DeFi protocols Astherus and APX announced a brand consolidation and rebranded as “Aster.” Notably, in September 2025, the Aster token was officially listed for trading, followed by major exchanges announcing the launch of ASTER-USDT perpetual contracts, reflecting strong market recognition and confidence in the project.Against the backdrop of rapid growth in DeFi derivatives trading, Aster’s innovative model is expected to deliver a superior trading experience and further drive the development of decentralized derivatives markets.

According to industry reports, SEON completed an $80 million Series C funding round on September 18, 2025. The round was co-led by IVP, Creandum, Sixth Street Growth, Firebolt, and Hearst. Following this transaction, SEON's total funding has reached $80 million.SEON is a technology company specializing in fraud prevention and AML compliance, providing risk management solutions to thousands of enterprises worldwide. By leveraging extensive customer profile data, the platform enables companies to make more informed risk decisions, effectively mitigating fraud risks while supporting business growth. In recent years, the rapid development of the digital economy has led to increasingly diverse and complex forms of online fraud and financial crime, raising the bar for corporate risk management capabilities. SEON’s solutions address the need for efficient risk control without hindering normal business operations, offering a strong competitive edge in the market.This funding round will further accelerate SEON’s global expansion, enhance product development and technological innovation, and enable the company to deliver advanced risk management solutions to more enterprises. As digital transformation deepens across industries, SEON is poised to play an increasingly significant role in fraud prevention and compliance management.

According to media reports, Mavryk Network raised $10 million in funding on September 17, 2025, with MultiBank as the lead investor. This brings the project’s total cumulative funding to $15.2 million.Mavryk Network is a non-custodial RWA tokenization platform featuring on-chain protocol vaults and liquidity mining capabilities. The platform has developed a new RWA token standard and several decentralized exchanges (DEXs) for non-custodial trading and lending. Notably, following this funding round, Mavryk Network has made rapid progress in several key business areas. On September 23, 2025, the project launched the asset tokenization MRC-30 standard, and its native token MVRK began trading on major exchanges as of September 18, 2025.Reviewing its development trajectory, Mavryk Network completed a $5.2 million funding round in February 2025. The latest $10 million investment reflects investor confidence in its technological innovation and market potential. As the migration of traditional assets to blockchain accelerates, Mavryk Network’s efforts in RWA tokenization are poised to deliver new opportunities and innovative solutions to the financial markets.

According to media reports, Kredete secured $22 million in Series A funding on September 17, 2025. Investors in this round include Polymorphic Capital, Partech, and AfricInvest. With this latest round, Kredete's total funding has reached $24.25 million.Kredete is a financial platform focused on empowering African immigrants, helping users build credit histories and providing low-cost cross-border remittance services through innovative financial solutions. The platform leverages stablecoin technology to reduce transfer fees to below $1, offering a significant advantage over traditional remittance services. Since its inception, Kredete has demonstrated strong growth momentum; it previously completed a $2.25 million seed round in August 2024, highlighting its promising development prospects.Amid rising global demand for cross-border payments, Kredete's innovative solutions offer African immigrants more convenient and cost-effective financial services. This round of funding will further drive the company's technological innovation and market expansion, and is expected to enhance financial inclusion for its target demographic.

According to relevant media reports, BIO Protocol raised $6.9 million in its Seed funding round on September 17, 2025. Investors in this round included Maelstrom Capital, Mechanism Capital, Animoca Brands, Zee Prime Capital, Mirana Ventures, Foresight Ventures, Big Brain Holdings, and Panga Capital. Following this round, BIO Protocol’s total funding reached $17.86 million.BIO Protocol is a financial layer protocol focused on DeSci (decentralized science), aiming to accelerate the flow of capital and talent into on-chain scientific research. Through the protocol, bioDAO can raise funds via auction contracts, with proceeds directed to research initiatives, intellectual property assets, and other biotechnology organizations.Notably, BIO Protocol has experienced rapid growth since the second half of 2024. The project completed several financing rounds, including two public offerings in August and November 2024 that raised $6.22 million and $4.74 million, respectively. In January 2025, the BIO token was listed on multiple major exchanges and is issued exclusively on the Ethereum mainnet. In April 2025, the project launched Bio V1—a protocol upgrade featuring a new Launchpad—to further enhance platform functionality. Recently, the team also proposed a plan for linear unlocking of team and advisor tokens, underscoring its commitment to long-term development.As biotechnology and blockchain technology become increasingly integrated, the development of BIO Protocol is expected to create new opportunities within the DeSci sector and promote more efficient allocation of research funding as well as accelerated technological innovation.

According to relevant media reports, Superform completed a $1.4 million Community funding round on September 17, 2025. This round saw participation from institutions including Polymer Pals and Tea Club. Following this round, Superform’s total cumulative funding reached $10.4 million.Superform is a non-custodial yield marketplace platform focused on aggregating liquidity pools, routing assets, and executing cross-chain transactions within the EVM ecosystem. As an instant distribution platform for ERC-4626 vaults, Superform enables users to access yield opportunities across any chain through a single transaction. Users can deposit or withdraw any asset with sufficient DEX liquidity via the Superform protocol. In addition, the platform integrates liquidity pools from protocols such as mStable, Yearn, and Maple, offering users a unified yield management interface.Reviewing Superform’s development trajectory, the project has completed multiple funding rounds over the past year. Prior to this Community round, the project secured a $3 million strategic round in December 2024 and a $6 million seed round in February 2024. This series of financings reflects sustained investor confidence in the cross-chain yield aggregation sector and highlights Superform’s significant role in advancing DeFi infrastructure. As the DeFi ecosystem continues to evolve, cross-chain yield aggregation platforms like Superform are expected to play an increasingly important role in enhancing capital efficiency and user experience.

According to media reports, Turing Capital Brokerage secured $27.8 million in merger and acquisition financing on September 16, 2025. Keyrock served as the investor in this round. Following this transaction, Turing Capital Brokerage’s total cumulative financing has reached $27.8 million.Turing Capital Brokerage (TCB) is a brokerage firm licensed by the Bank of Spain and holds a Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) license, which provides a regulatory framework for crypto-assets, issuers, and service providers across the European Union. This development signifies a deeper involvement of traditional financial institutions in the digital asset sector and reflects the ongoing trend toward the standardization and compliance of the cryptocurrency market.Notably, prior to this acquisition by Keyrock, Turing Capital Brokerage was acquired by LTP on March 20, 2025. This series of M&A activities demonstrates that, as the cryptocurrency market continues to mature, digital asset service providers with regulatory licenses are attracting increasing interest from institutional investors. The current acquisition is expected to facilitate the integration of both parties’ resources and further enhance competitiveness in the European digital asset market.

According to industry sources, Stablecore completed a $20 million funding round on September 16, 2025. Investors in this round included Coinbase Ventures, Norwest Venture Partners, Curql, and BankTech Ventures. Following this round, Stablecore’s total funding has reached $20 million.Stablecore provides digital asset solutions for banks, focusing on stablecoins, tokenized deposits, and digital asset product services for community banks, regional banks, and credit unions. As traditional financial institutions increasingly adopt digital assets, Stablecore’s offerings help these organizations better meet their clients’ demands for digital asset products. This latest funding also reflects the confidence and support of traditional investment institutions in the development of digital asset infrastructure, with expectations that more traditional financial institutions will enter the digital asset space using similar solutions. The proceeds from this round will further drive Stablecore’s product development and market expansion, enabling it to deliver digital asset services to a broader range of financial institutions.Notably, the participation of Coinbase Ventures—the investment arm of a major exchange—demonstrates strong institutional optimism toward digital asset services for banks. This also indicates that the boundaries between traditional finance and digital assets are becoming increasingly blurred, and integration between the two sectors is accelerating.

According to relevant media reports, Epoch Protocol completed a $1.2 million seed funding round on September 16, 2025. The round saw participation from Safe, L2 Iterative Ventures, LongHash Ventures, Alphemy Capital, and @bnbhargava, among others. To date, Epoch Protocol's total funding has reached $1.2 million.Epoch Protocol is an innovative Web3 trading platform dedicated to transforming blockchain transaction processes. The protocol offers a unified automated platform that supports transaction automation, scheduled execution, batch processing, and chained operations. Users can automate secure Web3 components based on on-chain events, off-chain triggers, or time-sensitive actions. Notably, Epoch Protocol employs a fully pluggable architecture, enabling decentralized applications (dApps) and various protocols to seamlessly integrate with its infrastructure.As the Web3 ecosystem continues to evolve, demand for automated trading and intelligent operations is rising. Epoch Protocol's solution effectively addresses these market needs, delivering a more efficient and flexible blockchain trading experience. This funding round will support Epoch Protocol in further enhancing its product capabilities, expanding its market share, and advancing innovation in Web3 infrastructure.

According to media reports, Senpi secured $4 million in seed funding on September 16, 2025. Investors in this round include Coinbase Ventures and Lemniscap, among others. Following this round, Senpi’s total funding reached $4 million.Senpi is an AI-powered autonomous trading platform that provides users with on-chain trading guidance and recommendations. Dubbed the "On-chain GPT," the platform integrates multiple functions such as mentorship, advisory, and trading assistant services. It helps users explore the on-chain ecosystem, identify investment opportunities, and execute automated trades, thereby gaining a competitive edge in the market.Amid the rapid development of the cryptocurrency market, the convergence of AI and blockchain technologies is emerging as a new trend. This funding round reflects institutional confidence in AI-driven on-chain trading tools. As an emerging AI trading platform, Senpi is expected to introduce new possibilities for on-chain trading and accelerate the intelligent and automated evolution of cryptocurrency transactions. Investment from prominent institutions such as Coinbase Ventures not only provides Senpi with capital support but also brings strategic value for its future growth.

According to relevant media reports, MoonPay acquired Meso on September 15, 2025. Prior to the acquisition, Meso had raised a total of $9.5 million in cumulative funding.Meso is a technology company specializing in payment infrastructure, with its core product being an SDK that delivers seamless on-chain and off-chain solutions for applications, helping to enhance user retention and conversion rates. Through Meso’s technology, users can access their bank accounts with one click in any dapp or wallet integrated with the service, enabling rapid deposits and convenient withdrawals.Historical fundraising records show that Meso completed a $9.5 million seed round on May 12, 2023. The acquisition by MoonPay is expected to further expand Meso’s business scale and provide more users with convenient crypto payment services. This acquisition also reflects the accelerating consolidation in the crypto payment infrastructure sector, as major payment institutions increasingly pursue mergers and acquisitions to strengthen their technological capabilities and market presence.

According to industry sources, Helius Medical Technologies secured $500 million in post-IPO financing on September 15, 2025. Investors in this round include Pantera Capital and Summer Capital, among others. Following this transaction, Helius Medical Technologies' total accumulated funding has reached $500 million.Helius Medical Technologies is a leading company in the neurotechnology sector, specializing in the development of medical devices. The company is focused on creating non-implantable platform technologies aimed at treating neurological disorders, enhancing the brain’s compensatory capabilities, and promoting neuroplasticity to improve the quality of life for patients with neurological conditions. In addition, the company announced the establishment of the SOL fund to further expand its business footprint.This financing round underscores continued investor confidence in the neurotechnology sector. With an aging population and rising incidence of neurological diseases, demand for neuro-medical technology is steadily increasing. Leveraging its innovative non-implantable technology solutions, Helius Medical Technologies occupies a significant position in the industry. The new capital will accelerate the company’s research and development efforts, expand its market share, and provide high-quality treatment solutions for more patients with neurological disorders.

According to relevant media reports, Runesoul secured $4 million in strategic funding on September 12, 2025. The round was led by Accelbyte Fund, Bitgo Capital, and IGC Union, among others. With this latest financing, Runesoul's total funding has reached $5 million.Runesoul is a highly flexible ARPG that allows players to control heroes in real time within a meticulously crafted game world. The game’s expansive open-world gameplay and immersive experience have attracted significant investor attention. In its funding history, Runesoul completed a $1 million seed round in November 2024. This strategic round further demonstrates the market’s recognition of high-quality game content.In the current gaming market, innovative and highly flexible ARPGs are gaining widespread popularity among players. The proceeds from this strategic round will be used not only for game development and content optimization but also to support Runesoul’s global expansion. As the gaming industry moves toward greater refinement and specialization, projects like Runesoul that emphasize player experience and innovation are poised for increased growth opportunities.

According to industry sources, Minidoge completed its Strategic round of financing on September 11, 2025. The round was led by Mini Lab.Minidoge is a structured meme project built on the BSC public blockchain ecosystem. The project aims to break away from the traditional meme speculation narrative by creating a new Web3 paradigm that integrates DeFi financial incentives, a DePIN physical computing power network, and an AI public chain intelligent engine. By linking community sentiment with real-world value, Minidoge is driving the evolution of memes from mere "emoticons" to "productivity tools," building a sustainable ecosystem incentive system and a globally participatory growth model.As the Web3 and cryptocurrency markets continue to develop, meme projects are also seeking more substantive innovation and breakthroughs. Minidoge's structured design concept is expected to offer new directions for traditional meme projects and provide greater possibilities for the entire sector. The completion of this strategic financing indicates investor confidence in Minidoge’s innovative approach within the meme sector, which will further support the project's ecosystem development and promote the professionalization and value-driven advancement of the meme economy.

According to industry sources, Forward Industries secured $1.65 billion in post-IPO financing on September 11, 2025. Investors in this round include Galaxy Digital, Multicoin Capital, Jump Crypto, Kyle Samani, and C/M Capital Partners. Following this financing, Forward Industries’ total cumulative funding reached $1.65 billion.Forward Industries (NASDAQ: FORD) is an innovative company specializing in providing leading global enterprises with end-to-end product design, manufacturing, sourcing, and distribution services—from conceptual design to global supply chain logistics. Notably, Forward Industries is undergoing a strategic transformation to become a key participant within the Solana ecosystem.According to the latest updates, after completing this round of financing, Forward Industries purchased $1.5 billion worth of SOL tokens on September 15, 2025, bringing its treasury to a total of $1.6 billion. This strategic move demonstrates the company’s active expansion into the blockchain sector. In addition, Forward Industries plans to list equity in the Solana Vault through the Superstate platform on September 22, 2025, further strengthening its influence in the blockchain industry.These initiatives not only highlight the determination of traditional enterprises to pivot toward blockchain, but also reflect sustained institutional optimism for blockchain technology and digital assets. Forward Industries’ transformation is expected to unlock new growth opportunities for the company and may inject renewed momentum into the broader blockchain sector.

According to relevant media sources, ChatterPay completed its Strategic round of financing on September 11, 2025. The investment was led by Scroll.ChatterPay is an innovative crypto payment solution that enables users to conduct cryptocurrency transactions via WhatsApp messages. The project aims to lower the barriers to cryptocurrency adoption, allowing more everyday users to conveniently access and use digital assets. By integrating crypto payments with a widely used instant messaging platform, ChatterPay is paving the way for large-scale cryptocurrency adoption.Against the backdrop of rapid global growth in mobile payments, ChatterPay's solution is particularly significant. By leveraging WhatsApp—one of the world's most widely used instant messaging applications—the project is positioned to drive the adoption of cryptocurrencies in emerging markets. The strategic investment from Scroll will support ChatterPay in further enhancing its product features, expanding its user base, and advancing the convenience of crypto payments.

According to industry sources, Everlyn secured $4 million in Public Sale financing on September 10, 2025. Following this round, Everlyn’s total cumulative funding has reached $19 million.Everlyn is an open-source foundational video model and a comprehensive multimodal ecosystem, designed to provide the world with an open dream machine. Its flagship open-source model, Openlyn, is redefining the capabilities of video artificial intelligence, achieving new benchmarks in output duration, interactivity, generation latency, and hyper-realistic visual quality. Through its video creation engine and platform, Everworld, Everlyn is transforming how humans interact with lifelike virtual avatars, enabling personalized and interactive video agents to perform a wide range of tasks.It is noteworthy that prior to this Public Sale financing, Everlyn had completed a $15 million funding round on August 31, 2025. The consecutive financings within a short timeframe indicate that investors hold a positive outlook on Everlyn’s technological innovation and commercial prospects in the AI video generation sector. As the metaverse concept continues to evolve and artificial intelligence technologies advance, Everlyn is poised to play an increasingly influential role in the video AI industry.

According to industry sources, MemeCore completed a strategic financing round on September 9, 2025, with Klein Labs serving as the lead investor.MemeCore is a Meme Chain (Layer 1) public blockchain project focused on connecting creators and communities, dedicated to building an interactive platform for meme communities within the blockchain ecosystem. The project leverages memes and decentralized applications (DApps) to deliver an enriched social and creative experience for users, providing a dedicated development space for meme tokens.Publicly available information indicates that MemeCore has been highly active throughout 2025. In addition to this latest round, the project also secured strategic funding in March and July 2025. Notably, its token, M, was listed on several major exchanges in early July 2025. Furthermore, in April 2025, MemeCore ranked among the top three VIP seats at the "TRUMP Dinner" event, competing alongside prominent institutions such as HTX Wallet and Wintermute, underscoring the project's market influence.Amid rapid growth in the Web3 social sector, MemeCore’s innovative model is positioned to drive deeper integration between meme culture and blockchain technology, offering users a more diverse social experience.

According to media reports, Sensible was acquired by cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase on September 9, 2025. Prior to the acquisition, Sensible had raised a total of $3.75 million in funding.Sensible is a decentralized yield protocol that enables users to earn network rewards and yield farming incentives by staking on major blockchains such as ETH and SOL. Notably, Sensible was formerly known as FirstMate, a platform providing digital storefronts for NFT creators.Public information indicates that before the acquisition, Sensible completed a $3.75 million funding round on August 28, 2023. The acquisition by leading exchange Coinbase is expected to further strengthen Sensible’s presence in the DeFi staking and yield protocol sector. This transaction also reflects the active expansion of traditional centralized exchanges into decentralized finance to meet the growing demand for DeFi services among users.

According to media reports, Gemini secured $50 million in a private funding round on September 9, 2025. Nasdaq participated as the investor in this round. Following this financing, Gemini’s total cumulative funding has reached $450 million.Gemini is a digital asset trading and custody services company, providing cryptocurrency trading and storage solutions for users. Based on the project’s development trajectory, Gemini holds a significant position in the cryptocurrency industry. The company completed a $400 million Series A round in November 2021 and has demonstrated steady growth in recent years. Its revenue increased from $98.14 million in 2023 to $142 million in 2024, reflecting robust business expansion.Notably, Gemini is actively advancing its IPO plans. In March 2025, the company began working with Goldman Sachs and Citi to prepare for its IPO, and officially filed for listing in August, with plans to list on Nasdaq. Its fundraising target has also been raised from the initial $317 million to $433 million, reflecting strong market recognition of the project. Despite facing certain challenges during its development—such as business frictions with JPMorgan and a $5 million settlement to resolve CFTC litigation—Gemini has maintained steady progress, demonstrating strong market competitiveness and growth potential.

According to industry reports, Gyld Finance completed a $1.5 million Pre-Seed funding round on September 9, 2025. The round was led by Lightshift. Following this financing, Gyld Finance's total funding has reached $1.5 million.Gyld Finance is dedicated to building an institutional-grade market for staked digital assets, transforming passive staking into actively managed fixed-income products. The project is led by experienced founders from prominent institutions including JPMorgan, R3, Nomura Securities, and GSR, providing compliant, highly liquid, and scalable infrastructure for asset managers and digital asset treasury teams.As the digital asset staking market continues to evolve, institutional investors are demonstrating increasing demand for specialized and regulated staking services. Gyld Finance’s innovative solutions are expected to address current market gaps, offering institutional investors more secure and flexible staking asset management options. This round of funding will support Gyld Finance in further enhancing its product capabilities, expanding market reach, and advancing the institutionalization of the digital asset staking market.

According to industry sources, Kaleidoswap completed its Pre-Seed funding round on September 9, 2025. The round attracted participation from leading exchanges and institutions such as Fulgur Ventures.Kaleidoswap is a decentralized trading platform that integrates Bitcoin’s security, the high-speed performance of the Lightning Network, and the programmability of the RGB protocol into a single open-source desktop application. This innovative solution delivers a secure, fast, and flexible trading experience for users. Amid rapid growth in the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector, Kaleidoswap’s approach holds significant importance. By combining multiple strengths of the Bitcoin ecosystem, the platform is positioned to become a key player in the decentralized trading space.The funds raised will enable Kaleidoswap to further enhance product functionality, expand its market share, and drive development within the Bitcoin ecosystem. As the Bitcoin network continues to evolve and upgrade, innovative platforms like Kaleidoswap are expected to play a pivotal role in advancing mainstream adoption of cryptocurrencies.

According to industry sources, Based completed a Strategic round of financing on September 8, 2025, with Ethena as the lead investor.Based is an innovative cryptocurrency payment solution project, offering two core products: a smart wallet and a non-custodial crypto debit card. The Based wallet provides users with a one-click transaction experience, supports batch signing, and allows users to pay gas fees with their preferred tokens. Additionally, the Based platform enables instant token transfers between friends. Notably, the non-custodial debit card allows users to make payments directly from their wallets without the need to pre-fund accounts, significantly enhancing user experience and fund flexibility.Amid rapid developments in the crypto payments sector, Based’s solution effectively addresses both convenience and security challenges in cryptocurrency payments. Leveraging an innovative technical architecture, the project delivers a simpler and more secure crypto payment experience, with the potential to drive large-scale adoption of crypto payments. This financing round will help Based further enhance product functionality, expand market share, and provide higher quality services to its users.

According to relevant media reports, Inversion completed a $26.5 million Seed funding round on September 8, 2025. The round saw participation from several prominent investment firms, including Dragonfly, Lightspeed Venture, ParaFi Capital, Mirana Ventures, HashKey Capital, VanEck, Volt Capital, Race Capital, Moonrock Capital, and Bodhi Ventures. To date, Inversion’s total funding has reached $26.5 million.Inversion is dedicated to revitalizing traditional enterprises through blockchain technology, operating via private equity investment. The project is built on the Avalanche blockchain and integrates cryptographic technology solutions to help businesses optimize operational processes and reduce costs, effectively bridging traditional industries with modern financial innovation. Notably, Inversion has also launched a Layer 1 public blockchain specifically designed to support crypto-native private equity strategies.This funding round reflects strong investor confidence in the application of blockchain technology within traditional industries. As blockchain technology continues to advance, an increasing number of traditional enterprises are exploring blockchain-based solutions. Inversion’s innovative approach is expected to play a significant role in driving the digital transformation of traditional businesses and opening new avenues for the commercial adoption of blockchain technology.

According to industry sources, StablecoinX secured $530 million in Post-IPO financing on September 6, 2025. Investors participating in this round included YZi Labs, BH Digital, IMC Trading, and Susquehanna Crypto. Following this round, StablecoinX’s total funding reached $530 million.StablecoinX is a stablecoin issuer focused on launching the ENA financial strategy. The company plans to list on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol "USDE." Notably, on July 21, 2025, StablecoinX completed a previous funding round of $360 million. The completion of this Post-IPO round not only demonstrates strong investor confidence in StablecoinX but also highlights the continued growth potential of the stablecoin market.Within the current cryptocurrency landscape, stablecoins are playing an increasingly vital role as core infrastructure. Through its innovative ENA financial strategy and upcoming Nasdaq listing, StablecoinX is poised to further enhance its market competitiveness and influence. The project’s development is set to provide a new model for the integration of traditional and crypto finance, driving the industry toward greater standardization and maturity.

According to media reports, Wildcat completed a $3.5 million Seed Plus funding round on September 5, 2025. Investors in this round included Robot Ventures, Triton Capital XYZ, Hyperithm, and Kronos Research, with individual participation from Joey Santoro, Charles Cooper, and Andrew Koller. Following this round, Wildcat's total funding reached $5.35 million, with its latest valuation at $35 million.Wildcat is an Ethereum-based protocol focused on delivering on-chain credit tools that do not require full collateralization. The protocol enables borrowers to customize parameters according to their specific needs while offering lenders innovative interest rate and withdrawal mechanisms. Since its mainnet launch in December 2023, the project has experienced rapid growth. Based on its funding history, Wildcat completed a $750,000 Pre-Seed round in May 2023 and a $1.1 million public round in August 2024, demonstrating strong development momentum.In the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector, efficient credit mechanisms are crucial for market development. Wildcat’s innovative solution introduces new possibilities to the traditional credit market by leveraging smart contract technology to lower entry barriers and improve capital efficiency. As the project continues to evolve and mature, Wildcat is positioned to secure a significant role in the DeFi lending space.

According to relevant media reports, buidlbox was acquired by HackQuest on September 5, 2025. This merger is expected to bring new development opportunities to the hackathon ecosystem.buidlbox is an end-to-end hackathon platform that provides comprehensive support for developers and guilds, helping them acquire new skills, win rewards, expand their communities, and collectively build a better Web ecosystem. The platform enables users to host, co-sponsor, and participate in various hackathon events.This acquisition holds significant importance for the entire Web3 developer ecosystem. Through integration with HackQuest, buidlbox is expected to further enhance its service capabilities and deliver a higher-quality hackathon experience to the global developer community. The transaction also underscores the strategic importance of hackathon platforms within the Web3 ecosystem and is anticipated to foster the incubation and development of more innovative projects.

According to industry sources, digital asset infrastructure and loyalty platform Pointsville completed its Series A financing round on September 5, 2025. The round included participation from Valor Capital Group, Superscrypt, SNZ Holding, Tether, Dynamo, Citrino, K2 Integrity, and Credit Saison.Pointsville is an innovative platform focused on digital asset infrastructure and loyalty programs, dedicated to helping enterprises efficiently create, manage, and deliver digital assets and loyalty initiatives to drive innovation and inclusive growth. Its solutions enable businesses to strengthen customer engagement and enhance user experience and loyalty.Notably, Tether—one of the world’s largest stablecoin issuers—participated in this round, reflecting the confidence that traditional financial institutions have in the digital asset infrastructure sector. As the digital economy rapidly evolves, demand from enterprises for digital asset management and loyalty programs continues to grow. Pointsville’s innovative solutions are well positioned to play a significant role in this trend, providing robust support for enterprises undergoing digital transformation.This financing will enable Pointsville to further enhance its product capabilities, expand its market share, and accelerate its global business expansion. As the digital asset industry matures, it is expected that more enterprises will adopt similar solutions to optimize customer relationship management and loyalty programs.

According to media reports, Plural raised $7.13 million in a Seed funding round on September 5, 2025. Investors in this round include Paradigm, Maven 11, Volt Capital, and Neoclassic Capital. Following this round, Plural’s total funding has reached $9.43 million.Plural is an innovative blockchain platform focused on connecting solar and wind energy developers with investors. The platform’s key feature is its significant reduction of the investment threshold for renewable energy projects, allowing retail investors to participate in solar farms, wind farms, and battery storage projects with as little as $10. This stands in stark contrast to the traditional minimum investment requirement of $50,000.Notably, on May 31, 2024, Plural completed a $2.3 million Pre-Seed funding round. The new capital from this round will further drive the platform’s technological innovation and market expansion. By leveraging blockchain technology to democratize clean energy investment, Plural not only provides investors with broader access to green investment opportunities but also opens new financing channels for renewable energy project developers, positioning itself to play a significant role in advancing clean energy development.

According to media reports, Credora was acquired by RedStone on September 4, 2025. Prior to the acquisition, Credora had raised a total of $16 million in funding.Credora is a company dedicated to providing data-driven and transparent lending services in both CeFi and DeFi sectors. The team has developed private credit infrastructure capable of real-time assessment of borrowers' credit profiles while safeguarding sensitive information. This innovative solution enhances security and reliability in the crypto finance space.Credora’s funding history reflects significant growth in recent years. The company secured $2 million in seed funding in January 2020, completed an $8 million Series A round in September 2021, and raised $6 million in strategic financing in April 2023. The acquisition by RedStone marks a new phase for Credora, positioning the company to leverage RedStone’s resources and capabilities to further expand its presence in the crypto lending market and drive the industry toward greater standardization and transparency.

According to media reports, Maiga completed a $2 million strategic funding round on September 4, 2025. The round was jointly participated by Amber Group, Red Beard Ventures, IBC Group, Chainlink, and TBV Ventures. Following this transaction, Maiga’s total funding has reached $4 million.Maiga is an AI agent platform designed for cryptocurrency enthusiasts, offering traders, creators, and speculators AI-driven trading signals and alpha insights. The platform integrates advanced AI frameworks with real-time data to optimize DeFi strategies. Amid the rapid development of both AI and the cryptocurrency markets, Maiga’s innovative solutions are expected to deliver a more intelligent and efficient trading experience for its users.Notably, Maiga’s trajectory highlights its commitment to continuous innovation. The project was originally named ThirdFi and rebranded as Maiga in January 2025. In July 2024, the project secured its first $2 million funding round, followed by this strategic investment in September 2025. With the official launch of its trading feature on September 17, 2025, Maiga began providing AI-powered cryptocurrency trading services to global users, marking a new phase in the project’s development.

According to relevant media reports, cryptocurrency trading firm Breakout was acquired by leading exchange Kraken on September 4, 2025. Prior to the acquisition, Breakout had completed a total of $4.5 million in funding.Breakout is an investment company focused on cryptocurrency, forex, and index trading. By integrating directly with top-tier cryptocurrency exchanges, the company provides traders with a trading environment featuring low spreads, robust risk management systems, and high-quality liquidity, aiming to redefine industry standards in investment trading.Funding history shows that Breakout completed a $4.5 million seed round on July 31, 2024. The acquisition by Kraken is expected to help Breakout further expand its business scale and enhance its market competitiveness. This merger also reflects how traditional cryptocurrency exchanges are leveraging strategic acquisitions to broaden their business scope and offer more diversified trading services. The acquisition is anticipated to have a positive impact on the entire cryptocurrency trading industry, promoting greater professionalism and regulatory compliance across the sector.

According to media reports, Aspecta completed a strategic round of financing on September 4, 2025. The investment for this round was provided by OKX Ventures. Following this financing, Aspecta’s total cumulative funding has reached $3.5 million.Aspecta is an AI-driven asset network platform focused on providing asset authentication, issuance, and trading services for early-stage and rapidly growing projects. The platform supports a diverse range of asset types, including airdrops, tokens, NFTs, whitelists, and points.Since its inception in 2022, Aspecta has maintained steady growth. The company raised $2 million in seed funding in April 2022 and secured an additional $1.5 million in March 2023, demonstrating robust development momentum. Notably, in July 2025, Aspecta’s native token ASP was listed on major exchanges. In September 2025, the project entered into an exclusive partnership with a leading exchange wallet to launch the BuildKey mode TGE, further expanding its influence in the crypto asset management sector.Amid growing demand for Web3 asset management, Aspecta leverages AI technology to deliver comprehensive asset management solutions for project teams and is poised to play a significant role in advancing industry development.

According to industry reports, Aria raised $15 million in Seed funding on September 3, 2025. The round was led by Polychain, Story Protocol, and Neoclassic Capital, among others. With this financing, Aria’s cumulative fundraising has reached $25.95 million, and its latest valuation stands at $50 million.Aria is a platform focused on compliant tokenization and decentralization of real-world IP (RWIP) assets. The platform provides liquidity support for RWIP through secondary trading and lending markets, enables distributed ownership and decision-making, and generates additional revenue through remixing and derivative works.Notably, shortly after completing this round of financing, Aria launched its on-chain IP investment platform for institutional investors, Aria PRIME, on September 22, 2025, further enhancing its product ecosystem. Previously, Aria completed a $10.95 million public offering round in February 2025. This series of fundraisings and product developments demonstrates that with the advancement of Web3 technologies, the tokenization of IP assets is becoming a focal point in the market. Aria’s continued innovation and growth in this sector are expected to deliver new liquidity solutions and value creation models for traditional IP assets.

According to industry sources, Tangany completed a $11.607 million Series A funding round on September 3, 2025. The round saw participation from High-Tech Gründerfonds, Nauta Capital, Baader Bank, Elevator Ventures, and Heliad Crypto Partners. With this latest investment, Tangany’s total funding has reached approximately $19.037 million.Tangany is a regulated German financial institution specializing in leading B2B custody solutions for blockchain-based digital assets. Through the Tangany Custody Suite, clients can store a wide range of digital assets in both hot and cold wallets, including cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ethereum, stablecoins, security tokens, crypto securities, and NFTs. Notably, the company previously raised $7 million in seed funding in April 2022, demonstrating robust growth momentum.In the digital asset custody sector, demand for secure and reliable custodial services continues to rise as institutional investors increase their exposure to crypto assets. As a regulated financial institution, Tangany’s solutions are designed to meet stringent compliance requirements while delivering professional custody services for institutional clients, positioning the company with a distinct competitive advantage in a rapidly evolving market. This funding round will further accelerate Tangany’s technological innovation and market expansion, potentially enhancing its influence within the digital asset custody space.

According to media reports, Reflect completed a $3.75 million Seed funding round on September 3, 2025. Investors in this round include a16z CSX, Solana Ventures, Big Brain Holdings, Equilibrium Ventures, and Colosseum.Reflect is a synthetic currency trading protocol built on the Solana network. The project uniquely leverages liquid staking tokens to achieve delta-neutral currency exposure, delivering high-yield, USD-denominated products to global users by capturing both native and perpetual yields, while ensuring an instant trading experience.Amid the rapid growth of decentralized finance (DeFi), Reflect’s innovative solution offers users new investment options. By combining liquid staking with synthetic assets, it not only provides stable returns but also reduces trading friction costs. This funding will support Reflect in further enhancing its product capabilities, expanding its market share, and advancing the development of the DeFi ecosystem.

According to industry sources, Utila completed a $22 million funding round on September 3, 2025. The round saw participation from Digital Currency Group, Nyca Partners, Wing Venture Capital, Red Dot Capital Partners, and Cerca Partners. Following this transaction, Utila’s total funding has reached $51.5 million.Utila is a company focused on building self-custody wallet platforms and API solutions designed to help organizations securely manage digital assets and develop customized services. Its institutional-grade MPC wallet enables institutional investors, trading firms, and Web3 developers to efficiently manage crypto assets across multiple blockchains, wallets, and users on a single platform, without the need to navigate complex technical barriers. Developers can also leverage its API to build tailored applications on secure multi-chain wallet infrastructure.Utila has demonstrated strong growth momentum through its funding history. Over the past eighteen months, the company has completed three funding rounds: a $11.5 million seed round in March 2024, an $18 million Series A in March 2025, and this $22 million round. This consistent ability to attract investment underscores capital market confidence in the digital asset infrastructure sector and affirms Utila’s technological capabilities and business outlook.

According to industry sources, crypto gaming studio GLHF completed a $2.3 million funding round on September 3, 2025. The round was led by prominent investment firm 1confirmation. Following this transaction, GLHF’s total funding has reached $2.3 million.GLHF is a gaming studio focused on crypto game development, with its flagship title being the blockchain game Gigaverse. As the Web3 gaming sector rapidly expands, an increasing number of traditional gamers and crypto users are turning their attention to blockchain-based games. As an emerging crypto gaming studio, GLHF’s latest funding round reflects investor confidence in the Web3 gaming market and recognition of high-quality game content.Proceeds from this round will primarily be allocated to the development and operation of Gigaverse, aiming to further enhance game quality and user experience. Against the backdrop of a maturing blockchain gaming market, GLHF’s progress is expected to inject new momentum into the industry and support the healthy development of the crypto gaming ecosystem.

According to media reports, Etherealize raised $40 million in funding on September 3, 2025. Investors in this round include Paradigm, Electric Capital, the Ethereum Foundation, and Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin. Following this transaction, Etherealize’s total funding has reached $40 million.Etherealize serves as the institutional marketing and product division within the Ethereum ecosystem. The project is committed to accelerating institutional adoption through a dual mission: educating institutions on the advantages of Ethereum as both a store of value and a technology platform, and building products that bring institutional assets and users into the Ethereum ecosystem, thereby connecting institutions with the Ethereum network.Notably, this funding round received support from key investors in the Ethereum ecosystem, including the participation of Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin, underscoring the project’s growth potential. As institutional interest in the cryptocurrency market continues to rise, Etherealize’s services are expected to play a significant role in driving institutional adoption within the Ethereum ecosystem. The project plans to leverage this funding to expand its business scope and further advance Ethereum’s penetration and application in the institutional market.

According to industry reports, Tron Inc secured $110 million in funding on September 2, 2025. The investment was provided by Bravemorning Limited. Following this round, Tron Inc’s total cumulative funding has reached $110 million.Tron Inc (NASDAQ: SRM) specializes in the design, development, and production of custom merchandise for theme parks and entertainment venues, including toys and souvenirs. Many of the company’s creative products are derived from entertainment franchises based on award-winning films and books.Public information indicates that Tron Inc underwent a significant transformation in 2025. In July 2025, the company changed its name from SRM Entertainment to Tron Inc. As of late June 2025, Tron Inc held approximately 365 million TRX in staking positions to generate yield from its blockchain operations. Notably, the company’s ecosystem perpetual contract trading platform, SunPerp, recorded a cumulative trading volume exceeding 14.6 million USDT in September 2025, underscoring Tron Inc’s rapid expansion in the digital asset sector.This funding round reflects investor confidence in Tron Inc’s growth prospects and will support the company’s continued expansion across both traditional entertainment and blockchain sectors. With the ongoing development of the metaverse and digital economy, Tron Inc’s distinctive dual-driven business model is expected to present further growth opportunities for the company.

According to media reports, Kite AI completed an $18 million Series A funding round on September 2, 2025. The round saw participation from several prominent institutions, including General Catalyst, PayPal Ventures, Samsung Next, Hashed, HashKey Capital, LayerZero, Animoca Brands, Alumni Ventures, Dispersion Capital, and the Avalanche Foundation. With this latest funding, Kite AI’s total financing has reached $33 million.Kite AI is developing the foundational transaction layer for the intelligent agent internet, aiming to create a world where AI agents operate and coordinate according to human intent. The project’s infrastructure supports real-time payments, programmable governance, cryptographic identity authentication, and verifiable attribution—all built on a blockchain specifically designed for AI. By providing the core capabilities necessary for secure and autonomous operation of AI agents, Kite AI is laying the groundwork for a global interoperable network of AI services.Notably, Kite AI has made significant progress in 2025. The project launched its testnet on February 7, 2025, and subsequently raised $15 million in seed funding on February 10. The successful completion of the Series A round further demonstrates investor confidence in the AI infrastructure sector and recognition of Kite AI’s technological innovation. The development of this project is expected to provide critical support for large-scale application and interoperability of AI agents, potentially driving the entire AI industry toward greater intelligence and autonomy.

According to industry reports, Pharos completed a strategic financing round on September 2, 2025, with Yunfeng Financial as the lead investor. With this round, Pharos’s total funding has reached USD 8 million to date.Pharos is an ultra-high-speed, EVM-compatible blockchain infrastructure project founded by former blockchain technology leaders from Ant Financial and Alibaba. The project is dedicated to delivering optimal blockchain solutions for real-world assets (RWAs) and enterprise-grade DeFi. Its EVM Layer-1 achieves throughput of up to 50,000 transactions per second (TPS), offering significant advantages in both performance and scalability.Pharos has demonstrated steady growth, having raised USD 8 million in its seed round in November 2024 and successfully launched its testnet in May 2025. The strategic investment from Yunfeng Financial is expected to further accelerate Pharos’s technology development and ecosystem expansion. As a next-generation blockchain infrastructure, Pharos is positioned to play a pivotal role in enhancing payment efficiency and decentralized applications, creating new opportunities for the adoption and commercialization of blockchain technology.

According to relevant media reports, GAEA completed a strategic round of financing on September 2, 2025. This round saw participation from institutions including Cryptogram Venture, K24 Ventures, and AvatarDAO.GAEA is a decentralized AI training network focused on integrating human emotional data and leveraging blockchain technology to unlock the potential of artificial intelligence. Through its decentralized platform, GAEA transforms public network data into AI training datasets, offering users lower costs, richer content, and an enhanced user experience. The project's distinctive feature lies in its collection of emotional data, aiming to create AI with human-like intelligence while enabling users to become creators in the new silicon-based world.According to its development timeline, GAEA launched its testnet on September 15, 2024, and subsequently completed a $5 million Series A financing round in May 2025, demonstrating robust growth momentum. The completion of this strategic round will further drive GAEA's technological innovation and market expansion in the decentralized AI training network sector. Against the backdrop of rapid advances in AI and blockchain technology, GAEA's progress will introduce new possibilities for decentralized AI training.

According to media reports, Everlyn secured $15 million in funding on August 31, 2025. Investors in this round include Sui, MH Ventures, Selini Capital, Aethir, io.net, and Nesa. Following this round, Everlyn’s total funding has reached $19 million, with a latest valuation of $250 million.Everlyn is an open-source foundational video model and multimodal ecosystem platform, designed to provide an open "dream machine" for the world. Its flagship open-source model, Openlyn, is redefining the capabilities of video artificial intelligence, achieving new benchmarks in output duration, interactivity, generation latency, and ultra-realistic visual quality. Through its video creation engine and platform, Everworld, Everlyn is revolutionizing how users interact with their authentic virtual personas, enabling the creation of personalized interactive video agents capable of performing any task.Notably, shortly after this round of funding, Everlyn completed a $4 million public offering round on September 10, 2025, demonstrating strong market confidence in its technology and growth prospects. As AI video generation technology rapidly evolves, Everlyn’s innovations in open-source video models are expected to have a profound impact on the industry, driving the democratization and widespread adoption of video AI technologies.

According to industry reports, MECCA completed an $8 million strategic financing round on August 31, 2025. This round saw participation from institutional investors including Gemhead Capital, Alpha Capital, and @ventures_bd. With this round, MECCA’s total funding reached $8 million.MECCA is an innovative blockchain project built on the Solana public chain, focused on integrating shopping, gaming, web comics, and payment functionalities into a unified ecosystem. By consolidating diverse application scenarios, the project aims to deliver a seamless blockchain experience for users. As the Web3 industry continues its rapid expansion, one-stop ecosystem projects like MECCA are drawing increased market attention. The newly raised capital will support MECCA in further enhancing its product features, expanding its user base, and accelerating its strategic positioning within the Solana ecosystem.Amid the blockchain sector’s trend toward diversified application scenarios, MECCA’s innovative model holds significant importance. By bringing together high-frequency use cases such as shopping, gaming, and payments, MECCA is positioned to improve user experience while advancing the adoption of blockchain technology in everyday life. The participation of prominent investment institutions in this strategic round also demonstrates capital markets’ recognition of MECCA’s growth potential.

According to media reports, Centi completed a new round of financing on August 30, 2025, raising $300,000. The round was led by NextGen Digital Venture. With this financing, Centi’s total funding to date reaches $300,000.Centi is an innovative project focused on blockchain payment solutions, aiming to bridge traditional finance and digital inclusion through cutting-edge technology, thereby enabling global financial empowerment and streamlining commercial transactions. Since its inception, the project has experienced rapid growth and completed its seed round in December 2023, demonstrating strong momentum.Against the backdrop of rapid global development in digital payments, Centi’s innovative solutions are highly significant. As more traditional enterprises begin to accept digital currency payments, market demand for blockchain payment solutions continues to rise. This funding round will help Centi further enhance its product features, expand market share, and provide more convenient and secure payment services to users worldwide.

According to media reports, Credit Coop completed a $4.5 million Seed funding round on August 30, 2025. Investors participating in this round included Maven 11, Faction, Coinbase Ventures, TRGC, Signature Ventures, Veris Ventures, and dlab. With the completion of this round, Credit Coop’s total funding has reached $4.5 million.Credit Coop is an innovative project focused on developing on-chain credit systems, with its business scope expanding from peer-to-peer lending to vault products supporting multiple depositors and borrowers. As the decentralized finance (DeFi) market continues to evolve, the establishment of on-chain credit infrastructure has become increasingly critical. Credit Coop’s innovative model is expected to enhance the DeFi ecosystem by providing robust credit infrastructure and supporting the healthy development of the on-chain lending market.The successful completion of this funding round not only demonstrates investor recognition of Credit Coop’s business model but also highlights the strong market demand for decentralized credit solutions. The project will leverage the new capital to further expand product functionality, optimize user experience, and accelerate market expansion. Against the backdrop of rapid DeFi growth, Credit Coop is positioned to become a key provider of on-chain credit infrastructure.

According to media reports, Amdax secured $23.4 million in financing on August 29, 2025. Following this round, Amdax's total cumulative financing has reached $23.4 million.Amdax is a cryptocurrency service provider specializing in investment, custody, and trading services. Notably, prior to this financing, Amdax announced plans on August 18, 2025, to establish a listed company, AMBTS, and set a long-term goal of acquiring 210,000 bitcoins. This strategic initiative demonstrates Amdax's confidence in its long-term development within the cryptocurrency market and its strong conviction in bitcoin as a digital asset.Amid the rapid development of the cryptocurrency industry, the emergence of specialized service providers like Amdax is expected to deliver more standardized and secure crypto asset services for institutional and individual investors. This latest financing will further strengthen Amdax's market competitiveness, support the achievement of its long-term objectives, and contribute to the standardization and development of the cryptocurrency sector.

According to industry sources, OrangeX secured $20 million in funding on August 29, 2025. The round was led by Kryptos, SCI Ventures, and others. Following this investment, OrangeX’s total cumulative funding reached $20 million.OrangeX is a cryptocurrency exchange platform that leverages database sharding technology to enhance single-point transaction performance. The platform offers users derivatives trading, spot trading, one-click copy trading, and fiat gateways for purchasing cryptocurrencies. Amidst the intense competition in the cryptocurrency exchange market, OrangeX utilizes technological innovation to improve the user trading experience, demonstrating robust market competitiveness.This funding round reflects sustained investor interest in cryptocurrency trading infrastructure. As the cryptocurrency market continues to mature, demand for high-performance and secure trading platforms is increasing. Through innovative technological solutions, OrangeX is well positioned to gain a foothold in the highly competitive exchange sector. The funds raised will primarily support product development, market expansion, and team building, further strengthening the platform’s market position.

According to relevant media reports, FAIR3 Community completed its Strategic round of financing on August 29, 2025. The round was led by Unicorn Verse.FAIR3 Community is a community-governed decentralized movement for technological fairness, dedicated to achieving genuine equity in technology, society, and opportunity. The project is jointly governed by CTOs (community token holders) and places particular emphasis on on-chain transparency, long-term orientation, and authentic incentives. Since its listing on major exchanges on March 28, 2025, FAIR3 Community has remained focused on advancing fairness within the blockchain industry.Against the backdrop of rapid development in the current Web3 sector, FAIR3 Community’s vision has become increasingly significant. Through its decentralized governance model and transparent on-chain mechanisms, the project aims to create a more equitable and transparent blockchain ecosystem. The completion of this strategic financing round not only reflects investors’ confidence in the future prospects of FAIR3 Community but also provides critical support for its further development, with the potential to drive the entire industry toward greater fairness and transparency.

According to media reports, Portal secured $50 million in funding on August 28, 2025. The investment was led by Paloma Investments. With this round, Portal's total cumulative funding has reached $92.5 million.Portal is a non-custodial Bitcoin cross-chain interoperability protocol. The protocol enables fast, low-cost atomic swaps between Bitcoin assets (such as BTC, Ordinals, and Runes), Layer 2 networks, and other public blockchains. Portal's technological innovation eliminates the need for traditional cross-chain bridges or wrapped assets, significantly improving the efficiency and security of cross-chain transactions.Examining Portal's development trajectory, the project has demonstrated strong growth momentum. Since raising $8.5 million in a pre-seed round in September 2021, Portal has completed multiple funding rounds. In January 2024, it closed a $34 million seed round, and this latest $50 million round will further accelerate its technology development and market expansion. Notably, according to the latest information, Portal's token PTB is scheduled to begin trading on September 3, 2025, marking a new phase in the project's evolution.Against the backdrop of growing importance of cross-chain interoperability, Portal's bridge-free solution delivers a significant innovation to the Bitcoin ecosystem and is expected to play a key role in advancing connectivity between the Bitcoin network and other blockchain networks.

According to media reports, blockchain payment platform Rain completed a $58 million Series B funding round on August 28, 2025. Investors in this round included Sapphire Ventures, Dragonfly, Samsung Next, Lightspeed Venture, Galaxy Ventures, and Endeavor Catalyst. With this latest round, Rain's total funding has reached $82.5 million.Rain is a blockchain-based platform focused on payment card issuance and stablecoin interoperability. As a partner of the Visa network, Rain offers a range of payment card solutions across multiple regions. The platform aims to bridge traditional finance and cryptocurrency payment scenarios, delivering a more convenient payment experience for users.Notably, one month prior to this round, Rain completed a $24.5 million funding round. The back-to-back sizable investments signal continued confidence from institutional investors in the blockchain payments sector and highlight Rain's strengths in technological innovation and market expansion. As demand for digital payments rises and blockchain technology continues to mature, Rain is poised to play an increasingly influential role in the global payments industry.

According to media reports, Multipli secured $5 million in funding on August 28, 2025. Following this round, Multipli's total cumulative funding has reached $5 million.Multipli is a multi-chain yield protocol based on zero-knowledge proof (ZK) technology, offering users reliable yield opportunities for stablecoins, native tokens, and traditionally non-yielding assets such as BTC, MATIC, and PAXG. As the DeFi market continues to evolve, demand for cross-chain yield products is increasing. By leveraging innovative zero-knowledge proof technology, Multipli not only enhances the security of cross-chain asset management but also expands the range of assets eligible for yield generation, providing users with more diversified investment options. The launch of this protocol is expected to play a significant role in decentralized finance and drive further development of the cross-chain yield market.This round of funding will help Multipli accelerate product development, enhance its technological capabilities, and expand its market reach. As the cryptocurrency market matures, innovative projects like Multipli, which focus on multi-chain yield solutions, are expected to create more opportunities for the entire industry.

According to media reports, aPriori completed a new funding round on August 28, 2025, raising $20 million. The round saw participation from Pantera Capital, HashKey Capital, Primitive Ventures, and IMC Trading, among other institutions. With this round, aPriori’s total cumulative funding has reached $30.7 million.aPriori is a protocol focused on MEV infrastructure and liquid staking, specifically designed for the era of parallel execution and natively built on Monad. As a blockchain infrastructure service provider, aPriori is committed to enhancing the performance and efficiency of blockchain networks.aPriori has demonstrated remarkable growth in its funding history. The project closed a $2.7 million pre-seed round in January 2024, followed by an $8 million seed round in July 2024, and also secured strategic investment that same month. The completion of this substantial funding round not only highlights sustained investor confidence in the MEV infrastructure sector but also reflects strong market demand for next-generation blockchain infrastructure solutions.As blockchain technology continues to evolve, the importance of MEV infrastructure and liquid staking solutions is becoming increasingly prominent. aPriori’s innovative technology is expected to create new growth opportunities for the industry and drive further development and improvement of the blockchain ecosystem.

According to media reports, M0 completed a $40 million Series B funding round on August 28, 2025. Leading investment firms including Polychain, Ribbit Capital, Pantera Capital, Bain Capital Crypto, and Endeavor Catalyst participated in this round. To date, M0’s total financing has reached $97.5 million.M0 is a monetary middleware project designed for the digital era, leveraging a decentralized architecture and robust collateral design to enable institutions to issue crypto dollars. The protocol facilitates M distribution to both yield recipients and holders of the governance token (ZERO). There are three primary participant roles within the protocol: minters, validators, and yield recipients—all governed by a permissions system managed through protocol governance.M0’s fundraising trajectory has been notable. The project previously raised $22.5 million in seed funding in April 2023 and completed a $35 million Series A round in June 2024. Completing three significant funding rounds within just two years underscores sustained institutional confidence in the digital currency infrastructure sector and strong recognition of M0’s potential. As the digital currency market continues to evolve, M0 is well positioned to play an increasingly significant role in digital payments and financial infrastructure.

According to media reports, DeAgentAI completed a $5 million strategic funding round on August 28, 2025. This round saw participation from institutions including Cointelegraph, Valkyrie Fund, and Momentum. Following this financing, DeAgentAI’s total funding has reached $11 million.DeAgentAI is an AI agent infrastructure deployed across the Sui, BSC, and BTC ecosystems, enabling trustless on-chain autonomous decision-making for AI agents. The project is focused on addressing three core challenges for AI in distributed environments: identity verification, continuity, and consensus mechanisms, with the goal of building a truly trusted AI agent ecosystem.Notably, DeAgentAI has achieved rapid growth over the past year. The project completed a $6 million seed round in August 2024, followed by this strategic funding round in August 2025. More importantly, according to recent updates, major exchanges will list the DeAgentAI (AIA) token on September 18, 2025. In addition, DeAgentAI will release its V2 whitepaper to further enhance its technical architecture and ecosystem development.Against the backdrop of rapid advancements in artificial intelligence and blockchain technology, DeAgentAI’s multi-chain deployment strategy and decentralized AI agent solutions underscore its innovation and forward-looking approach within the industry. The completion of this strategic financing will help DeAgentAI further expand its technological boundaries and drive the development and adoption of AI agent infrastructure.

According to media reports, CIMG Inc. completed a $55 million post-IPO financing round on August 28, 2025. Following this round, CIMG Inc.'s total cumulative financing has reached $55 million.CIMG Inc. (Nasdaq: IMG) is a global business group focused on digital health and sales development. The company leverages technology and marketing strategies—including martech and omnichannel networks—to drive sales growth and enhance business value for its partners. Its portfolio includes brands such as Kangduoyuan, Macanoli, Qianmao, Huomao, and Cocoa Mango.Notably, recent reports indicate that on September 3, 2025, CIMG Inc. completed a significant transaction by acquiring 500 bitcoins through a $55 million common stock purchase. This strategic move demonstrates the company's active expansion into the digital asset sector and underscores its forward-looking vision in digital economic transformation. Amid the growing convergence of the digital health industry and digital assets, this initiative is expected to create new growth opportunities and momentum for CIMG Inc.

According to industry sources, The Clearing Company secured $15 million in seed funding on August 28, 2025. Investors in this round include USV, Coinbase Ventures, Haun Ventures, Variant Fund, and Compound, among other prominent institutions. Following this round, The Clearing Company’s total funding has reached $15 million.The Clearing Company is an on-chain prediction market project focused on building a compliant, retail-friendly, permissionless prediction market platform. The project’s innovation lies in integrating traditional prediction markets with blockchain technology, delivering more transparent and equitable prediction services through a decentralized model.Notably, this funding round attracted backing from several leading crypto investment firms, including Coinbase Ventures, underscoring investor confidence in the future development of on-chain prediction markets. As the Web3 sector continues to evolve, prediction markets are poised to play an increasingly significant role as a core component of financial infrastructure. The proceeds from this round will be primarily allocated to product development, market expansion, and compliance initiatives, with the aim of providing users with superior prediction market services.

According to media reports, Suzaku completed a $1.5 million funding round on August 28, 2025. Following this round, Suzaku’s total cumulative funding has reached $1.5 million.Suzaku is a restaking protocol focused on sovereign networks. Within the current Web3 ecosystem, restaking technology is gaining increasing attention, as it allows users to share the computational power of their staked assets with other networks while maintaining their original staking positions, thereby generating additional yield. This innovative staking mechanism not only enhances asset utilization efficiency but also opens new possibilities for the development of cross-chain ecosystems.Amid the continued growth of decentralized finance (DeFi), Suzaku’s successful fundraising reflects market confidence in sovereign network solutions. The protocol’s advancement is expected to bring further innovation to the blockchain ecosystem, promote improvements in cross-chain interoperability, and offer users more flexible staking options. The new funding will further accelerate Suzaku’s technology development and market expansion, positioning it to play a significant role in future blockchain infrastructure.

According to industry sources, Metafyed completed a $5.5 million funding round on August 28, 2025. Investors in this round included Stellar Development Foundation, Zero2Launch, Block Tides, Positive Venture DAO, Cyberport Hong Kong, Draper, Omni Chain Ventures, and Chain Valley Capital. To date, Metafyed’s total funding has reached $5.5 million.Metafyed is a marketplace platform focused on real-world assets (RWA), leveraging AI-driven valuation and liquidity models to advance private credit and SME financing across Asia. The platform’s key innovation lies in enabling retail investors to access high-quality assets that have traditionally been exclusive to institutional participants.Amid the current global economic landscape, the tokenization of real-world assets (RWA) is emerging as one of the most promising blockchain applications. By integrating AI technology for more accurate asset valuation, Metafyed not only lowers the financing threshold for SMEs but also offers investors greater diversification opportunities. The successful completion of this funding round reflects investor confidence in the growth prospects of the RWA market and recognition of Metafyed’s technological innovation. The capital will primarily support platform technology upgrades, market expansion, and team growth.

According to media reports, Tazapay completed its Series B funding round on August 27, 2025. Investors in this round include Peak XV Partners, Ripple, Circle Ventures, January Capital, ARC180, Norinchukin Capital, and GMO VenturePartners.Tazapay is a cross-border payment platform that holds a significant position in the global fintech market. The platform is recognized for its extensive payment coverage, flexible escrow services, and robust compliance capabilities. As global trade and digital payments continue to expand, demand for cross-border payment solutions is rising, and Tazapay's offerings are well-aligned with this market need. The strong lineup of investors in this round features both traditional venture capital firms and investment arms of leading blockchain companies Ripple and Circle, reflecting investor confidence in Tazapay's business model. This funding will enable Tazapay to further expand its global footprint, enhance product functionality, and strengthen its competitiveness in the cross-border payments sector.

According to industry sources, Swarm Network completed a $13 million funding round on August 27, 2025. This round saw participation from Sui, Ghaf Capital, Brinc, y2z Ventures, and Zerostage, among other institutions. Following this round, Swarm Network’s total funding has reached $16 million.Swarm Network is a decentralized protocol platform dedicated to integrating AI agents with collective human intelligence to enable on-chain verification and preservation of authenticity. Since its inception, the project has developed rapidly; it previously closed a $3 million seed round in January 2025, demonstrating strong growth momentum.Amid the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence and blockchain technology, Swarm Network’s innovative model offers a new solution for verifying information authenticity in the digital world. By combining artificial intelligence with human intelligence, this approach not only enhances the efficiency and accuracy of information verification but also provides valuable insights into the future direction of decentralized protocol development. The latest funding round will further accelerate Swarm Network’s progress in technology R&D and market expansion, and is expected to enhance its influence in the decentralized information verification sector.

According to media reports, Arcana Network was acquired by Avail on August 27, 2025. To date, Arcana Network has raised a total of $2.67 million in funding.Arcana Network is an EVM-compatible platform focused on enabling developers to rapidly build privacy-preserving applications. The platform offers developers a dashboard and SDK, allowing for configuration based on specific requirements. Applications integrating the Arcana SDK can provide users with a familiar Web2 login and authentication experience. Users can upload data to the decentralized Arcana Store and retain full ownership of their data, which remains inaccessible to applications or developers. Users have the autonomy to choose whether to share their data with others.In terms of its funding history, Arcana Network secured $370,000 in seed funding in July 2021, followed by a $2.3 million round in October 2021. The acquisition by Avail marks a new phase in Arcana Network’s business development. This merger is expected to combine the strengths and resources of both parties, further advancing the application and development of privacy-preserving technologies in the blockchain sector.

According to media reports, USD.ai completed a new round of financing on August 26, 2025, with YZi Labs leading the investment. This latest funding brings USD.ai’s total capital raised to $13 million.USD.ai is an innovative fintech project focused on developing yield-generating synthetic stablecoins backed by computing resources, AI hardware, and network nodes. The platform addresses liquidity gaps by financing decentralized infrastructure assets such as GPUs and communication towers. Transactions are conducted using the $USDAI token, which delivers stable returns supported by underlying assets.Per the project roadmap, USD.ai officially launched on its mainnet on June 11, 2025, and held a public release on August 20. Notably, the project plans to increase its deposit cap to $160 million on September 4, 2025, indicating a steady expansion of its business operations.With ongoing growth in demand for artificial intelligence and decentralized infrastructure, USD.ai’s innovative approach creates new opportunities for integrating traditional finance with emerging technologies. By linking stablecoins to physical infrastructure assets, the project not only provides users with a stable income stream but also introduces novel financing channels for infrastructure development.

According to media reports, Hemi secured $15 million in funding on August 26, 2025. The round was backed by YZi Labs, Republic, HyperChain Capital, Breyer Capital, Big Brain Holdings, Crypto.com Capital, Selini Capital, Quantstamp, DNA Fund, and Web3.com Ventures. With this round, Hemi’s total cumulative funding has reached $30 million.Hemi is a modular Layer-2 protocol powered by Bitcoin and Ethereum, designed to deliver exceptional scalability, security, and interoperability. Unlike other projects that treat Bitcoin and Ethereum as separate ecosystems, Hemi integrates them as components of a unified super network, unlocking new programmability, portability, and potential. The project aims to build a novel converged ecosystem to address various challenges in Bitcoin DeFi and prepare for a Web3 and AI-driven future.Notably, Hemi’s development trajectory demonstrates robust growth momentum. The project launched its mainnet in March 2025 and released its tokenomics model in August. Following the latest funding round, Hemi quickly initiated its genesis airdrop campaign and began token trading on August 29. In September, leading exchanges announced the listing of the HEMI token and launched a HODLer airdrop event. This series of strategic initiatives highlights Hemi’s steady progress in establishing a significant presence in cross-chain interoperability.

According to industry reports, Hyperbot secured $6.75 million in strategic financing on August 26, 2025. The investment was led by Pop Culture Group. Following this round, Hyperbot’s total funding has reached $10.4 million.Hyperbot is an AI-powered, fully on-chain DEX perpetual contract trading platform, offering data analytics, whale tracking, smart copy trading, and strategy trading features. The platform has already integrated with Hyperliquid and Aster, and plans to connect with additional DEXs in the future.Historical funding records indicate that Hyperbot completed a $3.65 million seed round in January 2025. One week after this latest strategic financing, the platform’s native token BOT was officially listed for trading. As an AI-driven cross-chain DEX trading platform, Hyperbot is committed to delivering a smarter and more user-friendly perpetual contract trading experience. Amid the rapid development of decentralized finance (DeFi) and artificial intelligence (AI), the project’s innovative approach is expected to inject new momentum into the cryptocurrency derivatives trading market.

According to relevant media reports, Polymarket completed a new round of financing on August 26, 2025. This round was led by 1789Capital. To date, Polymarket’s total accumulated funding has reached $74 million.Polymarket is a decentralized information market platform that allows users to trade predictions on globally prominent topics such as the COVID-19 pandemic, politics, and current events. Users can build investment portfolios based on their forecasts and earn returns if their predictions are correct. The platform’s market prices reflect traders’ assessments of the probability of future events, turning trading activity into actionable insights to support better decision-making.It is noteworthy that Polymarket has achieved significant development in recent years. The project officially launched its mainnet in June 2020 and subsequently experienced rapid growth through multiple funding rounds from seed stage onward. By June 2025, the project’s valuation had surpassed $1 billion. In the same year, Polymarket also became the official prediction market partner of social platform X, further expanding its market influence. Although the company has faced certain regulatory challenges during its development—such as investigations by the U.S. Department of Justice and policy restrictions in Thailand—Polymarket has maintained steady growth momentum and demonstrated strong market competitiveness.

According to media reports, EdgeX Labs secured a new round of funding on August 26, 2025, with Kucoin Ventures as the lead investor.EdgeX Labs is an edge computing network focused on providing stable and secure edge computing infrastructure and development support for various AI projects and AI agents. The project is dedicated to building a decentralized intelligent infrastructure network to advance the broad adoption and innovative development of AI technology. As AI technology evolves rapidly, edge computing is playing an increasingly critical role as a foundational infrastructure.Notably, this marks the second round of financing EdgeX Labs has received in 2025. Previously, on April 17, 2025, EdgeX Labs completed a strategic funding round. The frequent interest from institutional investors demonstrates the market’s continued optimism toward the edge computing and AI infrastructure sectors, and highlights EdgeX Labs’ potential in technological innovation and commercial development. As AI use cases continue to expand, EdgeX Labs’ edge computing solutions are expected to play a significant role in facilitating the deployment of AI technologies.

According to media reports, Bitway completed a strategic round of financing on August 26, 2025, with YZi Labs as the lead investor. To date, Bitway’s total funding has reached USD 1.5 million.Bitway is a Layer-1 blockchain platform specifically designed for Bitcoin-related businesses. As an innovative blockchain infrastructure, Bitway is committed to delivering more efficient and secure solutions for the Bitcoin ecosystem. The project initially launched under the name Side Protocol and was officially rebranded as Bitway on August 15, 2025. In July 2023, the project closed a USD 1.5 million pre-seed round, reflecting investor confidence in its growth potential.Notably, Bitway has made steady progress in product development and market expansion. In November 2024, the project announced an airdrop program, demonstrating its strategic focus on community building and user incentives. As the Bitcoin ecosystem continues to evolve, Bitway, as an infrastructure project focused on Bitcoin business, is expected to play a significant role in expanding Bitcoin application scenarios and enhancing blockchain performance. The completion of this strategic round will further strengthen Bitway’s capabilities in technology development and market expansion.

According to industry reports, Trepa completed a $420,000 Pre-Seed funding round on August 26, 2025. The round saw participation from Colosseum, Ignight Capital, and prominent investor Balaji Srinivasan. With this latest funding, Trepa’s total capital raised now stands at $840,000.Trepa is an innovative prediction platform focused on social sentiment analysis and content aggregation. The platform differentiates itself by tightly integrating user opinions with current events, presenting insights through interactive Q&A formats. Trepa aims to become a leading real-time data source for social sentiment, transforming public opinion into actionable insights.Notably, Trepa has secured consecutive funding rounds in a short period, demonstrating strong investor confidence in the social prediction market. In the final week of August 2025, Trepa completed two separate Pre-Seed rounds of $420,000 each. This rapid pace of capital raising highlights the significant growth potential within social sentiment analysis and prediction markets and reflects investor recognition of Trepa’s business model. As data analytics technologies continue to advance and social media evolves, Trepa is well positioned to become a key player in the social sentiment analysis sector.

According to industry sources, MAGNE.AI secured $10 million in strategic financing on August 26, 2025. Investors in this round include Duckdao, Castrum Capital, TB Ventures, and Becker Ventures. Following this transaction, MAGNE.AI’s total cumulative financing has reached $10 million.MAGNE.AI is a technology company specializing in secure intelligent devices. Its flagship product, the M.AI Phone 1, integrates on-device AI inference, hardware-level encryption security, and a Web3 wallet, supporting multi-chain interaction and decentralized applications. With the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence and Web3 technologies, the integration of smartphones and blockchain has become a key industry trend. By combining AI capabilities, advanced encryption, and blockchain features within mobile devices, MAGNE.AI delivers a more secure and convenient digital asset management and blockchain interaction experience for users.The completion of this strategic financing not only reflects investors’ recognition of MAGNE.AI’s technological innovation and market potential but will also further drive the application of intelligent devices in the Web3 sector. The funds raised will be primarily allocated to product development, market expansion, and team building, positioning MAGNE.AI for a stronger competitive stance in the fast-evolving intelligent device and blockchain markets.

According to media reports, Meta Era completed its Pre-A round of financing on August 26, 2025, reaching a post-money valuation of $40 million. The round was jointly backed by Fenbushi Capital US, HashKey Capital, Amber Group, Conflux, LTP, FOMO Ventures, Klickl, BIZ Hong Kong, Solowin Holdings, and G70 Crypto.Meta Era is a leading media platform and brand growth specialist in the Web 3.0 sector. Leveraging its extensive global resources, the company delivers innovative solutions and customized services to enhance brand management effectiveness and accelerate business expansion. Since its inception, Meta Era has demonstrated strong growth momentum, having completed two rounds of strategic financing in 2023 and exhibiting robust development potential.Amid the rapid advancement of the Web 3.0 industry, Meta Era serves as a bridge between the traditional world and Web 3.0, enabling more enterprises to achieve digital transformation through its professional media platform and brand services. The completion of this financing round not only reflects institutional investors' recognition of Meta Era's business model but will also further drive the company’s global business expansion and contribute to the development of the Web 3.0 ecosystem.

According to industry reports, Panora completed a new round of financing on August 26, 2025. Investors in this round include Frictionless Capital, as well as individual investors Avery Ching and Greg Nazario.Panora is an all-in-one trading platform built on the Aptos blockchain. Leveraging Aptos’s high throughput, low latency, and innovative Block-STM technology, the platform delivers a premium trade execution experience for users. As the cryptocurrency trading market continues to evolve, demand for high-performance trading platforms is increasing. Panora not only meets this demand but also drives innovation in the application of blockchain technology within financial trading.This financing will enable Panora to further enhance its product features, improve user experience, and expand its market share. Frictionless Capital brings extensive investment experience in the blockchain sector, while the involvement of Avery Ching and Greg Nazario provides Panora with valuable industry resources and expert guidance. As the cryptocurrency market matures, Panora is well positioned to become one of the leading trading platforms within the Aptos ecosystem.

According to relevant media reports, decentralized asset finance protocol Centrifuge completed a new round of funding on August 26, 2025, with Republic as the investor. Following this round, Centrifuge’s total accumulated funding reached $50.61 million.Centrifuge is a decentralized asset finance protocol focused on providing liquidity solutions for real-world assets. The protocol enables borrowers to finance their real-world assets without relying on banks or other intermediaries, connecting these assets to the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem. This approach reduces funding costs for small and medium-sized enterprises while offering DeFi investors a stable source of returns that is independent of cryptocurrency volatility. The project’s Tinlake investment application serves as an open marketplace for real-world asset pools, allowing investors to browse and invest in asset pools offered by asset originators.Public information indicates that Centrifuge’s development dates back to 2018, and the project has completed several funding rounds since then. Notably, in July 2021, the project launched its native token CFG, which began trading on major exchanges. In September 2025, Centrifuge further expanded its business scope by introducing a tokenized S&P 500 index fund, demonstrating its innovation in integrating traditional finance with blockchain technology. However, the project has also faced security incidents during its development, such as a hack of its official social media accounts in early 2025.

According to media reports, Paimon Finance completed a new funding round on August 25, 2025, with YZi Labs leading the investment.Paimon Finance is a DeFi platform focused on providing institutional-grade assets. The platform leverages blockchain technology to tokenize real-world assets, offering users liquidity and investment returns on the BNB Chain. By integrating traditional financial assets with blockchain technology, Paimon Finance aims to build a more transparent and efficient digital asset management ecosystem.Against the backdrop of rapid growth in the DeFi market, tokenization of real-world assets is regarded as a key bridge between traditional finance and crypto finance. This funding round will enable Paimon Finance to further enhance its product features, expand its market share, and drive the adoption and development of real-world assets within the blockchain sector. As demand from institutions and users for DeFi services continues to rise, Paimon Finance is expected to play a significant role in advancing the digital transformation of traditional assets.

According to industry sources, Sharps Technology completed a Private funding round on August 25, 2025. Notable investors in this round include Pantera Capital, ParaFi Capital, Borderless Capital, CoinFund, Arrington Capital, Primitive Ventures, Hypersphere Ventures, FalconX, RockawayX, and Quantstamp.Sharps Technology is a NASDAQ-listed medical device company (Ticker: STSS), specializing in the research, development, and manufacturing of innovative safety syringes. The company's core mission is to reduce the risk of disease transmission caused by needlestick injuries through its proprietary technology, safeguarding healthcare professionals, patients, and the public, while enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of drug delivery.It is noteworthy that following the completion of this round, Sharps Technology rapidly expanded its fundraising to USD 1 billion and launched a digital asset reserve strategy. On August 25, 2025, the company secured over USD 400 million in PIPE private placement financing to establish a SOL treasury. By September 2, 2025, its SOL holdings exceeded 2 million tokens, underscoring the company’s robust positioning in the digital asset sector.This financing not only highlights institutional recognition of Sharps Technology’s leadership in medical devices but also reflects the company’s active expansion into digital asset management, laying a foundation for future diversified growth.

According to industry reports, Solana ecosystem privacy trading solution Vanish completed a $1 million seed funding round on August 22, 2025. The round was led by Colosseum, Solana Ventures, and Pivot Global, with participation from Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko, as well as prominent investors including Anil Lulla, Adam Jin, Taranveer Sabharwal, Ryon Nixon, Gorilla, and Bryce Ferguson. With this round, Vanish's total funding has reached $1 million.Vanish is a privacy trading solution platform built on the Solana public blockchain. The platform is dedicated to providing users with unique transaction privacy protection features, enabling users to open and build positions without disclosing trading signals, and to realize profits confidentially. As transaction privacy becomes increasingly important in the current cryptocurrency trading market, Vanish’s solution addresses a critical market gap by offering privacy protections unmatched by other platforms.With the ongoing development of the digital asset market, demand for transaction privacy protection continues to grow. This funding round not only demonstrates investor confidence in Vanish’s technological capabilities and growth prospects but also reflects the market’s urgent need for privacy trading solutions. Vanish stated that the funds raised will be primarily allocated to technology research and development, product optimization, and market expansion, aiming to provide users with safer and more reliable privacy trading services.

According to industry reports, LO:TECH completed a $5 million Seed funding round on August 21, 2025. The round saw participation from institutional investors including Faction, Veris Ventures, Crit Ventures, and 13books Capital, as well as individual investors Mark Ransford and Rodney Ngone. Following this financing, LO:TECH’s total funding has reached $6.6 million.LO:TECH (Low Observable Technology) is a technology platform focused on digital asset trading, offering comprehensive solutions such as market making services, market data, trade analytics, and execution services. The platform is committed to delivering more professional and efficient service experiences to the digital asset trading market.Notably, this marks LO:TECH’s second funding round within a year. Previously, in September 2024, the company raised $1.6 million in Seed funding. Consecutive investments underscore sustained investor confidence in the digital asset trading infrastructure sector and highlight LO:TECH’s growth potential in the field. As the digital asset market continues to mature, specialized trading service platforms are expected to play an increasingly significant role in enhancing market efficiency and liquidity.

According to industry reports, Loop Crypto completed a strategic financing round on August 21, 2025. This round saw participation from Fabric Ventures, VanEck, and other institutions. To date, Loop Crypto has raised a total of $4 million.Loop Crypto is an innovative enterprise focused on Web3 payment infrastructure. The platform provides smart contracts and toolkits that enable businesses and DAOs to automate cryptocurrency payments. Loop Crypto’s core advantage lies in allowing enterprises to schedule recurring payments and activate automated payment functions. By connecting on-chain and off-chain data, the platform significantly streamlines invoice reconciliation and accounting processes, effectively reducing customer attrition rates while eliminating time-consuming payment collection and follow-up tasks.Historical financing records show that Loop Crypto previously completed a $4 million seed round on April 14, 2022. The recent strategic investment demonstrates continued institutional confidence in the Web3 payment infrastructure sector. As cryptocurrency adoption expands globally, demand for automated payment solutions is rapidly increasing. Through its innovative payment infrastructure, Loop Crypto is making a significant contribution to the development of the Web3 ecosystem.

According to media reports, DigiFT completed an $11 million Strategic funding round on August 21, 2025. Investors in this round include SBI Holdings, Mirana Ventures, Arbitrum / Offchain Labs, Polygon Labs, and Yunqi Partners. With this latest round, DigiFT's total funding has reached $21.5 million.DigiFT is dedicated to providing compliant decentralized finance solutions on the Ethereum public blockchain. Its founding team consists of professionals from top-tier financial institutions such as Goldman Sachs, UBS, Citibank, and Morgan Stanley, with a strong background in blockchain technology and a proven track record in developing digital asset exchanges and related products. Currently, DigiFT is launching the first compliant digital asset exchange, enabling asset owners to issue blockchain-based security tokens on the platform, while investors can engage in continuous trading via an automated market maker (AMM) mechanism.Notably, DigiFT has completed two significant funding rounds over the past two years. In addition to this Strategic round, the project secured $10.5 million in a Pre-A round in February 2023. This underscores sustained investor confidence in compliant digital asset trading infrastructure and reflects the accelerating trend of traditional finance transitioning to blockchain technology. As the digital asset market continues to mature, compliance-focused projects like DigiFT are expected to play a key role in fostering healthy industry development.

According to media reports, DecentralGPT secured $7 million in strategic funding on August 21, 2025. The round was led by AGICrypto. Following this transaction, DecentralGPT’s total cumulative funding has reached $10 million.DecentralGPT is a decentralized AI large language model inference network, focused on building a secure, privacy-preserving, democratic, transparent, open-source, and universally accessible AGI. As artificial intelligence technology rapidly advances, demand for decentralized AI solutions continues to grow. DecentralGPT’s innovative approach not only safeguards user privacy but also ensures the inclusivity and sustainable development of AI technology.Notably, one day prior to this funding round, DecentralGPT’s native token DGC was listed for trading on major exchanges. Historical funding records indicate that DecentralGPT previously completed a $3 million funding round on April 8, 2025. This series of financing activities demonstrates investor confidence in the outlook for decentralized AI infrastructure and reflects strong market demand for decentralized AI solutions.

According to media reports, Irys completed a $10 million Series A funding round on August 21, 2025. Investors in this round include CoinFund, Hypersphere Ventures, Amber Group, Tykhe Ventures, Varrock, Breed VC, WAGMi Ventures, and Echo Group. Following this financing, Irys’s total funding has reached $18.7 million.Irys is a Layer-1 data chain project designed specifically for AI, integrating a low-cost storage layer with a high-performance, EVM-compatible execution layer (IrysVM) to enable programmable data capabilities. The project traces its origins back to October 2023, when it was rebranded from Bundlr to Irys. Over the past two years, Irys has completed multiple funding rounds, including a $5.2 million round in May 2022 and a $3.5 million strategic investment in June 2024.Notably, Irys successfully launched its testnet in January 2025, demonstrating the project's technical strength and development potential. As artificial intelligence technology advances rapidly, the demands on blockchain infrastructure are increasing. Through its innovative architecture, Irys provides enhanced foundational blockchain support for AI applications and is well positioned to play a significant role in the convergence of AI and blockchain technologies.

According to media reports, StableStock completed its Seed round financing on August 20, 2025. This round was jointly invested by YZi Labs, Matrix Partners China, and Vertex Ventures.StableStock is an on-chain equity asset platform integrating traditional finance with decentralized finance. The platform aims to provide digital trading solutions for assets such as U.S. equities through stablecoin settlement. It features three core modules: StableBroker, StableVault, and StableSwap. StableBroker enables users to purchase stocks with stablecoins; StableVault tokenizes equity assets for on-chain applications; and StableSwap facilitates low-slippage trading between different tokens.Amid the accelerating convergence of traditional finance and blockchain technology, StableStock’s innovative model introduces new possibilities to the conventional stock market. By implementing stablecoin settlement and asset tokenization, the platform not only enhances trading efficiency but also broadens global investor participation. The participation of prominent institutional investors in this round underscores sustained capital market interest in financial innovation. As digital transformation advances, similar fintech innovations are expected to further drive the evolution and development of traditional financial markets.

According to industry sources, YOMIRGO secured $5 million in Pre-A round financing on August 20, 2025. Investors participating in this round include Gobi Partners, ZC Capital, Boman Group, Nordic Commerce and Investment Promotion Association (NCIPA), FINWEX, Quest Enternal Group, and Infinite Labs. Following this round, YOMIRGO's total funding has reached $5 million.YOMIRGO is a blockchain-based AI agent asset and trading platform focused on connecting users and developers to build an efficient intelligent agent digital ecosystem. The platform offers comprehensive on-chain lifecycle management for AI agents, including trading, collaboration, and incentive allocation. Recently, YOMIRGO has demonstrated strong growth momentum, achieving several key milestones in August 2025: the successful launch of MAINNET 1.0 on August 3; the initiation of new website development and a major LAUNCHPAD project event on August 6; and the release of the YOMIRGO 2.0 Square concept product on August 8.With the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence technologies, AI agent trading platforms are emerging as a new focal point in the blockchain sector. This round of financing will further accelerate YOMIRGO's product development and market expansion, positioning the company to exert greater influence in the AI agent asset trading field.

According to media reports, LEGION secured $5 million in funding on August 20, 2025. The round included investments from VanEck, BH Digital, Coinbase Ventures, Kraken, and Crypto.com Capital, among others. With this round, LEGION's total funding has reached $7 million.LEGION is an innovative platform dedicated to enabling retail investors to participate in on-chain fundraising through compliant channels. The platform allows project teams to customize allocation, whitelist, and discount criteria based on investors' on-chain and off-chain data, thereby building an organic and loyal supporter community. Each user receives a Legion Score along with sub-scores and achievement metrics that comprehensively reflect their value contribution across different dimensions, effectively reducing bot and Sybil attack risks. Users' reputation scores dynamically adjust according to their level of support for investment projects, which effectively curbs short-term speculative behavior.Looking at its funding history, LEGION completed a $2 million seed round in August 2024 and has now raised an additional $5 million in this latest round, reflecting institutional recognition of its business model. As the crypto market continues to mature, compliant on-chain fundraising platforms are expected to play an increasingly important role. LEGION’s innovative model is poised to offer retail investors more opportunities to participate in high-quality project investments and contribute to the healthy development of the crypto industry.

According to industry reports, OVERTAKE secured $7 million in a Strategic funding round on August 20, 2025. Investors participating in this round include Sui, Immutable, Item Mania, ItemBay, JB Investment, and Green Whale Ventures, among others. With this round, OVERTAKE’s total cumulative funding has reached $7 million.OVERTAKE is a peer-to-peer gaming asset trading platform built on the Sui public blockchain, dedicated to providing users with streamlined trading services for in-game items, accounts, and currencies. The platform targets the multi-billion-dollar Web2 gaming asset market and employs multi-signature smart contract escrow mechanisms to ensure transaction security, while offering low transaction fees and instant settlement.It is noteworthy that, according to the project’s published roadmap, OVERTAKE plans to launch its platform token TAKE on August 25, 2025. The successful completion of this funding round not only demonstrates investor confidence in the gaming asset trading market but also reflects recognition of OVERTAKE’s innovative trading model. As blockchain technology continues to gain traction within the gaming industry, OVERTAKE is well positioned to deliver more secure and efficient solutions for traditional game asset transactions.

According to media reports, Cointel secured $7.4 million in a strategic funding round on August 20, 2025. Avalanche served as the lead investor in this round. Following this investment, Cointel’s total funding has reached $7.4 million.Cointel is a platform that provides real-time cryptocurrency insights and analytics, focusing on delivering market data, on-chain transparency analysis, and investment decision-making tools. The platform is dedicated to improving accessibility to cryptocurrency market data, while emphasizing user education and community development to help investors better understand and participate in the digital asset market.Against the backdrop of rapid growth in the cryptocurrency sector, demand for high-quality market data and analytical tools continues to rise. Cointel’s services directly address this critical market need. This funding round will further drive Cointel’s technological innovation, expand its product feature set, and enhance the user experience. By delivering more comprehensive and professional cryptocurrency market insights, Cointel is poised to secure a significant position in the digital asset analytics space.

According to industry media reports, Valantis Protocol completed the acquisition of stHYPE on August 19, 2025.stHYPE is a liquid staking solution operating on the Hyperliquid network. This acquisition holds significant strategic value for both Valantis Protocol and stHYPE. Through this transaction, Valantis Protocol will be able to expand its presence in the liquid staking sector, while stHYPE is expected to gain access to additional development resources and opportunities with the support of Valantis Protocol.With the growing demand for liquid staking solutions in the DeFi sector, such mergers and acquisitions are becoming an important trend in the industry’s evolution. This acquisition also reflects the market’s recognition of high-quality liquid staking solutions, and similar strategic integrations are expected to increase in the future.

According to industry sources, LYS Labs secured $4 million in funding on August 19, 2025. Investors in this round include Alchemy Ventures, Frachtis, Auros Ventures, as well as prominent individuals such as Forest Bai, Scott Moore, Michael Heinrich, Piers Kicks, Bruce Pon, and John Lilic. To date, LYS Labs’ total funding has reached $4 million.LYS Labs is an innovative project focused on optimizing staking and restaking processes within the cryptocurrency sector. Its core product is a liquidity modal derivative (LMD) built on Ethereum, realized through a new financial instrument called whyETH. The protocol is distinguished by its seamless integration with major staking service providers and restaking platforms, and is strongly supported by the EigenLayer restaking protocol.As the DeFi sector continues its rapid growth, staking and restaking have become key methods for users to generate returns. LYS Labs’ innovative solutions not only enhance capital efficiency but also offer users greater flexibility in staking options. This funding round will further advance LYS Labs’ product development and market expansion, potentially creating new opportunities in the cryptocurrency staking market.

According to media reports, o1.exchange completed a $4.2 million funding round on August 19, 2025. Investors in this round include Coinbase Ventures and Alliance. Following this financing, o1.exchange's total funding has reached $4.2 million.o1.exchange is a decentralized exchange offering AI-powered market insights, self-custody wallets, and anti-MEV protection features. As a next-generation decentralized trading platform, o1.exchange leverages artificial intelligence technology to deliver more intelligent market analysis for traders, while prioritizing asset security by adopting a self-custody wallet model to ensure users maintain full control over their assets. Notably, its innovative anti-MEV protection mechanism effectively prevents users from being subjected to front-running and other unfair trading practices.Against the backdrop of rapid growth in the DeFi market, this funding round for o1.exchange reflects investor confidence in new decentralized trading infrastructure. As the cryptocurrency market continues to mature and user demands for trading experience and security increase, innovative platforms like o1.exchange—combining AI technology with enhanced security—are expected to have greater growth potential in the future.

According to industry sources, IVIX completed a $60 million Series B financing round on August 18, 2025. The round was co-led by OG Venture Partners, Insight Partners, and Citi Ventures, with Team8, Disruptive AI, Cardumen Capital, and Crca participating as follow-on investors. Following this transaction, IVIX’s total funding has reached $60 million.IVIX is a blockchain project focused on the Web3 sector, dedicated to detecting financial crime and narrowing the tax gap in the digital era through transparent data tracking and decentralized compliance solutions. As digital assets and cryptocurrencies develop rapidly, issues surrounding financial crime and tax compliance have become increasingly prominent. IVIX’s solutions aim to support regulatory authorities and financial institutions in addressing these challenges, contributing to the development of a healthier cryptocurrency ecosystem.This financing round reflects sustained investor confidence in the fintech and blockchain compliance sectors. As an innovative technology company, IVIX will leverage the new capital to further expand its technological advantages, enhance product capabilities, and accelerate global market expansion. Against the backdrop of rapid growth in the digital economy, IVIX’s solutions play a significant role in fostering healthy industry development.

According to relevant media reports, Block Earner completed an $8 million funding round on August 18, 2025. The investment was led by King River Capital. Following this round, Block Earner's total cumulative funding has reached $14.4 million.Block Earner is a fintech company headquartered in Australia, with core operations driven by blockchain technology. The company is dedicated to providing retail investors with convenient access to digital currencies and decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms, particularly targeting investment tools that were previously accessible only to cryptocurrency professionals and technical experts.In terms of company development, Block Earner completed a $6.4 million seed round in October 2021 and has maintained steady growth since then. The successful completion of this funding round not only demonstrates investor confidence in the company's business model but also reflects the accelerating trend of traditional finance transitioning to digital finance. As blockchain technology continues to mature and the digital asset market becomes more regulated, fintech companies like Block Earner are expected to play an increasingly significant role in bridging traditional investors with the digital asset ecosystem.

According to media reports, Almanak raised $8.45 million in funding on August 16, 2025. Investors in this round include HashKey Capital, Bankless Ventures, Shima Capital, Delphi Labs, RockawayX, NEAR Foundation, Matrix Partners, Appworks, and Sparkle Ventures. Following this round, Almanak's total cumulative funding has reached $8.45 million.Almanak is a project focused on Web3 simulation infrastructure, leveraging agent-based modeling technology to optimize DeFi and gaming projects. The platform's primary objective is to maximize the profitability of crypto protocols while ensuring economic security. Against the backdrop of rapid development in the current Web3 ecosystem, demand for optimization in DeFi and gaming projects continues to grow, and Almanak's solutions address this market need. By providing specialized simulation tools and infrastructure, Almanak is well-positioned to help more projects enhance their operational efficiency and the sustainability of their economic models.The completion of this funding round not only demonstrates investor confidence in Almanak's business model but also reflects ongoing market attention to Web3 infrastructure development. As the crypto industry continues to mature, infrastructure projects like Almanak are expected to play an increasingly important role in driving industry growth.

According to media reports, Hyperbeat raised $5.2 million in a Seed funding round on August 15, 2025. Investors participating in this round include Electric Capital, ether.fi Ventures, Coinbase Ventures, Maelstrom Capital, Anchorage, Chapter One, and Selini Capital. Following this transaction, Hyperbeat’s total funding reached $5.2 million.Hyperbeat is a native protocol focused on scaling HyperliquidX and HyperEVM. The project operates several community initiatives, including validator nodes and liquidity strategies. Users can support network operations and earn rewards by staking $HYPE tokens. As blockchain technology continues to evolve, scalability has become a central industry focus. Hyperbeat’s solutions aim to deliver enhanced scalability to the blockchain ecosystem and provide an improved user experience.The completion of this funding round demonstrates continued investor confidence in blockchain scaling solutions and underscores the market’s strong demand for high-performance blockchain infrastructure. With the infusion of capital, Hyperbeat plans to further strengthen its technology development, expand its community, and drive large-scale adoption of blockchain technology.

According to industry reports, RICE AI completed its Series A funding round on August 15, 2025. The round saw participation from FLOKI, DWF Labs, TokenFi, EnHeng, CRG, Vibe Labs, Overdose AI, among others.RICE AI is dedicated to achieving next-generation AI breakthroughs—specifically AGI robots—through a decentralized ecosystem. The project aims to unlock the potential of the future robotics labor market, estimated to be worth up to $45 trillion. RICE AI demonstrates innovative thinking in the integration of artificial intelligence and robotics technology, and is positioned to drive transformative progress in the rapidly evolving AI sector.Notably, following the completion of this funding round, RICE AI officially commenced trading on August 18, 2025. This development marks a new phase for the project and reflects growing market recognition. As artificial intelligence technology advances and robotic applications expand, RICE AI's growth prospects appear promising. By advancing AGI robot development through decentralization, the project is expected not only to foster technological innovation but also potentially introduce new development models for the entire industry.

According to media reports, Galaxy Digital secured $1.4 billion in post-IPO financing on August 15, 2025. Following this round, Galaxy Digital’s total fundraising has reached $1.9 billion.Galaxy Digital (Ticker: GLXY) is a technology-driven financial services and investment management firm that provides comprehensive financial solutions across the digital asset ecosystem for institutional and direct clients. The company operates five synergistic business lines: trading, asset management, principal investments, investment banking, and mining. As a Nasdaq-listed company, Galaxy Digital holds a significant position in the digital asset industry. This latest financing round not only demonstrates investor confidence in the company’s growth prospects but also reflects ongoing interest from traditional financial institutions in the digital asset sector.Amid the ongoing maturation of the digital asset market, Galaxy Digital’s diversified business structure enables it to deliver more comprehensive services to its clients. This financing will further strengthen the company’s market competitiveness and drive innovation within the digital asset ecosystem, with the potential to generate broader positive impacts across the industry.

According to industry sources, Mesh completed a new round of financing on August 14, 2025. This round attracted investment from Coinbase Ventures, PayPal Ventures, major exchanges, Kingsway Capital, Uphold, SBI Ven Capital, Overlook Ventures, Moderne Ventures, and CE Ventures. To date, Mesh has raised a total of $110.5 million.Founded in 2020, Mesh is a modern financial operating system focused on building an open, interconnected, and secure financial ecosystem. The platform offers enterprise clients solutions for digital asset transfers, cryptocurrency payments, account aggregation, and registered securities trading. By integrating with over 300 platforms—including Robinhood, major exchanges, and MetaMask—Mesh is advancing a more open, connected, and secure embedded financial ecosystem for businesses and users.Reviewing Mesh's development trajectory, the project has completed several funding rounds over the past two years: a $22 million Series A in September 2023, $6.5 million in January 2024, strategic financing in August 2024, and an $82 million Series B in March 2025. Mesh’s ongoing support from institutional investors highlights the market’s positive outlook on financial infrastructure innovation and reflects the increasing emphasis traditional financial institutions are placing on blockchain technology integration.

According to media reports, Sola AI completed a $17.5 million Series A funding round on August 14, 2025. The round was led by renowned investment firm Andreessen Horowitz. With this financing, Sola AI’s total funding to date has reached $17.5 million.Sola AI is a personalized voice assistant platform built on the Solana blockchain. The platform integrates GPT-4 and Tavily technologies to deliver precise, context-aware analysis of real-time Solana data, enabling deeper insights and workflow automation. Key features include web data integration, rapid responses to general queries, task management via Google Calendar, and enhanced gaming experiences through Solana Blinks.As artificial intelligence and blockchain technologies become increasingly integrated, Sola AI’s development represents an innovative direction for the next generation of blockchain applications. This funding will support further product enhancement, market expansion, and promote broader adoption of blockchain technology in everyday life. As an innovative platform that brings together multiple cutting-edge technologies, Sola AI is poised to play a significant role in the future blockchain application ecosystem.

According to media reports, H100 Group secured $6.84 million in post-IPO financing on August 13, 2025. Following this round, the company’s total cumulative financing has reached $18.24 million.H100 Group is a Sweden-listed company (NGM: H100) specializing in health technology services and corporate financing advisory. The company provides digital solutions for clients in entertainment, gaming, e-commerce, and fintech sectors, and includes Bitcoin as part of its financial reserves. Notably, the company has demonstrated rapid growth, being included in the MSCI Global Micro Cap Index on August 26, 2025, signaling its rising influence in the capital markets.According to the latest announcement, H100 Group increased its Bitcoin holdings by 46 BTC on August 27, 2025, bringing its total holdings to 957.5 BTC. This indicates the company is actively implementing its digital asset strategy. Previously, on August 4, 2025, the company raised approximately $2.2 million to expand its Bitcoin holdings and completed a private placement at the end of July. These initiatives reflect H100 Group’s proactive approach to digital assets alongside the development of its traditional business, demonstrating forward-looking thinking in financial innovation.

According to media reports, Caesar completed its Community funding round on August 13, 2025. Investors in this round include dingaling, Michael Heinrich, s4mmy, Dith, Daniel Fritsche, Jacob Brown, as well as prominent backers such as @superbnormal, @BeskarCapital, @peregrineXBT, and @carrollroberts.Caesar is an AI-powered deep research assistant supported by cryptocurrency. The project is committed to providing users with comprehensive protocol risk assessments and integrated AI-driven research analysis, with all responses backed by rigorous citations. Notably, Caesar will officially launch its trading functionality on August 18, 2025, marking a new phase in the project’s development.Amid rapid advancements in AI technology, innovative applications that integrate AI with the cryptocurrency sector are drawing increasing market attention. As an AI assistant focused on deep research, Caesar not only enables users to better understand and assess various cryptocurrency protocols but also provides the industry with more professional and reliable research support. The completion of this funding round will further accelerate Caesar’s progress in technology development and market expansion, contributing to the healthy growth of the cryptocurrency industry.

According to media reports, HolmesAI completed a $3 million Seed Plus funding round on August 13, 2025. The round was jointly funded by Waterdrip Capital, Cryptogram Venture, and Bitrise Capital. Following this investment, HolmesAI's total funding has reached $3 million.HolmesAI is an innovative technology company specializing in the development of personalized AI agents. Its core product, Persona, is designed to help users replicate their own cognitive patterns and intelligence, creating AI agents that "think as users do and execute as users intend." By building personalized knowledge bases, Persona enables AI agents across various industries to achieve a high degree of human-like personalization, fundamentally addressing the lack of individuality in traditional AI agents.Amid rapid advances in AI technology, demand for personalized AI agents continues to rise. HolmesAI’s innovative solutions not only enhance operational efficiency but also deliver AI services tailored to individual user needs. This funding round will support HolmesAI in further improving product functionality, expanding market share, and driving the development of personalized AI applications.

According to industry reports, Mecka.AI completed an $8 million seed funding round on August 13, 2025. The round was led by Neo, SV Angel, and Offline Ventures, with notable participation from investors including Jason Choi, Vance Spencer, Andrew Kang, Rajiv Patel-O'Connor, and Kevin Hartz. Following this round, Mecka.AI's total funding has reached $8 million.Mecka.AI is an innovative platform focused on AI robotics technology, utilizing tokenomics to generate high-quality humanoid robot training data. The project is pioneering a revolutionary "play-to-earn" ecosystem that integrates real-world elements with cutting-edge humanoid robotics, redefining the boundaries of traditional gaming. Against the backdrop of rapid advancements in artificial intelligence and robotics, Mecka.AI’s innovative model is expected to enhance the quality of humanoid robot training data and deliver positive impact across the industry.This funding round demonstrates strong investor confidence in the AI robotics sector and underscores the market's recognition of the need for high-quality training data. With the completion of this funding, Mecka.AI plans to further strengthen its technology development, expand its ecosystem, and drive progress and innovation in humanoid robotics technology.

According to relevant media reports, ZeroDev was acquired by Arbitrum / Offchain Labs on August 13, 2025. This acquisition marks a significant strategic move for the Arbitrum ecosystem in the account abstraction sector.ZeroDev is an SDK based on account abstraction (ERC-4337) technology, focused on providing developers with solutions for building wallets and decentralized applications. Its products primarily serve various use cases, including Web2.5 applications, wallet applications, user onboarding tools, DeFi applications, cryptocurrency on-ramps, and NFT marketplaces. Kernel, a key project of ZeroDev, is dedicated to offering developers essential infrastructure and tool support for integrating account abstraction.The acquisition by Arbitrum is expected to provide ZeroDev with additional resources, further enhancing its technological capabilities and market competitiveness in account abstraction. As blockchain technology continues to evolve, account abstraction is increasingly recognized as a critical technology for improving user experience. This acquisition also reflects Arbitrum’s ongoing investment in Layer 2 ecosystem development and is likely to drive the industry toward more user-friendly solutions.

According to media reports, PublicAI completed a $2 million public sale financing round on August 13, 2025. With this round, PublicAI’s total funding has reached $12 million.PublicAI, based in the San Francisco Bay Area, is a technology company focused on providing high-quality on-demand AI training data services while creating monetization opportunities for users worldwide. The project aims to address the growing demand for high-quality AI data across various organizations and generate significant income opportunities for individual users.Public records indicate a clear trajectory for PublicAI: it closed a $2 million seed round in January 2024, secured $8 million in Series A funding in June 2025, and now has completed this public sale. Notably, just two days after this latest funding round, on August 15, 2025, the PUBLIC token began trading on major exchanges.Amid rapid advancements in AI technology, high-quality training data has become a critical factor for AI development. Through its innovative business model, PublicAI not only addresses the data needs of the AI industry but also offers global users the opportunity to participate in the growth of AI, underscoring its significant value within the AI ecosystem.

According to media reports, SHRAPNEL completed a $19.5 million funding round on August 13, 2025. This round saw participation from institutions including Gala Games, Griffin Gaming Partners, and Polychain Capital. Following this round, SHRAPNEL's total funding has reached $57 million.SHRAPNEL is a blockchain-based AAA first-person shooter that seamlessly integrates skill-based competition, creative modding tools, and true digital ownership. As a competitive multiplayer game, SHRAPNEL offers a comprehensive suite of user-generated content tools, merging combat, creation, strategy, and social interaction to foster a player-driven community that shapes the platform's direction.Since its inception in 2021, SHRAPNEL has consistently attracted capital market interest. The project secured its initial $10.5 million funding in November 2021, followed by a $7 million private round in April 2022, and a $20 million Series A round in October 2023. In November 2023, SHRAPNEL's token, SHRAP, began trading on major exchanges. The successful completion of this latest funding round further validates market confidence in the SHRAPNEL project and will support its continued expansion in the Web3 gaming sector.

According to media reports, Riva secured $3 million in seed funding on August 12, 2025. Investors in this round include Project A Ventures, Revolut, J.P. Morgan, and Monzo. Following this round, Riva’s total funding has reached $3 million.Riva is a Web3 project focused on addressing payment challenges. The project leverages blockchain technology and centers its applications around stablecoins to power its international payment infrastructure. With the growing global demand for cross-border payments, blockchain-based payment solutions are receiving increasing attention. Against the backdrop of inefficiencies and high costs in traditional payment systems, Riva’s solution stands out as particularly significant.Notably, this funding round attracted support from traditional financial giant J.P. Morgan and leading fintech companies Revolut and Monzo, reflecting the growing recognition of blockchain payment solutions among established financial institutions. The proceeds will enable Riva to further enhance its payment infrastructure and drive innovation in the global payments industry.

According to media reports, HoneyCoin raised $4.9 million in a Seed funding round on August 12, 2025. Investors in this round include Flourish Ventures, Visa, and TLcom Capital. Following this round, HoneyCoin’s total funding reached $4.9 million.HoneyCoin, headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, is a blockchain fintech company focused on building an open monetary operating system that integrates fiat currency with blockchain infrastructure to streamline cross-border payments and financial services. In Africa, cross-border payments and financial services have long faced challenges such as low efficiency and high costs. HoneyCoin’s innovative solutions are expected to deliver more convenient and efficient financial services across the continent. Notably, the participation of payments giant Visa provides HoneyCoin not only with capital support but also access to Visa’s global payments network and technical expertise, accelerating product development and market expansion. The funds raised will primarily be allocated to technology development, market expansion, and team building, supporting HoneyCoin in achieving greater breakthroughs within Africa’s fintech sector.

According to industry sources, Thumzup Media Corporation secured $50 million in post-IPO financing on August 12, 2025. Following this round, the company’s total cumulative funding has reached $50 million.Thumzup (Nasdaq: TZUP) is a social media marketing platform that enables users to earn cash by sharing advertiser content. Notably, public disclosures indicate that Thumzup plans to purchase 2,500 DOGE mining machines on September 5, 2025, and to increase its holdings in cryptocurrencies such as SOL, LTC, XRP, and ETH. This demonstrates the company’s proactive expansion into the digital asset sector and its efforts to diversify its business portfolio. This strategic initiative not only helps mitigate investment risk but also positions the company to capitalize on opportunities in the rapidly evolving digital economy.As the integration between social media marketing and digital assets deepens, Thumzup’s innovative business model and strategic positioning may unlock significant growth potential. The completion of this financing round will further strengthen the company’s capital base and support its continued development in both social media marketing and digital assets.

According to media reports, Transak secured $16 million in funding on August 12, 2025. Investors in this round include IDG Capital, Tether, 1kx, Primal Capital, Protein Capital, and Fuel Ventures. With this round, Transak’s total funding has reached $36.66 million.Transak is an integrated platform that provides fiat-to-crypto on-ramp and off-ramp solutions for applications. The platform supports over 130 crypto assets through API-driven fiat payment methods, streamlining complex processes such as user KYC, risk monitoring, compliance, payment methods, and customer support. Developers can integrate Transak’s modules into their applications with just a few lines of code.In terms of its funding history, Transak completed a $660,000 seed round in March 2021 and a $20 million Series A in May 2023. This latest round marks another significant milestone in its ongoing development. The series of funding rounds reflects strong investor confidence in the crypto payments infrastructure sector. As the cryptocurrency industry continues to evolve, simple and user-friendly fiat-to-crypto conversion solutions are expected to play an increasingly important role, positioning Transak as a key player in this field.

According to industry reports, ETHZilla secured $425 million in post-IPO financing on August 11, 2025. Investors participating in this round included Electric Capital, Borderless Capital, Polychain, and Harbour Island. Following this round, ETHZilla’s total cumulative financing reached $425 million.ETHZilla (Ticker: ATNF) is an Ethereum asset management company dedicated to providing investors with expanded market exposure through investments in Ethereum (ETH). As the Ethereum ecosystem continues to evolve, ETHZilla has demonstrated robust growth momentum. After this financing round, the company rapidly expanded its Ethereum holdings, reflecting an aggressive market positioning strategy.Notably, within just one month of the financing, ETHZilla achieved several significant milestones. On August 14, the company’s ETH holdings increased to approximately 82,200, surpassing BTCS to become the tenth-largest institutional holder of Ethereum. By August 18, the company changed its ticker symbol to “ETHZ,” with ETH holdings further rising to 94,675. On August 25, the company approved a $250 million share repurchase program, with ETH holdings exceeding 100,000. The latest updates indicate that the company plans to allocate $100 million to EtherFi for re-staking operations, further strengthening its presence within the Ethereum ecosystem. This series of initiatives underscores ETHZilla’s leading position in Ethereum asset management and its long-term confidence in the sector.

According to media reports, IP Strategy completed a $220 million financing round on August 11, 2025. The round was led by prominent investment firm Andreessen Horowitz, with participation from Amber Group, Arrington Capital, dao5, Hashed, Mirana Ventures, Polychain, Selini Capital, Neoclassic Capital, and STIX. Following this round, IP Strategy’s total cumulative funding reached $220 million.IP Strategy (NASDAQ: IPST) is an innovative craft beer company distinguished by its integration of traditional alcohol manufacturing with cryptocurrency culture. Its flagship products include specialty beverages such as Bitcoin-themed bourbon whiskey, and the company actively fosters a community culture through initiatives like Dogecoin giveaways. Notably, two weeks after completing this financing round—on August 25, 2025—the company executed an additional $223.8 million private placement and currently holds $320 million worth of IP tokens, demonstrating robust growth momentum.This financing round highlights the increasing investor interest in innovative business models that merge the traditional alcoholic beverage sector with blockchain technology. By combining traditional craftsmanship with modern technology, IP Strategy has not only pioneered a unique commercial model but also provided new perspectives for the digital transformation of traditional manufacturing industries.

According to industry reports, Web3 education infrastructure platform HackQuest completed a $4.1 million Pre-A funding round on August 9, 2025. Investors in this round include Open Campus, Animoca Ventures, HashKey Capital, STEPN, Gate Ventures, Outlier Ventures, and ByteTrade, with individual participation from Scott Moore and YY. Following this round, HackQuest’s total funding has reached $5.2 million.HackQuest is an integrated education infrastructure platform focused on Web3 development, dedicated to providing comprehensive Web3 learning solutions for both developers and non-developers, thereby lowering the barrier to entry into Web3 development. Since its inception, the project has seen rapid growth, completing a $1.1 million seed round in February 2024 and securing strategic funding in November of the same year. The completion of this Pre-A round further validates market confidence in the Web3 education sector.As Web3 technology continues to advance rapidly, demand for related talent is on the rise. HackQuest addresses key challenges in Web3 talent development by offering systematic educational infrastructure. Proceeds from this round will be used to further enhance product features, expand the user base, and strengthen collaboration with the global Web3 ecosystem. Against the backdrop of rapid growth in the Web3 education sector, HackQuest’s development is expected to make a significant contribution to talent cultivation across the industry.

According to media reports, Hylo completed a $1.5 million Seed funding round on August 8, 2025. Investors in this round include Robot Ventures, Solana Ventures, and Colosseum. With this transaction, Hylo’s total funding has reached $1.5 million.Hylo is a decentralized stablecoin system built around two symbiotic tokens: hyUSD and xSOL. hyUSD is a stablecoin backed by Solana liquid staking tokens (LSTs), while xSOL is a tokenized asset designed to provide users with long-term leveraged exposure to SOL. As the cryptocurrency market continues to evolve, stablecoins are playing an increasingly critical role within the ecosystem. Hylo’s innovative solution offers users expanded liquidity options and further strengthens the financial infrastructure of the Solana ecosystem. The proceeds from this funding round will enable Hylo to enhance its product features, improve system security, and expand its influence within the decentralized finance sector.

According to media reports, Zoth secured $15 million in a Strategic funding round on August 8, 2025. The investment was led by Bolts Capital. With this round, Zoth’s total funding has reached $21.5 million.Zoth is an ecosystem connecting traditional finance with on-chain liquidity and real-world assets (RWAs). Its flagship product, ZOTH – Fixed Income (ZOTH-FI), is an institutional-grade fixed income marketplace that brings real-world assets such as cross-border trade finance, government bonds, and sovereign debt onto the blockchain. The platform aims to bridge traditional finance and digital assets, driving financial innovation.Notably, Zoth has completed multiple funding rounds over the past year. The project raised $2.5 million in a seed round in April 2024, followed by $4 million in strategic funding in August 2024. Although the project experienced a $8.4 million hack in March 2025, the team responded quickly with enhanced security measures. This latest round of funding demonstrates continued investor confidence in Zoth’s prospects in the RWA sector. As demand for on-chain real-world assets increases, Zoth is well positioned to play a significant role in the digitization of traditional assets.

According to media reports, Cool Cats completed a Strategic round of financing on August 8, 2025. The investment was led by Animoca Brands.Cool Cats is a collection of 9,999 randomly generated and stylistically curated NFTs on the Ethereum blockchain. As one of the world’s leading NFT brands, Cool Cats offers its holders exclusive opportunities to participate in NFT claims, raffles, and community giveaways. The project is committed to evolving into a global NFT brand and a robust media content company.Reviewing its funding history, Cool Cats has maintained a steady pace of development over the past several years. Following two financing rounds in October 2022 and November 2023, this latest strategic investment from the prominent blockchain investment firm Animoca Brands further validates the project’s growth potential. This funding will support Cool Cats in expanding its influence within the NFT market and accelerating the development of its media content business. Against the backdrop of ongoing growth in the NFT sector, Cool Cats’ unique artistic style and community-driven model are expected to drive further innovation across the industry.

According to industry sources, Perle secured $9 million in Seed funding on August 7, 2025. The investment round was led by Framework Ventures. With this latest round, Perle’s total funding has reached $16 million.Perle is an innovative company focused on developing professional AI applications, distinguished by its approach of employing human experts to annotate large-scale datasets. The company compensates overseas experts participating in its "human-machine collaboration" AI services with cryptocurrency, effectively integrating human expertise with advanced AI technology. Notably, Perle previously operated under the brand name Kiva AI and completed its rebranding in February 2025. Prior to this, the company raised $7 million in Seed funding in October 2024.As AI technology advances rapidly, high-quality data annotation has become increasingly critical for improving the accuracy and utility of AI models. Through its innovative human-machine collaboration model and cryptocurrency-based incentive mechanism, Perle not only addresses traditional challenges in data annotation quality but also creates new employment opportunities for global professionals. This approach is expected to establish a new paradigm in the AI sector, driving the development of more specialized and precise AI applications.

According to industry sources, TradeTide AI completed its Seed funding round on August 7, 2025. Investors in this round include CatcherVC, Cryptogram Venture, Stratified Capital, K24 Ventures, and Candaq Fintech Group. Following this round, the project’s valuation reached $20 million.TradeTide AI is an AI-powered cryptocurrency strategy platform that leverages artificial intelligence for trend forecasting, strategy formulation, and cross-chain execution. Through intelligent automation and deeply integrated native encryption, the platform delivers professional trading strategy services to users. As demand for intelligent trading continues to grow in the current crypto market, TradeTide AI’s innovative solutions are increasingly significant. Products that combine AI and cryptocurrency not only help investors better capture market opportunities but also reduce trading risk and improve investment efficiency.With the ongoing maturation of the cryptocurrency market, AI-driven trading strategy platforms are becoming a focal point for market participants. The completion of this funding round demonstrates investor confidence in TradeTide AI’s technological capabilities and growth prospects, and signals new development opportunities ahead in the AI-powered crypto trading sector.

According to media reports, Juicy.meme raised $400,000 in a Pre-Seed funding round on August 7, 2025. The investment was led by Ju Ventures. Following this round, Juicy.meme’s total funding has reached $400,000, with its latest valuation at $8 million.Juicy.meme is a fair launch platform for meme tokens focused on the Juchain ecosystem. As the cryptocurrency market evolves, the meme token sector continues to attract investor attention. By offering a fair launch mechanism, Juicy.meme aims to drive further innovation and vitality within the Juchain ecosystem. The platform’s development not only supports the standardization of the meme token market but also provides new growth opportunities for Juchain’s expansion. This funding round will enable Juicy.meme to further enhance its product features, improve user experience, and expand its market presence.Amid the ongoing momentum of meme tokens in the Web3 sector, Juicy.meme’s development is well-timed. Its innovative model is expected to provide a more transparent and equitable environment for meme token issuance, delivering higher-quality investment opportunities for investors.

According to relevant media reports, Bit2Me secured $34.88 million in financing on August 7, 2025. The sole investor in this round was Tether. Following this investment, Bit2Me’s total accumulated financing has reached $71.02 million.Bit2Me is a Spanish cryptocurrency exchange platform that enables users to purchase cryptocurrencies via bank transfer. As a leading cryptocurrency exchange in Spain, Bit2Me has demonstrated steady growth in recent years. Reviewing its funding history, the company raised €20 million through an ICO in September 2021, followed by a $15 million financing round in June 2023, and now the latest investment from Tether. In November 2021, the company launched trading for its native token, B2M, marking further business expansion.This strategic investment from stablecoin giant Tether not only underscores market recognition of Bit2Me’s growth prospects but also highlights the increasing emphasis traditional cryptocurrency companies place on compliant trading platforms. Against the backdrop of growing regulatory clarity in the global cryptocurrency market, exchanges with compliance advantages are poised to capture greater opportunities. As a key player in the Spanish market, Bit2Me is expected to leverage this round of financing to further expand its market share, enhance user experience, and strengthen its influence within the European cryptocurrency sector.

According to industry reports, BlindPay completed a $3.3 million Seed funding round on August 7, 2025. The round was led by prominent institutions including Bitso, Y Combinator, 468 Capital, and Transfero. Notable investors such as Jawed Karim, Raphael Dyxklay, and Caetano Lacerda also participated. Following this round, BlindPay's total funding has reached $3.3 million.BlindPay is a platform enabling enterprises to conduct global payments using stablecoins and fiat currencies across multiple blockchain networks. The platform offers API infrastructure to facilitate system integration and is equipped to handle compliance and regulatory requirements. BlindPay’s system supports local payment channels, fiat gateways, and cross-border transactions, providing developers with a comprehensive SDK toolkit.Notably, shortly after completing this funding round, BlindPay launched a virtual account service with naming functionality on August 20, 2025, further enhancing its payment infrastructure. As demand for cross-border payments continues to grow and the adoption of digital currencies in international trade expands, innovative payment solutions such as BlindPay are expected to play a pivotal role in driving the digital transformation of the payments industry.

According to industry sources, Lightnet secured $5 million in strategic financing on August 7, 2025. The investment was led by Easou Technology. Following this round, Lightnet’s total cumulative financing has reached $86.2 million.Lightnet is a Singapore-based fintech company focused on providing financial services to the unbanked and underbanked populations in Asia. The company leverages advanced blockchain technology to connect multiple financial networks with non-bank agents and fiat currency transaction networks, effectively bridging the gap between digital transactions and traditional banking services.Lightnet has made significant progress in its financing history over the past few years. In January 2020, the company completed a $31.2 million Series A funding round, followed by an additional $50 million raised in August 2022. The completion of this strategic round further validates market recognition of innovative cross-border payment solutions and will support Lightnet in enhancing the efficiency, convenience, and cost-effectiveness of its cross-border remittance services, enabling broader access to inclusive financial services.

According to media reports, Rail was acquired by Ripple for $200 million on August 7, 2025. Following this transaction, Rail's total accumulated funding reached $210.7 million.Rail is a technology company specializing in payment infrastructure, dedicated to enabling fast, secure, and borderless capital flows worldwide. By integrating traditional banking systems with digital currency technologies such as stablecoins, Rail empowers fintech companies and enterprises with seamless connectivity, efficient scalability, and opportunities for innovative growth.According to its funding history, Rail has undergone several significant development stages: the company initially operated under the brand Layer2 Financial and completed a $10.7 million Series A round in July 2024. In October 2024, it officially rebranded as Rail. The recent acquisition by Ripple marks an important milestone for Rail in the payment infrastructure sector.This merger holds significant implications for the payments industry. Through integration with Ripple, Rail is expected to further strengthen its technological advantages in cross-border payments, providing more convenient and cost-effective payment solutions for enterprises and users. This development also highlights the accelerating trend of convergence between traditional finance and blockchain technology.

According to media reports, BOB raised $9.5 million in a new funding round on August 7, 2025. Investors in this round include Anchorage, Amber Group, Castle Island, Ledger, RockawayX, and Sats Ventures, among others. With this round, BOB's total cumulative funding has reached $21.1 million.BOB (Build On Bitcoin) is an EVM rollup technology stack with native Bitcoin support, dedicated to building decentralized applications on the Bitcoin ecosystem, leveraging protocols such as Ordinals, Lightning, and Nostr. Since its inception, BOB has experienced rapid growth: it completed a $10 million funding round in March 2024 and subsequently launched its mainnet in May 2024. In July of the same year, the project secured an additional $1.6 million in funding, demonstrating robust development momentum.The successful completion of this funding round not only reflects investor confidence in BOB's technical capabilities and growth prospects but also underscores the market's continued interest in scalability solutions for the Bitcoin ecosystem. As a critical infrastructure bridging the Bitcoin network and the EVM ecosystem, BOB is expected to play a significant role in advancing the expansion of Bitcoin network functionalities and application scenarios.

According to industry sources, Multiple Network completed its strategic funding round on August 7, 2025. Investors in this round include Gate Labs, 071labs, and IBC Group, among others. The total funding raised by Multiple Network has now reached $2 million.Multiple Network is an AI-focused Web3 privacy acceleration solution that leverages P2P and SD-WAN technologies to deliver privacy protection and data acceleration services. By aggregating bandwidth from distributed nodes, the platform enables anonymous communication and encrypted data transmission. Its technology provides higher bandwidth and lower latency, making it widely applicable to AI model calls, search engine interactions, and large-scale sensitive data encryption and acceleration. This enhances both the efficiency and security of AI model training and inference.In terms of development milestones, Multiple Network completed its seed round as early as June 2021 and successfully launched its mainnet in March 2022. In July 2024, the project secured another $2 million in seed funding. Notably, following the latest strategic funding, Multiple Network will conduct a token airdrop on August 18, 2025, with its native token MTP set to list on major exchanges on August 25, 2025. This series of strategic initiatives demonstrates the project's long-term vision in the Web3 privacy computing sector and highlights investor confidence in its technological innovation and market potential.

According to industry reports, Satsuma Technology Plc completed a $217.6 million post-IPO financing round on August 6, 2025. Leading institutional investors in this round included Pantera Capital, ParaFi Capital, Digital Currency Group, and Kraken. Following this transaction, Satsuma Technology Plc’s total cumulative funding reached $352.8 million.Satsuma Technology Plc (formerly Tao Alpha) is a technology company listed on the London Stock Exchange (ticker: SATS.L). The company’s core business encompasses building infrastructure and proxy applications on the Bittensor network, investing in high-potential subnets, and developing specialized AI agents capable of generating revenue within the network. Notably, on July 14, 2025, the company announced its initial purchase of 28.56 bitcoins, signaling an active expansion into digital assets.With the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence technology, demand for AI infrastructure and specialized agent services continues to grow. This latest financing will further strengthen Satsuma Technology’s capabilities in AI infrastructure development and professional agent creation, positioning the company to drive technological innovation and real-world adoption across the industry. As a publicly listed company proactively embracing new technologies, Satsuma Technology also reflects traditional financial markets’ recognition and support for the integration of AI and blockchain technologies.

According to media reports, BayesMarket secured $2 million in strategic funding on August 6, 2025. Investors in this round include GreenVision Fund, Jkapital Ltd., and Bearcat. Following this round, BayesMarket’s total funding has reached $2 million.BayesMarket is a decentralized prediction market platform focused on transforming public opinion into quantifiable and tradable signals. Leveraging automated prediction market makers (APMMs) and AI-driven intelligent recommendation systems, the platform enables users to make flexible and accurate forecasts on real-world events across finance, politics, and technology.Notably, prior to this funding round, BayesMarket officially launched its prediction market platform on July 21, 2025. As an emerging financial innovation tool, prediction markets aggregate dispersed market information and collective intelligence to provide users with more accurate event forecasting. With the advancement of blockchain technology and the growing adoption of decentralized applications, prediction markets are expected to play a significant role in the innovation of financial derivatives. This funding will further support BayesMarket’s development in product innovation, market expansion, and ecosystem building.

According to media reports, SuperGaming secured $15 million in Series B funding on August 6, 2025. Investors in this round include Skycatcher, Steadview Capital, P2 Ventures, Speedrun, Bandai Namco 021 Fund, and Neowiz. With this latest round, SuperGaming’s total funding has reached $15 million.SuperGaming is an India-based game studio focused on developing Web3 games. The company is committed to delivering cross-platform, fair, and engaging gaming experiences, leveraging blockchain technology to drive innovation in gaming. Notably, as the Web3 gaming market rapidly evolves, an increasing number of traditional game companies are entering this sector. The participation of Bandai Namco’s fund in this round not only underscores capital market confidence in Web3 gaming but also highlights the strategic positioning of established industry players within this emerging field.This funding round will enable SuperGaming to further expand its presence in the Web3 gaming sector and accelerate both product development and market expansion. As Web3 gaming becomes a new trend within the industry, SuperGaming’s progress warrants ongoing attention.

According to media reports, ZOOZ Power Ltd. completed a $5 million post-IPO financing round on August 6, 2025. Following this round, the company’s total cumulative financing has reached $5 million.ZOOZ Power (Nasdaq: ZOOZ) is a publicly listed energy technology company specializing in flywheel energy storage systems, primarily serving electric vehicle charging infrastructure development and addressing grid capacity shortages. The company is actively deploying projects globally. Notably, on July 29, 2025, ZOOZ Power raised $180 million through a share offering, with plans to establish a Bitcoin reserve vault—demonstrating the company’s proactive expansion into digital assets beyond its traditional energy technology business.Amid the rapid growth of the global electric vehicle industry and increasing demand for sustainable energy solutions, ZOOZ Power’s flywheel storage technology provides innovative solutions for EV charging infrastructure. This financing will further enhance the company’s market competitiveness, drive global business expansion and technological innovation, and also reflects sustained investor confidence in the new energy infrastructure sector.

According to media reports, Doppler Finance completed a $3 million Seed funding round on August 6, 2025. Investors in this round included Reforge, Digital Currency Group, Maven 11, HashKey Capital, GSR, Flowdesk, Keyrock, Cluster Capital, Auros Ventures, and G20 Ventures. Following this financing, Doppler Finance’s total funding has reached $5.5 million.Doppler Finance is a yield protocol within the XRPL ecosystem, focused on delivering scalable and sustainable yield opportunities for the XRP on-chain ecosystem. The project integrates diversified yield sources—including CeDeFi, DeFi, and RWA—and is developing XRP staking and liquid staking protocols on the XRPL sidechain. Notably, in February 2025, Doppler Finance closed a $2.5 million Pre-Seed round, demonstrating strong development momentum.As blockchain technology continues to advance, yield protocols are playing an increasingly important role in the cryptocurrency ecosystem. By offering diversified high-yield opportunities, Doppler Finance aims to drive greater participation from XRP holders in on-chain activities and promote the growth of the XRPL ecosystem. The project’s ongoing appeal to institutional investors also reflects market optimism regarding the prospects of the XRP ecosystem.

According to media reports, Stan completed an $8.5 million funding round on August 5, 2025. This round was jointly backed by General Catalyst, Square Enix, King River Capital, GFR Fund, AI Futures Fund, and Reazon Holdings. With this latest investment, Stan’s total funding has reached $11.2 million.Stan is an innovative platform focused on the esports sector, leveraging digital collectibles and dynamic NFT technology to deliver unique interactive experiences for esports enthusiasts. The platform enables fans to engage more closely with their favorite esports stars and realize their fan aspirations. As the esports industry continues to grow rapidly, the market potential for digital collectibles is significant, and Stan’s innovative model aligns well with current market demand.Notably, Stan has completed two funding rounds in just over a year. In addition to the latest round, the company raised $2.7 million in January 2024, reflecting sustained investor confidence in its growth prospects. The new capital will help Stan further enhance its product features, expand market share, and provide a higher quality service experience for esports fans. Driven by both the esports industry and the digital collectibles market, Stan is well positioned for further growth in the future.

According to relevant media reports, MANTRA secured $20 million in funding on August 5, 2025. The investment was led by Inveniam. With this round, MANTRA’s total funding has reached $31 million.MANTRA aims to become the world’s first RWA (Real World Asset) Layer 1 blockchain capable of complying with and enforcing real-world regulatory requirements. By accelerating the adoption of RWA tokenization, MANTRA seeks to unlock the $16 trillion economic potential of RWAs through its compliance-ready blockchain platform. With the compliance framework of MANTRA Chain, traditional financial institutions can seamlessly transition to and leverage asset tokenization and blockchain solutions, fostering global RWA growth.Notably, MANTRA has achieved significant milestones over the past year. In October 2024, MANTRA’s mainnet officially launched. In February 2025, the company successfully obtained a Dubai VASP license, demonstrating its commitment to compliance. In April 2025, MANTRA announced the establishment of a $108 million ecosystem fund to drive the development of RWA and DeFi. However, in mid-April 2025, MANTRA’s native token OM experienced a price volatility event, prompting the company to implement measures such as a token buyback and burn plan to restore market confidence.This round of funding is expected to further advance MANTRA’s development in the RWA sector and create new opportunities for the integration of traditional finance and blockchain technology.

According to media reports, quantum computing platform Tectonic completed a new round of financing on August 4, 2025, with Black Flag as the lead investor.Tectonic is a world-class computing platform specializing in quantum resistance. As quantum computing technology continues to advance, the potential threat posed by quantum computers to existing cryptographic systems is growing. Tectonic provides an innovative solution to address this challenge. The platform’s quantum-resistant features not only ensure data security but also offer critical protection for future technological development. With the rapid evolution of the quantum computing sector, leading-edge platforms like Tectonic are expected to play an increasingly significant role. The investment from Black Flag further underscores capital markets’ confidence and expectations for the quantum-resistant technology space.This funding will enable Tectonic to strengthen its R&D capabilities, expand market presence, and accelerate the adoption of quantum-resistant computing technologies. Amid the ongoing global digital transformation, Tectonic’s growth is set to bring new opportunities and possibilities to the entire computing technology industry.

According to media reports, OpenMind secured $20 million in funding on August 4, 2025. The investors in this round include Pantera Capital, Coinbase Ventures, Hongshan, Digital Currency Group, Primitive Ventures, Amber Group, Faction, Ribbit Capital, Anagram, and Topology. Following this round, OpenMind's total funding has reached $20 million.OpenMind is a project focused on building decentralized AI infrastructure, dedicated to developing intelligent, secure, and manageable robotic systems. The team is currently developing OM1, a cross-platform robotic operating system. With the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence and robotics, the importance of decentralized AI infrastructure is becoming increasingly prominent. OpenMind’s innovative solutions are expected to play a key role in enhancing the security and controllability of robotic systems.Notably, following the completion of this funding round, OpenMind has demonstrated strong momentum. In September 2025, the project team participated in several major industry events, including a keynote by the founder at EastPoint and hosting a Robotics AI Forum. These activities highlight OpenMind’s influence within the industry and underscore its proactive approach to driving innovation in robotics technology. The robust lineup of investors in this round—comprising many well-known institutions—will provide strong support for OpenMind’s future development.

According to industry sources, ANT.FUN completed its Series A funding round on August 3, 2025. The round was led by Folkman Venture.ANT.FUN is a Web3 social trading platform. As the cryptocurrency market continues to evolve, social trading platforms are emerging as key connectors between users and trading experiences. These platforms not only offer convenient trading functions but also enhance user interaction and knowledge sharing through their social features. The latest funding will support ANT.FUN in further optimizing its product capabilities, improving user experience, and expanding its market share.In the Web3 social trading sector, superior user experience and security are critical. ANT.FUN’s development reflects sustained investor confidence in the Web3 social trading space, with expectations of further innovation and breakthroughs in the future. As demand for crypto asset investment grows, social-enabled trading platforms are poised to become a new direction for industry development.

According to industry media reports, blockchain project Rialo raised $20 million in a Seed funding round on August 2, 2025. Notable investors in this round include Pantera Capital, Coinbase Ventures, Variant Fund, Hashed, and Susquehanna International Group. Following this round, Rialo's total cumulative funding stands at $20 million.Rialo is a decentralized, high-performance programmable network focused on building a blockchain ecosystem that interacts with real-world scenarios. The project aims to create a real-world blockchain network, leveraging user-friendly programming interfaces to enable blockchain technology to better serve practical applications. Against the backdrop of ongoing advancements in blockchain technology, Rialo's innovative model is expected to drive deeper integration between blockchain and real-world use cases, opening up new possibilities for industry development.This funding round, backed by leading industry investors, demonstrates capital market recognition of the Rialo project and reflects investor optimism about the convergence of blockchain technology with real-world applications. With the completion of this financing, Rialo will further strengthen its technology R&D, expand its team, and accelerate product implementation, contributing to the advancement of the blockchain industry.

According to media reports, Ethena completed a new funding round on August 1, 2025, raising $10 million. The round was led by ArkStream Capital. Following this transaction, Ethena’s total cumulative funding has reached $146.5 million.Ethena is a project focused on building derivatives infrastructure, aiming to transform Ethereum into a global internet bond through delta-neutral positions on stETH, thereby creating the first crypto-native yield-bearing stablecoin, USDE. Since its launch, Ethena has experienced rapid growth and demonstrated strong momentum.Reviewing Ethena’s development history: In July 2023, the project raised $6.5 million in seed funding, followed by a $14 million Seed Plus round in February 2024. In February 2024, Ethena officially launched on mainnet, and its native token ENA was subsequently listed on several major exchanges. In early 2025, the project secured an additional $100 million in strategic funding and raised a further $16 million in March. Notably, Ethena Labs has also partnered with Securitize to launch Converge, an EVM-compatible blockchain, further expanding its ecosystem.This latest funding will enable Ethena to further enhance its product offerings, expand market share, and drive innovation in crypto-native stablecoins. Against the backdrop of rapid growth in decentralized finance (DeFi), Ethena’s innovative approach is expected to create new opportunities for the industry.

According to relevant media sources, Kuvi secured $700,000 in Seed round funding on August 1, 2025. The investors in this round include Moon Pursuit Capital, Dennis Liu, and Michael Terpin. Following this round, Kuvi’s total funding has reached $700,000.Kuvi is an AI-driven cryptocurrency trading interface designed to facilitate digital asset transactions through simple text input or voice commands. Users can conduct cross-chain token purchases, sales, or exchanges by interacting directly with Kuvi’s AI system. This innovative approach significantly lowers the barriers to cryptocurrency trading, enabling users to participate in digital asset transactions more easily.Amid the ongoing development of the cryptocurrency market, the demand for AI-powered solutions that streamline trading processes continues to grow. Kuvi’s solution not only helps new users enter the cryptocurrency market more quickly but also offers experienced traders a more efficient trading experience. This funding will support Kuvi in further enhancing its product features, expanding its market share, and advancing the evolution of cryptocurrency trading toward greater intelligence and user-centricity.

According to relevant media reports, Vaultz Capital completed a $5.66735 million Post-IPO financing round on August 1, 2025. Following this round, the company’s total cumulative financing has reached approximately $5.802 million.Vaultz Capital (AQSE: V3TC) is an innovative company that holds Bitcoin as a reserve asset. The company primarily engages in the development of foundational infrastructure for the Bitcoin ecosystem and is committed to building scalable, revenue-generating businesses. As the cryptocurrency market continues to mature, a growing number of institutions are recognizing the value of Bitcoin as a reserve asset. As a publicly listed company holding Bitcoin in its reserves, Vaultz Capital not only demonstrates confidence in the future development of digital assets but also sets a new reference point for traditional financial institutions considering entry into the cryptocurrency market. This financing round will further strengthen Vaultz Capital’s position within the Bitcoin ecosystem and drive its business growth and innovation.

According to media reports, Stable completed a $28 million Seed funding round on July 31, 2025. The round saw participation from Hack VC, major exchanges, Castle Island, Franklin Templeton, major exchanges, Paolo Ardoino, and Bryan Johnson. Following this round, Stable’s total funding has reached $28 million.Stable is a Layer 1 blockchain project jointly launched by major exchanges and Tether. Its key innovation is enabling peer-to-peer USDT transfers with zero fees by using USDT as the native gas token. The project features several notable attributes, including direct stablecoin execution of smart contracts, a gas-free user experience for applications, native fiat integration ports, seamless cross-chain transfers via USDT0, a bridge-free architecture, and priority execution channels.According to the project roadmap, Stable released its development plan in early July 2025 and completed this funding round at the end of July. Two months later, in September, the project closed a strategic financing round. This series of fundraising activities indicates strong investor confidence in stablecoin infrastructure development and highlights the market’s urgent demand for solutions that improve cross-chain interoperability and reduce transaction costs.

According to industry sources, officialSUIG secured $450 million in post-IPO financing on July 31, 2025. Investors participating in this round include Karatage, Pantera Capital, Maven 11, Sui, Galaxy Digital, Electric Capital, GSR, ParaFi Capital, dao5, and Arrington Capital. With the completion of this round, officialSUIG’s total funding has reached $450 million.officialSUIG (NASDAQ: SUIG) is a non-bank lending institution and specialty finance company primarily providing short-term, targeted financial solutions for private enterprises, small-cap public companies, and high-net-worth individuals. The company recently announced the establishment of the SUI Fund Pool, demonstrating its strategic positioning in the digital asset sector. Notably, as of September 3, 2025, the company increased its holdings by approximately 20 million SUI tokens, underscoring its continued confidence in the SUI ecosystem. In addition, Mill City Ventures’ second-quarter financial report shows total investment income rose 7% year-over-year, with current holdings of approximately 81.87 million SUI tokens—reflecting institutional investors’ confidence in the SUI ecosystem.The successful completion of this financing round not only signals investor recognition of officialSUIG but is also expected to further drive the company’s growth in the specialty financial services sector. As the digital asset market continues to mature, officialSUIG is well-positioned to serve as a vital bridge between traditional finance and digital assets, providing new momentum for industry development.

According to relevant media reports, Solo secured $1.2 million in Seed funding on July 31, 2025. Investors in this round include Draper Associates, Velocity Capital, and angel investors Brian Retford and Matt Katz, among others. Following this round, Solo’s total funding has reached $1.2 million.Solo is a next-generation AI-based backend system focused on Sybil resistance through continuous, privacy-preserving biometric verification. The project aims to establish a decentralized "one person, one account" (1P1A) framework, utilizing advanced machine learning models and cryptographic tools to verify human identity with minimal data exposure. Against the backdrop of significant challenges in Web3 identity authentication and AI authenticity verification, Solo’s solution is particularly significant.By integrating AI technology with privacy protection mechanisms, the project offers an innovative identity verification solution for the Web3 and AI ecosystems. This not only enhances the credibility of user interactions but also ensures the integrity of data pipelines. Solo’s technology will play a key role in preventing Sybil attacks and safeguarding ecosystem security. This funding round will support Solo in further refining its technical architecture, expanding its market presence, and driving innovation in Web3 identity verification.

According to media reports, TACEO raised $5.5 million in a Seed funding round on July 31, 2025. Investors in this round include Archetype, a16z CSX, cyber Fund, Polymorphic Capital, and a_capital. Following this round, TACEO's total funding has reached $5.5 million.TACEO is a specialized solutions provider focused on zero-knowledge proofs, multi-party computation, and post-quantum cryptography. The company possesses deep expertise in modern cryptography, primarily covering secure communications, data protection, privacy preservation, and trusted transactions. As Web3 and blockchain technologies continue to advance, privacy computing and data security are becoming increasingly important. TACEO's solutions enable enterprises and institutions to achieve efficient information exchange and value transfer while safeguarding data privacy.The proceeds from this round will primarily be used for technology R&D, product development, and market expansion. Against the backdrop of accelerating digital transformation, TACEO's technological strengths and innovative solutions are expected to play a significant role in advancing the industry and contributing to the creation of a more secure and trustworthy digital world.

According to media reports, FinChain completed its Series A funding round on July 31, 2025. Investors in this round included Sonic, Animoca Brands, Solana Foundation, FOSUN, Vaulta, Unified Ventures, and Tengyun Capital.FinChain is a global, compliance-focused blockchain project for the financial sector. Its flagship product, FinChain Starlink, is dedicated to building a compliant blockchain financial ecosystem, offering users regulated fiat on/off ramps and a unified on-chain identity verification system. The platform also provides developers with a resource allocation center designed to facilitate rapid business initiation and expansion in both decentralized finance and traditional financial markets.Amid the rapid development of global fintech, FinChain’s innovative solutions are significant in advancing the integration of traditional finance and blockchain technology. By establishing compliant infrastructure, FinChain aims to lower entry barriers for traditional financial institutions seeking to participate in blockchain, fostering deeper integration between the two sectors. This funding round will further support FinChain’s global business expansion and accelerate its technology development and market deployment.

According to media reports, Billions completed a $30 million funding round on July 31, 2025. The round included participation from Coinbase Ventures, Liberty City Ventures, Polychain, Polygon, and Bitkraft Ventures, among others. To date, Billions’ total funding has reached $30 million.Billions Network is a digital identity verification platform focused on building a trust bridge between humans and AI, including a collaboration with Sam Altman’s crypto project World. The platform leverages zero-knowledge proof technology to provide scalable and secure solutions for human and AI identity verification.Notably, following the funding round, Billions quickly initiated a series of strategic partnerships. In August 2025, the platform partnered with Sapien to jointly advance the AI trust ecosystem. In September, Billions launched a progressive identity verification system and collaborated with Helios to introduce a human rewards program. Additionally, Billions partnered with SentientAGI to promote the development of open AGI and held its first online engagement event. These initiatives underscore Billions’ commitment to innovation in digital identity verification and its strategic efforts to drive deep integration between artificial intelligence and human society.Amid the accelerating global digital transformation, secure and reliable identity verification systems are becoming increasingly vital. Billions’ development is expected to provide critical support for building a safer and more trustworthy digital world.

According to industry sources, Midl secured $2.4 million in seed funding on July 30, 2025. The investment round was led by Draper Associates and Draper Dragon. Following this round, Midl’s total funding has reached $2.4 million.Midl is an innovative Bitcoin infrastructure project focused on enabling native execution of decentralized applications (dApps) directly on the Bitcoin network. By introducing an additional abstraction layer, Midl allows users to interact with EVM-level smart contracts using their own Bitcoin wallets, eliminating the need for cross-chain transfers or leaving the Bitcoin network. This breakthrough solution marks a significant advancement for the Bitcoin ecosystem, with the potential to greatly enhance the utility and application scenarios of the Bitcoin network.Against the backdrop of rapid growth in the blockchain industry, Midl’s solution is highly significant. The project not only expands the functionality of the Bitcoin network but also offers more possibilities for developers and users, potentially driving further development of the Bitcoin ecosystem. The successful completion of this funding round also reflects sustained investor confidence in Bitcoin infrastructure innovation, and it is expected that more innovative applications will emerge on the Bitcoin network in the future.

According to industry sources, STON.fi completed a $9.5 million Series A funding round on July 30, 2025. The round was led by CoinFund and Ribbit Capital. Following this financing, STON.fi’s total funding to date stands at $9.5 million.STON.fi is a decentralized automated market maker (AMM) protocol built on the TON blockchain. The project features near-zero transaction fees, low slippage, and an extremely user-friendly interface, with direct integration to TON Wallet. Since its launch in October 2023, STON.fi has demonstrated steady growth and completed a new financing round in May 2024.The proceeds from this round will enable STON.fi to further expand its influence within the TON ecosystem, optimize product performance, and enhance user experience. As a key infrastructure component in the TON ecosystem, STON.fi is making significant contributions to the adoption of decentralized finance (DeFi), driving innovation in the DeFi sector by providing convenient and efficient trading services.

According to industry sources, Falcon Finance completed a $10 million strategic funding round on July 30, 2025. World Liberty Financial led the round. Following this transaction, Falcon Finance’s total cumulative funding reached $10 million.Falcon Finance is a CeDeFi (centralized-decentralized finance) stablecoin issuer backed by DWF Labs. As a stablecoin issuer, Falcon Finance achieved several key milestones in 2025. The project launched its mainnet in February 2025 and has since continued to enhance its ecosystem. Notably, in July 2025, the project’s USDF stablecoin experienced a brief depegging event, with its value dropping to a low of $0.887. In response to the risk event, the team promptly withdrew all funds from major exchanges and, by the end of August, established an on-chain insurance fund with an initial investment of $10 million to strengthen platform security.Following the completion of its strategic financing, Falcon Finance entered a rapid development phase. In September, the project announced the establishment of the FF Foundation, launched a community sale of FF tokens on BuildPad, and released its tokenomics framework. It is noteworthy that major exchanges introduced airdrop campaigns for Falcon Finance (FF) holders, indicating market recognition of the project. These initiatives not only demonstrate Falcon Finance’s growth potential but also reflect increasing demand for innovative solutions in the stablecoin market.

According to industry reports, GAIB secured $10 million in funding on July 30, 2025. Amber Group served as the sole investor in this round. Following this transaction, GAIB’s total cumulative funding has reached $15 million.GAIB operates as an AI compute economy layer, focused on transforming GPU assets into a new class of yield-generating assets. The project has launched the AI synthetic asset AID, enabling investors to seamlessly participate in the AI economy and receive tangible returns from AI compute profits. Investors can earn yields by staking AID (sAID), maintaining asset liquidity while further engaging in AI-driven financial markets.Notably, GAIB has completed two funding rounds in the past year. In addition to this latest round, the project raised $5 million in a pre-seed round on December 3, 2024. With the rapid advancement of AI technology and continued growth in demand for compute power, GAIB’s innovative model adds new value dimensions to traditional GPU assets and is positioned to play a significant role in the AI compute economy. This latest funding will further drive GAIB’s technology development and market expansion, opening new possibilities for the advancement of the AI economy.

According to industry reports, Ebisu completed a $600,000 Pre-Seed funding round on July 30, 2025. Notable investors in this round include Zellic, Sam Kazemian, Scott Moore, DCF GOD, and Jai Bhavnani. Following this round, Ebisu's total funding has reached $600,000.Ebisu Finance is a high-yield stablecoin protocol that enables users to borrow USD-denominated credit lines through decentralized stablecoins in the form of liquidity restaking tokens (LRTs). The project is focused on delivering innovative stablecoin solutions for the DeFi ecosystem to address the growing demand for high-yield stablecoin products.Notably, just one day after closing the funding round (on July 31, 2025), Ebisu officially launched on mainnet. This demonstrates steady project progress and strong execution by the team. As the decentralized finance (DeFi) market continues to evolve, Ebisu's innovative stablecoin solutions are expected to offer users a broader range of financial services and further drive the development of the DeFi ecosystem.

According to industry sources, KAIO completed a $11 million Seed funding round on July 30, 2025. The round was co-invested by Laser Digital, WebN Group, Karatage, BH Digital, Further Ventures, and Lyrik Ventures.KAIO is a protocol purpose-built for real-world assets (RWAs), ensuring seamless movement, compliance, and liquidity within the DeFi ecosystem through a sovereign application chain. Serving as infrastructure for the issuance, redemption, and transfer of tokenized funds, the platform enables qualified investors to subscribe using fiat or stablecoins and transfer their holdings across blockchains.As the tokenization of real-world assets continues to advance, KAIO's solution plays a significant role in bridging traditional finance and decentralized finance. The new funding will support KAIO in further developing its technological infrastructure, expanding market reach, and providing institutional investors with more secure and compliant digital asset investment channels.

According to media reports, Aria secured $5 million in funding on July 30, 2025. Investors in this round include The Spartan Group, Folius Ventures, Beam, Animoca Brands, and @glxydotgg, among others. Following this round, Aria’s total cumulative funding reached $5 million.Aria is an open-world RPG game that allows players to freely explore and experience epic quests and thrilling combat. The game’s developer, Inutan Studios, previously received investment support from Tencent, NetEase, and Riot Games, demonstrating the team’s strong development capabilities and market potential.According to the project’s roadmap, Aria will open trading on August 21, 2025, and plans to launch its first mobile game public beta on September 20, 2025. After completing its seed round in May 2024, the project has seen rapid development. This new round of funding will further drive game development and market expansion. Amid the broader industry shift toward Web3, Aria—supported by its distinctive gameplay and prominent investors—is well-positioned to capture a significant market share.

According to media reports, RD Technologies completed a $40 million Series A2 funding round on July 30, 2025. The round saw participation from Hongshan, Hivemind Capital, Zhongwan International, ZA International, Cuisan Investment, Hengjiu Digital Capital, Junshi Investment, and Guotai Junan International Private Equity Fund. Following this round, RD Technologies’ total cumulative funding has reached $47.8 million.RD Technologies is an innovative fintech company focused on facilitating payments and commercial development through reliable, stable, and efficient solutions. The company is actively developing HKDR, a Hong Kong dollar-pegged stablecoin, aiming to elevate currency functionality and contribute to the advancement of the Web 3.0 economy in Hong Kong and across Asia. Notably, RD Technologies plans to launch the HKDR stablecoin on the Ethereum network in July 2025. The company’s RD Wallet has obtained a Stored Value Facility (SVF) license, enabling local, overseas, and offshore enterprises to open accounts via mobile devices and conduct multi-currency transactions quickly and efficiently.Examining its fundraising history, RD Technologies completed a $7.8 million Series A1 round in September 2024. The successful Series A2 round underscores investors’ strong confidence in the company’s growth prospects. Amid rapid global development in digital payments and digital currencies, RD Technologies’ issuance of a compliant Hong Kong dollar stablecoin positions it to play a significant role in driving digital financial innovation in Hong Kong.

According to industry sources, Due has completed a $7.3 million Seed funding round scheduled for July 30, 2025. The round was jointly led by Speedinvest, Fabric Ventures, Semantic Ventures, Polymorphic Capital, and Strobe Ventures. Following this transaction, Due's total funding to date reaches $10.6 million.Due is a decentralized payment platform focused on providing users with borderless business account services. The platform enables users to send and receive payments globally and offers instant access to funds in either stablecoins or local currencies. Due’s innovative solutions effectively address inefficiencies and high costs associated with traditional cross-border payments.Notably, Due previously raised $3.3 million in a Seed round in November 2023. Securing successive rounds within less than two years underscores sustained investor confidence in the decentralized payments sector. As global demand for digital payments continues to grow, Due’s borderless payment solution is poised to play a significant role in advancing global business connectivity. This latest funding will further support Due in optimizing its product features, expanding market share, and delivering more convenient and secure payment services to users worldwide.

According to relevant media reports, Midl secured $2.4 million in seed funding on July 29, 2025. The round was led by Draper Associates and Draper Dragon, among others. Following this financing, Midl’s total funding reached $4.8 million.Midl is an innovative Bitcoin infrastructure project focused on enabling native execution of decentralized applications (dApps) on the Bitcoin network. By introducing an additional abstraction layer, users can interact directly with EVM-level smart contracts using their Bitcoin wallets, without requiring cross-chain asset transfers or leaving the Bitcoin network. This solution significantly enhances the utility and scalability of the Bitcoin ecosystem.As Web3 and decentralized applications continue to evolve rapidly, the Bitcoin network—being the largest cryptocurrency ecosystem—has long faced limitations in supporting smart contract functionality. Midl’s solution introduces new possibilities for the Bitcoin network, enabling it to support a broader range of application scenarios. The newly raised capital will help Midl further refine its technical framework, expand its team, and accelerate product development and market expansion. Against the backdrop of a maturing cryptocurrency market, Midl’s innovation could drive significant breakthroughs within the Bitcoin ecosystem.

According to media reports, Pri0r1ty Intelligence Group secured $1 million in funding on July 29, 2025. Following this round, the company's total accumulated funding reached $1 million.Pri0r1ty Intelligence Group is a technology company listed on the London Stock Exchange (LSE: PR1), specializing in AI-driven business automation solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Its core product, the Pri0r1ty Advisor platform, leverages AI assistants to help businesses optimize processes in marketing, customer support, financial governance, and human resources management.Amid the ongoing acceleration of global digital transformation, demand for intelligent solutions among SMEs continues to rise. Pri0r1ty Intelligence Group empowers SMEs through AI technology, enabling them to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs. This round of funding will further advance the company’s product development and market expansion efforts, supporting more SMEs in their journey toward intelligent transformation. As artificial intelligence technology continues to evolve and gain traction, Pri0r1ty Intelligence Group is poised to play a more significant role in the enterprise services market.

According to relevant media reports, Euler Finance completed a new round of financing on July 29, 2025. The investor in this round is M31 Capital. To date, Euler Finance’s total cumulative funding has reached $40.8 million.Euler Finance is a non-custodial, permissionless lending protocol that enables users to earn interest on crypto assets or hedge market volatility without relying on third-party trust. The protocol features several innovative functions, including permissionless lending markets, dynamic interest rates, protected collateral, MEV-resistant liquidation mechanisms, and multi-collateral stability pools.According to key milestones disclosed by the project team, Euler Finance has developed rapidly. The project completed an $800,000 seed round in December 2020, followed by an $8 million Series A round in August 2021, and launched on the Ethereum mainnet in December 2021. In June 2022, the project secured $32 million in additional funding while its native token EUL also began trading. Notably, Euler Finance plans to launch the decentralized trading platform EulerSwap in May 2025 to further expand its ecosystem. In addition, the project has been included in Coinbase’s asset roadmap, indicating its growing influence within the DeFi sector.As the DeFi market continues to evolve, Euler Finance is well positioned to secure a significant role in decentralized lending through its innovative technology solutions and comprehensive ecosystem development.

According to industry reports, D2X completed a $4.952 million strategic financing round on July 29, 2025. This round saw participation from CMT Digital, GSR, Circle Ventures, Point72 Ventures, Tioga Capital, Fortino Capital, and Canton Ventures. Following this round, D2X’s total cumulative financing has reached $20.33 million.D2X is a company focused on building a pan-European institutional-grade digital asset derivatives trading platform. As a key provider of digital asset infrastructure in Europe, D2X’s development trajectory highlights sustained institutional interest in digital asset trading infrastructure. Reviewing the company’s financing history: D2X raised €5 million in a seed round in January 2022, secured $10 million in Series A funding in March 2024, and now has completed this nearly $5 million strategic round—demonstrating continued investor confidence in its growth prospects.With the ongoing maturation of the digital asset market, demand for institutional-grade trading infrastructure is rising. D2X is dedicated to offering compliant and secure derivatives trading services for institutional clients, complementing mainstream exchanges that primarily target retail users. The development of this platform is expected to provide a more regulated and professional trading environment for the European digital asset market and drive the industry toward greater institutionalization and professionalism.

According to media reports, ARO Network secured $2.1 million in pre-seed funding on July 28, 2025. Investors in this round include Dispersion Capital, Maelstrom Capital, No Limit Holdings, and EV3, among others. Following this round, ARO Network’s total cumulative funding has reached $2.1 million.ARO Network is a decentralized edge cloud project designed to help users monetize idle internet resources. By operating ARO nodes, users can earn ARO tokens while providing computing power for real-time AI processing. Notably, one day after completing this funding round (July 29, 2025), ARO Network successfully launched its testnet, demonstrating the project’s rapid development trajectory.As artificial intelligence technology advances, demand for computing power continues to rise. ARO Network integrates idle computing resources in a decentralized manner, offering a more cost-effective solution for the AI sector while creating new income opportunities for individual users. This innovative business model is poised to play a significant role in the decentralized computing resources market and drive the development of the edge computing industry.

According to industry reports, Circle completed a $12 million Seed funding round on July 28, 2025. Following this round, the project's total funding has reached $12 million.Circle is a yield application platform built on Hyperliquid. As an emerging blockchain project, Circle is dedicated to providing users with more convenient and efficient yield management solutions. Against the backdrop of rapid growth in the DeFi sector, an increasing number of innovative projects are focusing on users’ yield optimization needs. This funding will enable Circle to further enhance its product features, improve user experience, and expand its market share. As the project develops, Circle is expected to play an increasingly important role in the DeFi yield optimization space.This financing also reflects sustained investor confidence in the DeFi yield optimization segment, as well as strong recognition of the Circle team and product. Looking ahead, Circle will continue to focus on product development and market expansion, aiming to deliver higher-quality blockchain yield services to its users.

According to media reports, Manifold completed a $10.5 million Series A funding round on July 28, 2025. The round was co-led by OSS Capital and Digital Currency Group, with participation from investors including Ala Shaabana, Shopify founder Tobi Lutke, early Google investor Ram Shriram, as well as Zachary Smith, Jacob Steeves, and Logan Kilpatrick. Following this round, Manifold’s total funding has reached $10.5 million.Manifold Labs is a decentralized artificial intelligence lab focused on deploying advanced large language models on the Bittensor network. The company’s core offerings include Targon for computational marketplaces, Sybil for identity authentication, and Tao for data management. As AI technology and blockchain continue to converge, demand for decentralized AI infrastructure is increasing. This funding will enable Manifold to further enhance its technological capabilities, drive the development and adoption of decentralized AI, and deliver more secure and efficient AI deployment solutions. The strong backing from prominent institutional and individual investors also underscores the market’s recognition of and confidence in decentralized AI infrastructure.

According to media reports, Zodia Custody completed a new funding round on July 28, 2025, raising $18.25 million. The round attracted participation from Pharsalus Capital, Circle Ventures, Token Bay Capital, XVC Tech, Human Capital, and The Operating Group. To date, Zodia Custody’s total funding has reached $54.25 million.Zodia Custody is an institutional-grade crypto asset custody solution jointly developed by Standard Chartered Bank and Northern Trust. The platform is dedicated to providing secure and reliable crypto asset custody services for institutional investors, enabling traditional financial institutions to safely engage in the digital asset market. Notably, following this funding round, Standard Chartered Bank’s stake in Zodia Custody decreased from 84% to 60%, indicating that the entry of additional strategic investors will support the company’s diversified growth.Reviewing Zodia Custody’s development history, the company completed a $36 million Series A financing in April 2023 and has since continued to gain market recognition. As traditional financial institutions increasingly focus on the digital asset market, demand for professional institutional-grade custody services continues to rise, positioning Zodia Custody for significant growth potential. This latest funding will further drive the company’s technological innovation and market expansion in the digital asset custody sector.

According to industry sources, Pear Protocol completed a $4.1 million strategic funding round on July 28, 2025. The round saw participation from Castle Island, Compound VC, Sigil Fund, Florin Digital, and other institutions. With this latest round, Pear Protocol’s total funding has reached $7.35 million.Pear Protocol is an on-chain spread trading platform that enables users to create leveraged long and short positions across various assets. Spread trading—particularly pair trading—involves taking a long position in one asset while simultaneously shorting another. Since its inception, Pear Protocol has experienced rapid development: it secured $1.25 million in seed funding in April 2023, launched its mainnet in July 2024, and conducted a $2 million public fundraising round with trading access opening in September 2024.Notably, according to the project roadmap, Pear Protocol is scheduled to unlock approximately 11.59 million tokens, valued at around $210,000 and representing 4.506% of circulating supply, on September 30, 2025. As the cryptocurrency derivatives trading market continues to expand, spread trading has gained increasing attention as a key trading strategy among investors. This strategic funding round is expected to further enhance Pear Protocol’s technological capabilities and market competitiveness, delivering higher-quality spread trading services to its users.

According to industry sources, MARA secured $950 million in post-IPO financing on July 28, 2025. Following this round, MARA’s total cumulative financing has reached $950 million.MARA Holdings, Inc. is a Nasdaq-listed technology company (ticker: MARA) specializing in digital asset mining and energy utilization. The company primarily operates Bitcoin mining facilities, converting surplus electricity into computing power to support cryptocurrency production and promote efficient energy use.Amid the ongoing maturation of the digital currency market, this financing round will further strengthen MARA’s leading position in digital asset mining. As a publicly listed company, MARA’s successful fundraising also underscores the growing confidence of traditional capital markets in the digital asset sector. The company plans to use the proceeds to expand its mining operations, enhance operational efficiency, and further advance the adoption of sustainable energy in cryptocurrency mining.

According to industry media reports, Bitcoin infrastructure company Blockstream announced the acquisition of non-custodial wallet provider Elysium on July 26, 2025.Elysium is a non-custodial wallet platform focused on facilitating everyday payments with Bitcoin and stablecoins. The platform aims to accelerate global adoption of Bitcoin and stablecoins by offering secure and convenient payment solutions. Following the acquisition by Blockstream, Elysium is expected to leverage Blockstream’s extensive expertise and technical capabilities in Bitcoin infrastructure to further expand its influence in the digital asset payments sector.As demand for digital payments continues to rise, non-custodial wallets are gaining increasing attention as essential tools for users to maintain control over their assets. This acquisition reflects the strategic expansion of traditional Bitcoin infrastructure companies into the payments space and underscores strong market demand for secure and convenient digital asset payment solutions. Industry experts believe the deal will help drive the adoption of Bitcoin and stablecoin payments, providing a better payment experience for a broader user base.

According to media reports, Ark completed a strategic round of financing on July 24, 2025. This round was led by the Morgan Crest Web3 Foundation.Ark is an innovative decentralized financial system known as ARK DeFAI, which operates through protocol governance, model-driven mechanisms, and AI participation. By integrating parameter algorithms and adaptive mechanisms, the project achieves automated prediction, adjustment, and remediation functions, effectively mitigating the impact of human emotion-driven decisions commonly found in traditional finance.Notably, approximately one month after this financing round, on August 26, 2025, Ark officially commenced market trading. This development demonstrates rapid project progress and growing market recognition. Against the backdrop of rapid advances in DeFi and AI technologies, Ark’s innovative model introduces new possibilities for traditional finance and is expected to play a significant role in the decentralized finance sector.

According to relevant media reports, Satsuma Technology Plc completed a post-IPO financing round on July 24, 2025, raising $135 million. Following this round, the company’s total cumulative funding has reached $353 million.Satsuma Technology Plc (formerly known as Tao Alpha), listed on the London Stock Exchange under the ticker SATS.L, primarily focuses on building infrastructure for the Bittensor network and developing intelligent agents. The company invests in high-potential subnets and is dedicated to creating specialized AI agents capable of generating revenue within the network. Notably, on July 14, 2025, the company announced its initial purchase of 28.56 BTC, highlighting its strategic entry into the digital asset sector.Amid the rapid advancement of AI and blockchain technologies, Satsuma Technology Plc’s business model reflects the broader trend of traditional financial institutions transitioning toward digitalization. By integrating AI technology with blockchain infrastructure, the company is exploring innovative business models that not only drive technological progress within the industry but also offer new benchmarks for the digital transformation of conventional financial institutions.

According to industry sources, Lightyear secured $23 million in funding on July 24, 2025. Investors in this round include Taavet Hinrikus, NordicNinja, Markus Villig, Ott Kaukver, and Jaan Tallinn. With this round, Lightyear's total funding has reached $23 million.Lightyear is a platform service provider specializing in stock and ETF investments, dedicated to delivering convenient financial services to users. Notably, the platform is actively exploring the application of Web3 technologies, demonstrating its innovative potential in the blockchain sector. As fintech continues to evolve, user demand for investment services is steadily increasing. By integrating traditional finance with emerging technologies, Lightyear offers users a more diversified range of investment options. This funding will further accelerate Lightyear’s progress in technological innovation and market expansion, potentially opening new avenues for the development of decentralized financial tools.The investor lineup for this round is robust, featuring prominent entrepreneurs and investors. This not only reflects market recognition of Lightyear’s business model but also underscores the investment community’s ongoing focus on fintech innovation. Against the backdrop of global financial digitalization, Lightyear’s growth will provide important insights for the transformation of traditional financial services.

According to relevant media reports, Data Guardians Network raised $5 million in a pre-seed funding round on July 24, 2025. Investors in this round include droppGroup, Hamoud Al-Rumayyan, and Hub Culture, among others. Following this round, Data Guardians Network's total funding has reached $5 million.Data Guardians Network is a decentralized data protection project leveraging blockchain technology to enable secure data storage and sharing, ensuring user data sovereignty and privacy protection. In the current digital era, data security and privacy protection are increasingly critical, while traditional centralized data storage solutions often face risks such as data breaches and unauthorized access. Data Guardians Network's solution utilizes the decentralized nature of blockchain technology to provide users with a more secure and transparent data protection mechanism.As global data protection regulations continue to evolve and user awareness of data privacy increases, market demand for decentralized data protection solutions is expected to grow steadily. This funding round will support Data Guardians Network in further enhancing its product capabilities, expanding market share, and delivering improved data protection services to users.

According to industry media reports, OkaFund secured $1 million in Seed funding on July 24, 2025. The investment round was led by DC Capital, Locoo International Capital, and FreeLunch Captital. Following this round, OkaFund’s total funding has reached $1 million.OkaFund is a platform specializing in crypto asset allocation, primarily focused on matching capital providers with rigorously vetted, high-performance quantitative trading teams. Against the backdrop of rapid development in the crypto market, quantitative trading is attracting increased investor attention due to its ability to mitigate the impact of emotional volatility. OkaFund addresses the information asymmetry between quality quantitative trading teams and capital providers through its professional selection and matching mechanisms.This round of funding will enable OkaFund to further enhance its platform capabilities, expand its team, and strengthen partnerships with major mainstream exchanges. As the cryptocurrency market continues to mature, professional asset allocation platforms like OkaFund are expected to play an increasingly significant role in bridging traditional capital with the crypto market.

According to media reports, Bloom completed a $1.6 million seed funding round on July 24, 2025. Investors in this round include Outlier Ventures, Delta Blockchain Fund, Aave founder Stani Kulechov, Zituo Chen, Paul Taylor, and Cointelegraph. Following this round, Bloom’s total funding has reached $1.6 million.Bloom is developing a unified social trading frontend platform for cryptocurrencies. The platform innovatively integrates social media discovery features, on-chain analytics and market intelligence, decentralized trading functionality, and a consolidated portfolio view into a user-friendly application. The goal is to establish itself as the trusted default interface for users to discover, validate, and execute trading opportunities on a daily basis.As the cryptocurrency market continues to evolve, demand for all-in-one trading platforms is rising steadily. Bloom’s solution addresses users’ pain points of switching between multiple platforms by integrating social and trading features, thereby enhancing the overall user experience. This funding will enable Bloom to further improve its product offering, expand its user base, and strengthen its position in the highly competitive cryptocurrency trading platform market.

According to media reports, Web3 domain service platform Freename completed a $6.5 million Series A funding round on July 24, 2025. The round saw participation from institutional investors including Entrée Capital, Polymorphic Capital, Blockchain Founders Fund, Sparkle Ventures, and Golden Record Ventures, as well as individual investors such as Aaron Schnarch, Mike Lobanov, and the Rashwan Family Office. Following this round, Freename's total funding has reached $9 million.Freename is an innovative top-level domain (TLD) and domain registration platform that enables users to search for and register various TLDs. Users can build their own Web3 domain ecosystems on the platform and earn passive income through royalties. Since its inception, Freename has experienced rapid growth, having completed a $2.5 million seed round in September 2023, demonstrating strong momentum.As Web3 technology continues to evolve, decentralized domain name systems are becoming a critical infrastructure for digital identity and digital asset management. Freename’s innovative model not only provides users with more flexible domain registration services but also creates new income streams for domain holders through a royalty mechanism—something rarely achieved in traditional domain services. This funding round will further drive Freename’s technological innovation and market expansion, positioning it to capture a significant share in the fast-growing Web3 domain service market.

According to industry reports, Bitzero secured $25 million in funding on July 24, 2025. Following this round, Bitzero's total cumulative funding has reached $70.87 million.Bitzero is an international data center developer focused on cryptocurrency and environmental sustainability. The company is committed to providing efficient and sustainable data center solutions for the cryptocurrency sector through innovative technology and environmentally conscious practices. As global demand for digital assets and environmental awareness continues to rise, the green development of data centers has become an industry trend. Bitzero's business model is well aligned with this direction.Funding history indicates that Bitzero previously completed a $45.87 million financing round in March 2022. The completion of this latest round not only demonstrates capital market recognition of the company's growth prospects but also supports Bitzero in further expanding its business scale and enhancing its market competitiveness in sustainable data centers. Against the backdrop of the cryptocurrency industry's transition toward environmental sustainability, Bitzero is poised to play a greater role in shaping the sector.

According to media reports, Bankr secured a new round of financing on July 24, 2025, with Coinbase Ventures serving as the lead investor.Bankr is an artificial intelligence-driven platform that offers AI-assisted services to help users create digital wallets and facilitate blockchain transactions, including digital asset trading and transfers. Notably, two days prior to the announcement of this financing round (on July 22, 2025), major exchanges added Bankr’s native token, BNKR, to their listing roadmaps, reflecting market recognition and heightened interest in the project.As blockchain and artificial intelligence technologies continue to converge, innovative projects like Bankr—integrating AI capabilities into digital asset management—are increasingly favored by investment institutions. This strategic investment from Coinbase Ventures not only underscores capital market optimism toward AI-powered blockchain applications but will also help Bankr further enhance its product capabilities and market competitiveness, providing users with smarter and more convenient digital asset management services.