Crypto Fundraising weekly
Dates: 01 – 07, Jun 2025

This week's biggest funding round

Circle raised $1.1B in a IPO funding round from .

Circle is a global financial technology company that offers a range of products and services related to digital assets. Its flagship product, USD Coin (USDC), is a stablecoin pegged to the US dollar and fully backed by cash and US Treasury bonds. Circle also provides a cryptocurrency exchange, payment processing, and financial tools for businesses, making it a popular choice for both individual users and businesses looking to engage with digital assets securely and efficiently.

Pre-seed and Seed investment rounds

3Jane raised $5.2M in a Seed funding round from Paradigm*, Wintermute Ventures, Coinbase Ventures, Breed VC, Robot Ventures, Bodhi Ventures, Andre Cronje, Kain Warwick, Joshua Lim, DeFiDad, Julian Koh, Zaheer Ebtikar.

3Jane is a crypto-native derivatives protocol leveraging restaking and cash-and-carry to unlock a novel derivatives yield source. 3Jane enables the collateralization of shared security of any Proof-of-Stake system in financial derivatives contracts, allowing users to generate real ETH / BTC yield on EigenLayer and Babylon.

AINX raised $2M in a Seed funding round from Alpha Gamma (α, γ)*.

AINX is a decentralized AI compute network powered by the Helioq Protocol, integrating edge computing, federated learning, and tokenized incentives. Its flagship product, Helioq NodeX, is a plug-and-play device enabling users to contribute compute power, train models, and deploy AI agents. AINX supports applications across DeFi, NFTs, DAOs, and Web3 gaming.

Launcher Capital raised $4M in a Seed funding round from a16z Crypto Startup Accelerator (CSX)*.

Launcher Capital is a Web3 gaming studio and launchpad focused on creating the next generation of AI agents through gamification and blockchain. By combining multi-agent AI systems with interactive game environments, it enables creators to build, evolve, and monetize decentralized AI-driven games. The platform supports a decentralized creator economy, fostering ownership and innovation in AI-powered virtual worlds.

Other investment rounds

IOST raised $21M in a Strategic  funding round from DWF Labs, Presto Labs, Rollman Management Digital.

IOST’s RWA 3.0 introduces a modular framework that separates real-world assets into Principal Tokens (P-Tokens) and Yield Tokens (Y-Tokens), enhancing on-chain programmability and composability. This approach allows for independent trading, collateralization, and integration into decentralized finance (DeFi) strategies, transforming static asset representations into dynamic financial instruments. IOST’s high-performance, EVM-compatible multichain architecture supports customizable subnets, facilitating compliant and scalable deployment across various jurisdictions. With regulatory approvals in Japan and partnerships like DigiFT, IOST is positioned to bridge traditional finance with DeFi, offering a compliant and efficient infrastructure for tokenizing real-world assets.

Reveel (Reva) raised undisclosed amount in a Strategic  funding round from Taisu Ventures, AccVentures, XVC (XDC Ventures), Zemu VC, Subvisual, TopTradersbyTV, Nexus Fusion Capital, Connectico Capital.

Reveel is a Web3-native payments infrastructure platform that simplifies global stablecoin transactions through its universal Pay(ID) system. Users can receive any stablecoin from any blockchain, with funds automatically settled in their preferred currency and wallet. Reveel’s AI-powered agent, Reva, enables seamless P2P payments across social media, messaging apps, and other platforms, making crypto transactions as easy as sending a message. The platform also offers APIs for developers to integrate Pay(ID) into various applications, promoting interoperability and frictionless payments across the Web3 ecosystem.

HeyElsa raised $3M in a  funding round from M31 Capital*, Base Ecosystem Fund, MH Ventures, Absoluta Digital, 2Shares, Levitate Labs.

HeyElsa is an AI-powered crypto co-pilot that simplifies blockchain interactions through natural language commands. Users can perform tasks like token swaps, staking, and portfolio management across multiple EVM-compatible networks, including Ethereum, Base, and Solana. The platform features an intent-based engine and scriptable automation, enabling users to execute complex DeFi actions with ease.

OneKey raised undisclosed amount in a  funding round from YZi Labs (ex Binance Labs).

OneKey is a decentralized multichain cryptocurrency hardware wallet. Currently, OneKey product line is rich, including OneKey Swap, Onekey desktop , Onekey browser extension and Onekey app.

Momentum (MSafe) raised undisclosed amount in a Strategic  funding round from OKX Ventures (ex OKEx Blockdream Ventures)*, Coinbase Ventures, Protagonist, Gate Ventures, MEXC Ventures, KuCoin Ventures, DNA Fund, MonkeVentures, MultiChain Advisors Inc., Lark Davis, Nom.

Momentum is the central liquidity engine for the Move ecosystem, originally launched as MSafe. Built on Sui and Aptos, it integrates advanced DeFi tools including a decentralized exchange (DEX), multi-sig treasury management, token vesting, and liquidity provisioning. Leveraging ve(3,3) tokenomics, it aligns incentives to optimize capital efficiency and trading accessibility.

Shiga Digital raised undisclosed amount in a  funding round from Tether.

Shiga Digital is a blockchain-powered financial platform focused on delivering stablecoin-based banking services across Africa. It offers tools like OTC trading, FX conversion, virtual accounts, and treasury management, enabling businesses and individuals to transact globally using USDT and other stablecoins. Backed by Tether, Shiga aims to provide real-time, non-custodial financial access in regions with underdeveloped banking infrastructure.

Gatenox raised undisclosed amount in a M&A  funding round from Zebec Network.

Gatenox is a Web3-native one-click AML/KYC and KYB solution designed to simplify onboarding and compliance for corporate entities and SMEs in the crypto market. Its AI-powered Compliance Cloud automates identity verification, sanctions screening, and ownership checks, aiming to become a go-to identity node for exchanges, fintech companies, and banks. Gatenox integrates with blockchain platforms like NEAR and Aleph Zero.

Stable raised undisclosed amount in a  funding round from Bitfinex, USDT0.

Stable is a Layer 1 blockchain designed for stablecoin-native applications, with USDT (Tether) as its gas token. It enables zero-fee peer-to-peer USDT transfers and supports smart contracts operating directly in stablecoins. Stable’s USDT0 mechanism facilitates cross-chain USDT transfers without bridges. The architecture provides a gas-less experience, built-in fiat on-ramps, and enterprise-grade throughput—targeting cross-border payments, treasury operations, FX, and institutional use cases.

Rails raised $14M in a  funding round from Kraken Ventures, Slow Ventures, CMCC Global, Quantstamp, Round13 Capital.

Rails is a self-custodial crypto exchange that optimizes trade execution with a centralized order book, while ensuring transparent custody of funds through a decentralized solution on the blockchain. This unique approach enhances security and trust by offering users full visibility into fund custody operations.

Shards Protocol (Aura) raised $2M in a  funding round from Animoca Brands, Kyber Ventures, Yield Guild Games (YGG), Eden Holdings (ED3N Ventures), FireX Capital, Zaiken Ventures, BasedVC Fund, Gabby Dizon.

Aura by Shards Protocol is a decentralized reputation layer that transforms users’ on-chain activities—such as staking, trading, and participating in communities—into verifiable reputation scores and rewards. By converting transaction history into visible credibility, Aura aims to recognize and incentivize meaningful contributions within the Web3 ecosystem.

Variational raised $1.5M in a Strategic  funding round from Mirana Ventures, Caladan, Zoĸu Ventures.

Variational is a peer-to-peer trading protocol designed for perpetual and generalized derivatives. Its flagship app, Omni, enables users to trade leveraged perpetual contracts on thousands of pairs, including memecoins, pre-launch tokens, and prediction markets. Omni aggregates liquidity from CEXs, DEXs, DeFi, and OTC sources, providing deep liquidity and fair trading conditions for retail users. Variational’s decentralized protocol also supports developers with API access for building custom trading solutions.

HashPower raised $4M in a Strategic  funding round from Hashkey Capital*, FBG Capital, Hailstone Labs, DePIN X.

HashPower is a decentralized mining and staking platform that brings traditional mining operations on-chain, enabling users to earn rewards without owning hardware. By depositing assets like USDT, protocol tokens, or GPUs, users receive $HPX tokens representing their stake in HashPower’s mining ecosystem. The platform allocates resources to off-chain mining facilities and provides real-time transparency via blockchain oracles. HashPower supports sectors like AI, DePIN, and Real-World Assets (RWA), aiming to democratize access to blockchain infrastructure.

Soul Labs raised $6M in a Public sale  funding round from .

Soul Protocol is a decentralized platform that integrates cross-chain lending with AI-powered identity and reputation systems. Operating as a unified omnichain liquidity layer, it facilitates seamless lending and borrowing across multiple blockchains, including Ethereum, Avalanche, Arbitrum, Optimism, and Base. Users can mint Soulbound Tokens (SBTs) to build verifiable on-chain identities, enhancing trust and sybil resistance in DeFi applications.

Web3 Career raised undisclosed amount in a M&A  funding round from Bondex.

Web3.career is a Web3 job platform for discovering opportunities in blockchain, crypto, DeFi, NFTs, DAOs, and related fields. It caters to both job seekers and employers by providing listings for various roles, including engineering, design, marketing, and product management, across multiple blockchain platforms such as Ethereum, Solana, and Polkadot.

OrionX raised undisclosed amount in a  funding round from Tether.

OrionX is a Chilean crypto exchange that offers wallet services in Chile and has plans to expand to Peru, Colombia and Mexico and surpass one million users by 2024. OrionX has the lowest commissions on the market in Chile, which are adjusted to the volume users operate in each transaction.

Avantis raised $8M in a Series A  funding round from Pantera Capital*, Founders fund*, SALT fund, Symbolic Capital (ex Hyperedge Capital), Flowdesk.

Avantis Finance is a decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol designed for leverage trading in cryptocurrencies and forex. It employs a unique dynamic risk tranching system to protect traders from substantial price movements. Avantis Finance has the potential to revolutionize cryptocurrency trading by offering decentralization, transparency, and efficiency.

Web3Auth raised undisclosed amount in a M&A  funding round from ConsenSys.

Web3Auth is a pluggable, non-custodial authentication infrastructure for Web3 apps and wallets, enabling seamless onboarding through social logins, native platforms, wallets, and passkeys. By removing seed phrases and standardizing key management, it enhances accessibility for both mainstream and crypto-native users while maintaining security and decentralization.

LayerEdge raised $1M in a Public sale  funding round from .

LayerEdge enhances Bitcoin's capabilities by leveraging Optimistic Rollups and a Hybrid Modular Data Availability (DA) layer to improve transaction efficiency and functionality. Integrating the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) environment, LayerEdge offers a powerful framework for developers to create and manage decentralized applications, revolutionizing Bitcoin's programmability and scalability.

* fund, that lead investment round