Crypto Fundraising weekly
Dates: 05 – 11, Oct 2025

This week's biggest funding round

Polymarket raised $2B in a funding round from Intercontinental Exchange (ICE).

Polymarket is a decentralized information markets platform where users can trade on highly-debated topics and build portfolios based on their forecasts. By allowing users to buy shares in markets, Polymarket provides actionable insights based on traders' views of future events, making it a leading source of unbiased and real-time data. However, it's currently unable to operate in the U.S. due to regulatory restrictions, leaving the field open for other platforms.

Pre-seed and Seed investment rounds

CipherOwl raised $15M in a Seed funding round from General Catalyst*, Flourish Ventures*, Coinbase Ventures, Sancus Ventures, Enlight Capital, OKX Ventures (ex OKEx Blockdream Ventures), AME Cloud Ventures, Predictive VC, Road Capital.

CipherOwl is the programmable intelligence layer for institutional crypto, delivering real-time, AI-powered compliance infrastructure. Its SR3 Stack provides modular tools for on-chain address screening, automated reasoning, audit-grade reporting, and investigation research. Serving exchanges, institutions, regulators, and protocol builders, CipherOwl enables transparent, explainable risk operations across blockchains.

Rhuna raised $2M in a Seed funding round from Aptos Labs*, AccVentures, X ventures, NewTribe Capital, Keyrock, CoinMarketCap Labs (CMC), FunFair Ventures, Lémanique.

Rhuna is a white-label, Web3-powered event management infrastructure for organizers, festivals, and venues. It provides modular software and hardware tools including payments, ticketing, access control, real-time AI analytics, loyalty programs, and marketing integrations. Built to scale across event sizes, Rhuna combines blockchain technology, mobile/app solutions, and on-chain features to streamline operations, combat fraud, and enhance attendee experiences.

TransCrypts raised $15M in a Seed funding round from Pantera Capital*, Lightspeed Faction, Motley Fool Ventures, California Innovation Fund, TechStars, Alumni Ventures (AVG), Protocol Labs, Apertu Capital, Informed Ventures, Asymmetry Ventures (Asymm Ventures), Alpha Edison, Mark Cuban.

TransCrypts is a blockchain-based digital records and credential verification platform that allows institutions, employers, and individuals to issue, store, and verify official documents on-chain. Built for use cases in HR, education, and healthcare, TransCrypts ensures data authenticity through tamper-proof cryptographic proofs. The platform integrates with existing enterprise software, enabling seamless verification of employment records, academic transcripts, and professional certifications. Trusted by organizations like Zoom and the National Guard, TransCrypts leverages blockchain to eliminate fraud, simplify record management, and empower users with ownership of their verified data.

Other investment rounds

Kalshi raised $300M in a  funding round from Sequoia Capital, Andreessen Horowitz (a16z crypto), Paradigm, CapitalG, Coinbase Ventures.

Kalshi is a CFTC‑regulated prediction market exchange where users trade “event contracts” on real-world outcomes—ranging from politics and sports to economic indicators and weather. It allows participants to buy and sell binary contracts that resolve to $1 if the event occurs.

Ripple Labs (XRP) raised undisclosed amount in a  funding round from C1 Fund (CFND).

Ripple is a blockchain-based payment network designed for fast, low-cost cross-border transactions. Its native cryptocurrency, XRP, facilitates liquidity and settlements on RippleNet, which is used by banks and financial institutions worldwide. Ripple also develops CBDC platforms and enterprise blockchain solutions for tokenization and digital asset management.

BVNK raised undisclosed amount in a  funding round from Citi Ventures.

BVNK is a fintech company that provides stablecoin payment infrastructure, bridging traditional banking systems with blockchain technology to facilitate faster and more efficient global money movement.

Binance Japan raised undisclosed amount in a M&A  funding round from PayPay.

Binance Japan is the Japanese subsidiary of the global cryptocurrency exchange Binance, registered with the Kanto Local Finance Bureau as a licensed crypto asset exchange operator. Since August 2023, it has offered spot trading, earn products, and staking services tailored to Japan’s regulatory framework. Operating under strict compliance standards, Binance Japan provides access to major digital assets while supporting Japan’s growing Web3 ecosystem through education, partnerships, and infrastructure development.

Lab raised $5M in a  funding round from Selini Capital, Re7 Capital, Cypher Capital, Red Beard Ventures, Lemniscap, TVM Ventures, OKX Ventures (ex OKEx Blockdream Ventures), Mirana Ventures, KuCoin Ventures, Gate Ventures, GSR Markets LTD, Animoca Brands, Presto Labs, MEXC Ventures, Amber Group.

Lab is an AI-native operating system for research and development teams, offering tools to streamline technical collaboration, document management, and project coordination. Designed to serve scientists, engineers, and builders working on deep tech and frontier innovation, LabPRO transforms how teams ideate, build, and share research. It integrates knowledge capture, AI-assisted documentation, structured workflows, and permissioned access—all tailored to technical innovation in areas such as biotech, climate tech, AI safety, and hard science R&D.

Block Street raised $11.5M in a  funding round from Hack VC*, Generative Ventures, DWF Labs, StudioB Crypto, Bridge34.

BlockStreet is the first DeFi protocol built for tokenized stock utility, offering decentralized lending, leverage, and yield opportunities without intermediaries. As a cross-chain infrastructure platform, it supports tokenized assets and stablecoin ecosystems via LayerZero integration and aligns with the USD1 / WLFI economy. Users can earn BSD and BLOCK tokens through pre-launch participation and on-chain activities. Positioned as a DeFi hub for tokenized equities, BlockStreet provides liquidity tools, launchpad access, and multichain connectivity to bridge traditional finance and decentralized markets.

Falcon Finance raised $10M in a  funding round from M2 Group (M2)*, Cypher Capital.

Falcon Finance is a synthetic dollar protocol that enables users to mint USDf—an over-collateralized stablecoin—using various digital assets. By staking USDf into sUSDf, users earn yield through institutional-level trading strategies. Backed by quant-focused engineers and powered by transparent collateralization infrastructure, Falcon aims to bridge on-chain liquidity with traditional finance while scaling into cross-chain and real-world asset tokenization.

Coinflow raised $25M in a Series A  funding round from Pantera Capital*, Coinbase Ventures, Reciprocal Ventures, Jump Capital.

Coinflow is a payment infrastructure provider that enables web3 companies to accept traditional payment methods and payout their customers in USD directly to their bank accounts. It helps non-crypto native customers onboard more easily with familiar payment flows while Coinflow manages the back-end infrastructure, primarily serving games, NFT projects, wallets, and other web3 products.

Dinero raised undisclosed amount in a M&A  funding round from Plume.

Dinero is a yield-scaling protocol uniting ETH staking, block creation, and decentralized infrastructure into a single, synergistic system. It comprises Pirex ETH (pxETH) — a liquid restaking token that earns staking and restaking yield, the Redacted Relayer RPC, and the upcoming DINERO stablecoin (pxUSD). Built on Ethereum, Dinero provides composable yield primitives that empower protocols and users to optimize returns while contributing to network decentralization.

375ai raised $5M in a  funding round from Delphi Digital*, Strobe Ventures (ex BlockTower Capital)*, Hack VC*, 6th Man Ventures (6MV), Escape Velocity, Arca Fund, Peaq, Primal Capital, Factor Capital, Auros Global, Moonrock Capital, Flow Traders, Heartcore Capital.

375ai is pioneering the world’s first decentralized edge data intelligence network. The platform leverages advanced AI and blockchain technology to enable real-time data collection, processing, and analysis at the edge. 375ai offers products like the 375edge node and 375go mobile app, which facilitate efficient, secure, and private data gathering. Users can participate in the network by deploying nodes, using the app, or staking tokens, all while earning rewards. 375ai aims to democratize data access, improve data privacy, and enhance decision-making through its scalable, AI-driven infrastructure.

DDC Enterprise raised $124M in a  funding round from PAG Pegasus Fund*, Mulana IM*, OKG.

DDC Enterprise (NYSE: DDC) is a publicly listed company pivoting into a Bitcoin treasury strategy, positioning itself as a corporate vehicle for on-chain capital preservation and growth. The firm is allocating its balance sheet toward Bitcoin accumulation, supported by institutional partners like PAG Pegasus Fund, OKG, and Wintermute.

Anthea raised $22M in a Series A  funding round from Yunfeng Financial Group Limited*.

Anthea is a crypto-native life insurance company based in Bermuda, Ethereum-denominated life insurance product. Anthea combines blockchain transparency with traditional insurance principles to offer secure, compliant, and programmable coverage. Approved in principle by the Bermuda Monetary Authority as an Innovative Insurer (Class ILT), Anthea aims to redefine global insurance by integrating digital assets, smart contracts, and decentralized finance mechanisms into policy issuance and claims management.

Meanwhile raised $82M in a  funding round from HAUN Ventures*, Bain Capital Crypto*, Pantera Capital, Stillmark, Apollo Global Management, Framework Ventures, Fulgur Ventures.

Meanwhile is a life insurance company that offers policies denominated in Bitcoin (BTC). It provides a tax-advantaged way for policyholders to leverage their Bitcoin wealth and pass it on to the next generation. With guaranteed growth, liquidity options, and a focus on generational wealth transfer, Meanwhile aims to provide innovative solutions in the insurance industry using digital currencies.

Grass raised $10M in a  funding round from Polychain Capital, Tribe Capital.

Grass is the Data Layer for AI, built as a Sovereign Data Rollup. It connects over 2 million users contributing their underutilized internet resources via Grass nodes to help AI developers access data. The Sovereign Data Rollup consists of nodes, routers, validators, and a ZK processor, transforming unstructured web data into structured datasets. This decentralized approach prevents the concentration of AI power, allowing ordinary people to benefit from AI’s growth.

Crunch Lab raised $5M in a  funding round from Galaxy Digital*, Road Capital*, VanEck, Multicoin Capital, GSR Markets LTD, Fabric Ventures, Halo Capital, Salt Capital.

CrunchDAO is a platform where data scientists and machine learning experts can monetize their models by participating in various quantitative research challenges. It leverages collective intelligence to solve complex problems in finance and other fields. Members retain ownership of their models while earning revenue based on their contributions to solving these challenges. CrunchDAO offers a seamless integration environment, enabling participants to focus on science while the platform handles the MLOps.

Amdax raised $35M in a  funding round from .

Amdax is a Dutch cryptocurrency service provider offering secure investment, custody, and trading solutions for digital assets. Regulated by the Dutch Central Bank (DNB), Amdax serves institutional and private investors through a compliant and transparent framework. The company is also launching AMBTS (Amsterdam Bitcoin Treasury Strategy)—a Bitcoin treasury vehicle to be listed on the Dutch exchange—allowing investors to gain regulated exposure to Bitcoin as a strategic asset. Through AMBTS, Amdax aims to establish a long-term, institutional-grade Bitcoin treasury within Europe’s financial ecosystem.

NebX raised $6M in a  funding round from M2M Capital.

NebX is a Web3 social-value platform that transforms X (Twitter) accounts into on-chain assets with tangible value. Users can claim XCOIN airdrops based on their account activity and engagement, turning social influence into tokenized rewards. Beyond XCOIN, NebX introduces NebX-Land NFTs, allowing users to stake, create, and interact within a gamified social ecosystem. With cross-chain compatibility and a creator-first model, NebX bridges social identity, NFTs, and DeFi—powering a new token economy where social activity fuels creativity and digital ownership.

Figment raised undisclosed amount in a  funding round from C1 Fund (CFND).

Figment is one of the world’s leading blockchain infrastructure providers, offering institutional-grade staking, data, and governance services across 100+ proof-of-stake networks, including Ethereum, Solana, Cosmos, and Avalanche. The platform enables institutions, custodians, and token holders to earn staking rewards securely while maintaining compliance and slashing protection. Figment also provides APIs, data indexing, and governance tooling to support Web3 developers and ecosystem growth

Bee Maps raised $32M in a  funding round from Pantera Capital*, LDA Capital*, Borderless Capital*, Ajna Capital*.

Bee Maps is a decentralized global mapping platform powered by the Hivemapper Network on Solana. It combines AI, blockchain, and community-driven data collection to build a real-time, verifiable world map. Using Bee dash-mounted cameras, contributors capture street-level imagery and earn rewards in $HONEY tokens. Bee Maps provides APIs, imagery, and navigation data for businesses, governments, and developers—offering an open alternative to centralized mapping providers.

Agio Ratings raised $6M in a  funding round from AlbionVC*, Portage Ventures, MS&AD Ventures.

Agio Ratings is a risk assessment platform specializing in digital assets, offering intelligent pricing risk analysis for firms with exposure to the digital asset market. Utilizing over 1,000 variables from on-chain and off-chain sources, Agio's models predict defaults in a manner comparable to leading traditional finance models, providing continuous risk assessment, monitoring, and insights to help firms protect capital, underwrite credit, and ensure long-term success in the evolving digital asset landscape.

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

Limitless is a decentralized social prediction protocol that allows creators to easily configure prediction markets and share them with their communities. Users can trade on the outcomes of real-world events, earning fees and making forecasts. The platform utilizes price feeds to resolve daily markets, similar to binary options or 0DTE options. Limitless combines community engagement with decentralized finance to offer a seamless, low-cost prediction market experience.

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