Crypto Fundraising weekly
Dates: 24 – 30, Aug 2025

This week's biggest funding round

Rain raised $58M in a Series B funding round from Sapphire Ventures*, Dragonfly Capital, Galaxy Digital, Samsung Next, Lightspeed, Norwest Venture Partners, Endeavor Catalyst.

Rain is a blockchain-based card issuing and stablecoin interoperability platform designed for Web3 teams, DAOs, and protocols. As Web3’s corporate business card, Rain enables seamless digital asset payments and expense management by allowing platforms to issue customizable, globally accepted payment cards. It streamlines financial operations and empowers next-gen decentralized organizations with modern fintech tools.

Pre-seed and Seed investment rounds

The Clearing Company raised $15M in a Seed funding round from Fred Wilson*, Union Square Ventures (USV)*, HAUN Ventures, Variant Fund, Coinbase Ventures, Compound, Rubik VC, Earl Grey Capital, Asylum Ventures.

The Clearing Company is building a next-generation prediction market platform that is onchain, permissionless, and regulation-ready. Founded by former Polymarket team members, it combines the accessibility of decentralized markets with a framework designed to meet compliance standards. Users can trade contracts tied to real-world outcomes—spanning politics, crypto, sports, and culture—while benefiting from transparent infrastructure and deep liquidity mechanisms. By addressing the regulatory challenges faced by earlier platforms, The Clearing Company positions itself as a compliant, scalable alternative that democratizes forecasting and aligns financial incentives with accurate, crowd-sourced predictions.

Splendor Labs raised $4.5M in a Seed funding round from White Rock Group LLC..

Splendor is a Layer 1 blockchain built for the blockchain-native AI economy. EVM-compatible with 1-second block times and over 10,000 TPS, it uses a hybrid Proof-of-Authority consensus (Aura + GRANDPA) to deliver secure, scalable AI-native infrastructure. Splendor Labs is building a full-stack ecosystem—including Splendor Search, Splendor Coder, AI Studio with 600+ models, Agent Factory, and Splendor OS & Wallet—to power AI agents, applications, and commerce. By enabling on-chain settlement, micropayments, identity, and governance, Splendor transforms intelligence into a programmable, tradable resource for enterprises, developers, and users alike.

Other investment rounds

Almanak raised $2.5M in a Public sale  funding round from .

Almanak is a Web3 platform for building, optimizing, and deploying financial strategies with AI-driven Financial Agents. Using agent-based modeling, it enhances profitability and security in DeFi and gaming. The platform supports ideation, testing, and monitoring of strategies through a user-friendly interface and SDK, empowering traders and asset managers to adapt to real-time market conditions.

OrangeX raised $20M in a Series B  funding round from Kryptos*, SCI Ventures.

OrangeX is a global crypto trading platform offering spot, derivatives, and copy trading services. Registered in Seychelles and the Czech Republic, it holds MSB licensing in the U.S. and is expanding into Canada, Lithuania, and Estonia. Powered by database sharding for high performance, the platform boasts deep liquidity, low fees, and multi-language support. With proof-of-reserves, multi-sig wallets, and $1,000 BTC insurance coverage, OrangeX ensures regulatory compliance and asset protection.

Suzaku raised $1.5M in a  funding round from Blizzard, Yield Yak, Tegridy Capital, 50 Partners.

Suzaku Network provides a (re)staking framework for Avalanche-based Layer‑1 blockchains, enabling them to securely scale and decentralize their validator sets. It offers cryptoeconomic security using dual-staking of native tokens and blue-chip assets (such as AVAX LSTs, BTC.b, stablecoins), supported by a marketplace of stakers, operators, and curators. Suzaku also powers the Suzaku Relayer Network (SuzakuRN) for censorship-resistant messaging across Avalanche chains.

M^0 raised $40M in a Series B  funding round from Polychain Capital*, Ribbit Capital*, Endeavor Catalyst, Pantera Capital, Bain Capital Crypto.

M^0 is a decentralized money middleware protocol designed for the digital age. It allows multiple institutional actors to issue a fungible cryptodollar, leveraging best-in-class collateral such as short-term US treasuries. The protocol ensures security and transparency through independent, daily, on-chain validation of reserves. M^0 aims to democratize access to money issuance infrastructure, enabling institutions to mint cryptodollars while adhering to jurisdictional requirements and enhancing liquidity in demanding markets.

aPriori raised $20M in a Strategic  funding round from Hashkey Capital, Pantera Capital, Primitive, IMC, Gate Labs, Ambush Capital, Big Brain Collective, Echo.

Apriori is dedicated to revolutionizing decentralized finance (DeFi) by offering innovative financial products and services. The platform provides users with optimized yield strategies, secure asset management, and seamless integration with various blockchain networks. Apriori aims to democratize access to sophisticated financial tools, enabling users to maximize their returns while minimizing risk. By leveraging cutting-edge technology and a user-centric approach, Apriori is set to redefine the landscape of DeFi, making it more accessible and efficient for all.

DeAgent AI raised undisclosed amount in a  funding round from Valkyrie Fund.

DeAgent AI is a decentralized Web3-native network for creating and managing autonomous AI agents that co-govern with humans. Leveraging blockchain anchors, verifiable consensus, zk-powered decision modules (“Lobe”), distributed memory, and tool-based extensibility, DeAgent agents ensure consistent, auditable decisions across sessions in a trust-minimized manner—ideal for decentralized governance, financial coordination, and personalized AI services.

Superfluid raised $2M in a Public sale  funding round from .

Superfluid is an asset streaming and distribution protocol, empowering DAOs and crypto-native businesses by introducing Super Tokens, a novel extension to the ERC-20 standard. It facilitates dynamic, programmable, and gas-efficient token transfers in real-time, supporting features like Money Streaming for continuous token flow and Distributions for scalable one-to-many fund transfers.

Multipli raised $5M in a  funding round from .

Multipli.fi is a decentralized, multi-chain yield generation protocol that unlocks real, risk-adjusted returns on assets traditionally lacking yield—such as Bitcoin, ETH, stablecoins, and tokenized real-world assets. It aggregates delta-neutral strategies (like contango and funding-rate arbitrage) from institutional-grade funds and tokenizes them into transferable “xTokens” for on-chain yield access. Powered by its patented AlphaIQ™ predictive engine, the platform dynamically allocates capital across high-performing strategies, delivering transparent, high-quality returns with full DeFi composability and liquidity.

Tazapay raised undisclosed amount in a Series B  funding round from Peak XV Partners (ex as Sequoia India & South East Asia), Ripple, Circle Ventures, GMO VenturePartners, January Capital, RTP Global.

Tazapay is a global cross-border payments infrastructure platform delivering seamless local collections and payouts in 70+ markets. Supporting enterprises, B2B marketplaces, and fintechs, it offers comprehensive coverage across cards, alternative payment methods, virtual accounts, bank transfers, and stablecoins. With robust fiat–stablecoin bridging, it enables regulated digital settlements in emerging markets. Licensed in Singapore, Canada, and the EU, with license applications underway in the U.S., UAE, Hong Kong, and Australia, Tazapay combines institutional-grade security and compliance with modern rails like RTP, ACH, and stablecoins.

Arcana Network raised undisclosed amount in a M&A  funding round from Avail.

Arcana is a user-friendly solution for Web3 applications that offers easy onboarding and secure transaction signing. It includes the Arcana Auth SDK, Developer Dashboard, and wallet UI, allowing users to authenticate via familiar methods and access a non-custodial wallet. With Arcana, developers can integrate quickly, while users enjoy a seamless experience without the need for key management or browser extensions.

IoTeX raised undisclosed amount in a  funding round from Animoca Brands.

IoTeX is a pioneering platform dedicated to integrating the physical and digital worlds through a modular DePIN (Decentralized Private-IoT Network) structure. It aims to empower the Internet of Trusted Things, enhancing scalability, privacy, and interoperability across IoT devices and applications. This platform enables users to connect real-world data and devices with blockchain, fostering the development of secure and intelligent IoT applications and ecosystems.

Fly (ex Magpie Protocol) raised $40K in a  funding round from Sonic Innovator Fund.

Fly is a decentralized cross-chain swap protocol, formerly known as Magpie Protocol. It enables users to perform fast, cost-effective, and secure asset swaps across multiple blockchains, including Ethereum, Arbitrum, Polygon, zkSync, Base, Optimism, and more.

Stargate Finance raised undisclosed amount in a M&A  funding round from LayerZero.

Stargate Finance is a cross-chain liquidity protocol built on LayerZero, enabling instant, secure transfers of native assets across over 80 blockchains through unified liquidity pools. Bypassing wrapped tokens, it delivers native asset swaps with guaranteed finality and minimal slippage. Stargate empowers users and developers to contribute liquidity, stake STG tokens (locking them into veSTG for governance), and earn rewards via transfers, farms, and staking.

Hemi Labs raised $15M in a  funding round from Republic*, YZi Labs (ex Binance Labs)*, HyperChain Capital*, Breyer Capital, Selini Capital, Big Brain Holdings, Crypto com Capital, DNA Fund, Protein Capital, Quantstamp, Web3com Ventures.

Hemi Network is a modular Layer-2 protocol enhancing scaling, security, and interoperability across Bitcoin and Ethereum. Powered by the Hemi Virtual Machine (hVM) and Hemi Bitcoin Kit (hBK), it enables cross-chain dApps with seamless Bitcoin-Ethereum integration. With innovative features like PoP consensus and trustless cross-chain portability, Hemi allows developers to unlock new potential in decentralized applications, leveraging the combined strengths of Bitcoin and Ethereum networks.

USD AI (Permian Labs) raised undisclosed amount in a  funding round from YZi Labs (ex Binance Labs).

USD.AI, built by Permian Labs, is a GPU-collateralized stablecoin lending protocol tailored for AI startups. It issues USDai, a dollar-pegged token, and sUSDai, a yield-generating variant, allowing compute power (GPUs) to serve as collateral.

EdgeX Labs raised undisclosed amount in a  funding round from KuCoin Ventures.

EdgeX is a decentralized edge computing network combining low-power hardware with Web3 and tokenomics to support AI applications and agents. It enables global participants to contribute computing resources and earn $EX tokens, aiming to become the foundational infrastructure for AI and Web3 services.

Centrifuge raised undisclosed amount in a  funding round from Republic.

The untapped multi-trillion dollar market of real-world assets (RWA) is now entering Decentralized Finance (DeFi) through Centrifuge: the first protocol to connect DeFi to the real-world.

Magne AI raised $10M in a Strategic  funding round from Castrum Capital, The DuckDao, tbv, Becker Ventures.

MAGNE.AI is a U.S.-led technology company building the first AI-native Web3 smartphone and next-gen mobile infrastructure for the decentralized internet. Combining hardware-level cryptographic security, on-device AI processing, and Web3-native protocols, MAGNE.AI delivers mobile-first solutions for digital identity, asset protection, and decentralized interaction. The device features a secure element for private key storage, an NPU for local AI inference, and dual-chain architecture (MHash Layer 1/2) for decentralized mining.

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

Bitway is a Bitcoin-native Layer 1 protocol and infrastructure platform enabling seamless, gasless BTC-based transactions, lending, and real-world asset tokenization. Users interact via familiar Taproot or Native SegWit wallets—no EVM wallets or bridging required. Its features include decentralized, pool-based lending (via BTC collateral), gas-free transfers through built-in sponsorship, programmable smart contract support (EVM/WASM), and compliant access to RWAs such as tokenized Treasuries and commodities.

Panora raised undisclosed amount in a  funding round from Frictionless Capital*, Avery Ching, Greg Nazario.

Panora is the “Super App of Aptos” — a unified DeFi trading hub that aggregates liquidity across all Aptos DEXs. It combines advanced features like Meta‑DEX routing, on-chain limit orders, DCA automation, cross‑chain bridging, and a powerful analytics terminal into one seamless interface. Users benefit from optimized execution routes, automated strategies, portfolio insights, and developer tools including SDKs and APIs.

Polymarket raised undisclosed amount in a  funding round from 1789 Capital.

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.

MetaEra raised undisclosed amount in a Series A  funding round from Fenbushi Capital*, Hashkey Capital, Amber Group, LTP (LiquidityTech Protocol), Conflux Network, Solowin, FOMO Ventures, Klickl labs, TDTC, PLVR.

MetaEra is a Hong Kong-based one-stop resource aggregator for Web3, focusing on blockchain and metaverse exploration. The company pursues professional, thorough, and reliable information and data to support the Web3 community.

Hyperbot raised $6.8M in a  funding round from Pop Culture Group.

Hyperbot is an AI-powered on-chain trading terminal that supports multi-chain and multi-DEX execution. It enables users to track whale and smart fund flows in real time, harness AI-assisted signal analysis, and execute smart copy trades via PC or Telegram bot.

Metafyed raised $5.5M in a  funding round from Stellar Development Foundation (SDF), Cyberport Hong Kong, Draper University Ventures, Block Tides, Positive Venture DAO, Omni Chain Ventures, Chain Valley Capital.

Metafyed is an AI-driven, regulated tokenization platform that transforms real-world assets (RWAs) into liquid, fractional, and tradable digital tokens. Catering to both investors and businesses, it democratizes private credit, debt instruments, and structured finance opportunities across Asia.

* fund, that lead investment round