Ether.Fi

Corporate VC Grand Cayman Ky1-1102, Cayman Islands ·Founded 2022

Overview

Ether.Fi is a Cayman Islands-based company specializing in liquid restaking solutions for Ethereum. The company offers non-custodial delegated staking with a liquidity staking derivative token, enabling users to stake their Ethereum while retaining control over their keys. Ether.Fi provides native staking services that allow returns to compound on an ongoing basis and facilitates the creation of node service marketplaces. The platform's native governance token, ETHFI, empowers holders to vote on the protocol's direction and growth strategy, including fund allocations and key economic parameters such as protocol fees. Founded in 2022 by Mike Silagadze and Rok Kopp, Ether.Fi has experienced significant growth, securing over $1.6 billion in total value locked (TVL) by February 2024, marking a 1500% increase in just two months. The company has attracted substantial investment, including a $23 million funding round led by Bullish Capital and CoinFund in February 2024. This funding round also saw participation from OKX Ventures, Foresight Ventures, Consensys, Amber, Selini, Draper Dragon, and Bankless Ventures, as well as founders and executives from Aave, Polygon, Kraken, Curve, Ethena, and DeFi Llama. Ether.Fi's innovative approach to liquid restaking has positioned it as a leader in the Ethereum ecosystem, offering users enhanced rewards while maintaining control over their assets. The platform's growth and strategic partnerships underscore its commitment to advancing decentralized finance and providing secure, scalable solutions for Ethereum staking.

Investment Focus

  • Interest in Ethereum-based blockchain and cryptocurrency projects
  • Alignment with Ether.Fi's mission and values
  • Ability to engage in long-term strategic partnerships
  • Compliance with applicable regulatory requirements
  • Demonstrated expertise in blockchain and cryptocurrency investments
  • Capacity to provide value beyond capital, such as strategic guidance or industry connections
  • Willingness to participate in governance and decision-making processes
  • Commitment to supporting the growth and development of the Ethereum ecosystem

Portfolio Companies

EthenaKrakenPolygonAaveCurveDeFi Llama

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Frequently asked questions about Ether.Fi

What sectors does Ether.Fi invest in?

Ether.Fi invests in Financial Services, Technology, Infrastructure, Software, EdTech and FinTech, and is based in Grand Cayman Ky1-1102, Cayman Islands. Ether.Fi is listed as a corporate vc in the ConnectSafely investor database.

What stage does Ether.Fi invest at?

Ether.Fi backs companies at Growth, writing cheques of 1M - 50M.

Which regions does Ether.Fi invest in?

Ether.Fi invests across United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, Hong Kong and Japan.

Who are the partners at Ether.Fi?

Team members listed for Ether.Fi include Rok Kopp (Co-Founder, CRO) and Mike Silagadze (Founder, CEO).

What companies has Ether.Fi invested in?

Ether.Fi's portfolio includes Ethena, Kraken, Polygon, Aave, Curve and DeFi Llama.

How do I contact Ether.Fi?

Ether.Fi's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.

Last updated · Source: ConnectSafely investor database