The Good Tech Companies - Satoshi Protocol Secures $2M Seed Funding for Bitcoin Backed Stablecoin
Episode Date: July 16, 2024This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/satoshi-protocol-secures-$2m-seed-funding-for-bitcoin-backed-stablecoin. Satoshi Protocol ha...s raised $2 million in seed funding. The Dubai-based startup claims to be the first stablecoin protocol backed by Bitcoin. Check more stories related to web3 at: https://hackernoon.com/c/web3. You can also check exclusive content about #web3, #venture-capital, #startup-funding, #satoshi-protocol-funding, #satoshi-protocol-news, #satoshi-protocol-raises-$2m, #satoshi-protocol-seed-funding, #good-company, and more. This story was written by: @ishanpandey. Learn more about this writer by checking @ishanpandey's about page, and for more stories, please visit hackernoon.com. Satoshi Protocol has raised $2 million in seed funding. The Dubai-based startup claims to be the first stablecoin protocol backed by Bitcoin. The company plans to beef up security, expand to more Layer 2 solutions, and push for global adoption. It's ambitious, but then again, so was Bitcoin.
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Satoshi Protocol secures $2 million seed funding for Bitcoin-backed stablecoin
by Ashan Pandey. In a move that could reshape the Bitcoin ecosystem,
Satoshi Protocol has raised $2 million in seed funding.
The Dubai-based startup, which claims to be the first stablecoin protocol backed by Bitcoin,
is eyeing
expansion and enhanced security measures. CMS Holdings and Rocktree Capital led the round.
Cypher Capital, Metalfa, and a handful of other investors also jumped on board.
The cash injection comes at a crucial time for the young company.
Satoshi Protocol isn't just another crypto project. It's tackling a real problem,
bringing stablecoin utility to Bitcoin users. The idea? Let folks use their Bitcoin as collateral to mint a stablecoin called $SAT. It's a bit like having your Bitcoin cake and eating it too.
We're not just building another stablecoin, says Naka, the company's founder and CEO.
We're creating a tool that Bitcoin users actually need.
The protocol has been busy. It's already integrated with several Bitcoin-adjacent
platforms like Bob, Bitlayer, and BEVM. A recent campaign with Binance Web3 Wallet
pulled in over 172,000 users. Not too shabby for a newcomer, but it's not all smooth sailing.
The crypto world is notoriously volatile, and stable coins have had their share of drama. Satoshi Protocol will need
to navigate these choppy waters carefully, still, some heavy hitters are betting on their success.
Vineet Budka from Cypher Capital sees potential, this could really boost liquidity options for
Bitcoin users, he notes. The road
ahead is long. Satoshi Protocol plans to beef up security, expand to more Layer 2 solutions,
and push for global adoption. It's ambitious, but then again, so was Bitcoin. As the crypto
landscape evolves, projects like Satoshi Protocol could play a pivotal role. They're not just
building on Bitcoin. They're aiming just building on Bitcoin, they're
aiming to enhance its utility and liquidity. The success of such initiatives could have far-reaching
implications for the broader cryptocurrency ecosystem. The integration of stablecoin
functionality with Bitcoin's network presents both opportunities and challenges. On one hand,
it could potentially increase Bitcoin's appeal to a wider range of users and use cases, particularly in decentralized finance, DeFi, applications. This could lead
to increased adoption and liquidity for Bitcoin. As Satoshi Protocol moves forward with its $2
million in seed funding, industry observers will be watching closely. The project's ability to
deliver on its promises and overcome technical and regulatory challenges
could provide valuable insights into the future direction of Bitcoin-based financial innovations.
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