DeFi Technologies Inc. reports developments in financial technology for digital assets, with a business model that connects traditional capital markets and decentralized finance. News commonly covers Valour, its exchange-traded product platform for regulated access to digital assets, including new ETP listings, index and benchmark products such as the DEFT Valour Investment Opportunity Index, and commercial expansion in European and other international markets.
Company updates also address institutional partnerships, digital-asset research through Reflexivity Research, prime brokerage activity through Stillman Digital, quantitative and trading initiatives, financial results, capital-structure actions, governance matters and Nasdaq listing-compliance communications.
DeFi Technologies' subsidiary, Valour Inc., has gained approval from the Nordic Growth Market for two new exchange-traded products (ETPs): Valour Terra (LUNA) SEK and Valour Avalanche (AVAX) SEK. These ETPs provide retail and institutional investors with easy access to the LUNA and AVAX tokens via their banks or brokers. Valour aims to enhance its position in Europe’s digital asset market, following earlier successes with other cryptocurrency ETPs. The Valour Terra and Avalanche ETPs will be available on more exchanges soon, with specific listing dates to be announced.
On February 14, 2022, DeFi Technologies announced the launch of two new exchange-traded products (ETPs): Valour Polkadot (DOT) EUR and Valour Cardano (ADA) EUR, now trading on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange. These ETPs allow both retail and institutional investors to easily invest in DOT and ADA tokens via their banks or brokers. The initiative aims to expand DeFi's presence in the German market, building on existing Scandinavian interest. DOT's market cap is reported at USD$21.65 billion, while ADA is at USD$40.18 billion as of February 10, 2022.
DeFi Technologies Inc. (OTC: DEFTF) announced that its subsidiary Valour Inc. has applied for membership with Switzerland's Financial Services Standards Association (VQF). This application is aimed at ensuring compliance with Swiss anti-money laundering laws and will allow DeFi Europe AG, the Swiss entity of Valour, to offer its exchange-traded products (ETPs) directly to institutions. If approved, DeFi Europe will operate as a compliant broker for digital assets, enhancing transparency and investor utility, as stated by CEO Tommy Fransson.
DeFi Technologies Inc. announced that its subsidiary, Valour Inc., received approval to trade the Valour Solana ETP on the Boerse Frankfurt Zertifikate AG starting February 2, 2022. This exchange-traded product allows investors to gain exposure to the Solana cryptocurrency efficiently through their bank or broker. Solana is recognized as one of the fastest-growing blockchain ecosystems, ranking among the top 10 cryptocurrencies with a market cap of $30.94 billion as of January 31, 2022. The move is part of DeFi Technologies' strategy to enhance investor access to decentralized finance.
DeFi Technologies will be included in the CoinShares Blockchain Global Equity Index on February 8, 2022. This index, managed by Solactive AG, tracks global companies in the blockchain ecosystem like Galaxy Digital and Microstrategy. It aims to provide exposure to companies involved in blockchain technologies and cryptocurrencies. DeFi Technologies focuses on bridging traditional markets with decentralized finance to enhance investor access to innovative financial solutions.
DeFi Technologies has successfully closed a CHF 25 million investment in SEBA Bank, enhancing its foothold in decentralized finance and Web 3.0. This financing round raised CHF 110 million, attracting notable investors, including Alameda Research. The partnership allows DeFi Technologies to provide enhanced staking services and liquidity, while SEBA Bank offers custody services. SEBA Bank, licensed by FINMA, operates in 25 markets globally, with plans for further international expansion.
DeFi Technologies has successfully closed an investment of CHF 25 million in SEBA Bank AG, strengthening its role in decentralized finance and Web 3.0. This funding is part of an oversubscribed financing round totaling CHF 110 million, backed by notable investors like Alameda Research. SEBA Bank, operational in over 25 markets, aims to leverage this investment for international growth. The companies have also established a Preferred Partnership Agreement to enhance collaboration in services including market making and digital asset management.
DeFi Technologies Inc. (NEO: DEFI, OTC: DEFTF) has been included in the Melanion Bitcoin Exposure Index, launched by Melanion Capital and BITA. This index tracks equities with the highest revenue exposure to Bitcoin. According to Melanion Capital, DeFi Technologies met all eligibility criteria based on its correlation to Bitcoin and ranks among the top 30 securities in this regard. CEO Russell Starr stated that this inclusion highlights the company's innovative position in the digital assets space, providing new avenues for investors to access decentralized technologies through traditional markets.
DeFi Technologies (OTC: DEFTF) has announced its participation in a CHF110 million Series C funding round for SEBA Bank, investing CHF25 million. This round was co-led by DeFi Technologies and attracted significant interest, resulting in oversubscription. As part of the investment, DeFi Technologies gains a seat on SEBA Bank's Board of Directors, establishing a strategic partnership aimed at expanding institutional access to decentralized finance products.
DeFi Technologies has invested in a $30 million token sale for Wilder World, enhancing its position in the growing metaverse sector. This investment places Wilder World among the top 3 metaverse projects. Since its launch, Wilder World has generated over $15 million from NFT sales, and its native token, $WILD, has seen over 100x growth since May 2021. DeFi Technologies aims to bridge traditional finance with decentralized finance through innovative projects like this.