Cambridge-based deeptech company @TheiaInsights has raised $8 million in Series A funding. The round was led by MiddleGame Ventures, with participation from @further and @Unusual_VC, bringing total funding to $14.5 million to date.
Full release 👉https://t.co/ZWq4eohJk4
The most important week of the year is over — and its crown jewel was our very own #FurtherNetworkSummit, which brought together the crème de la crème of the institutional finance world. More👉https://t.co/kLPKe177KL
Just wrapped up a great UAE trip, including at Abu Dhabi Finance Week.
The UAE is all-in on crypto, it’s become the second crypto capital of the world, along with the US.
Super energizing to spend time there, as they are techno-optimists, and believe in economic freedom.
Tune in to our System Update product event next week for more.
We welcome @brian_armstrong, the CEO @coinbase and one of the most influential figures shaping the global digital asset industry, to the #FurtherNetworkSummit.
Brian will be joined by our Managing Partner, @falhammadi, for a fireside chat at 1:30 PM on the Emirates NBD Stage, right after the break.
🔔The #FurtherNetworkSummit 2025, co-hosted with Brevan Howard and @coinbase, returns on December 8th as part of @ADFinanceWeek in #AbuDhabi.
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Explore full event details 👉https://t.co/UvCh6tbcWy
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Zodia Custody (@ZodiaCustody), the institution-first digital assets platform backed by SC Ventures by Standard Chartered (@scventuresDNA), Emirates NBD (@EmiratesNBD_AE), Northern Trust (@NorthernTrust), SBI Holdings (@SBI_DAH), and National Australia Bank Ventures (@NAB), today announced the completion of its acquisition of Tungsten Custody Solutions, a regulated digital asset custodian headquartered in the United Arab Emirates.
“Zodia Custody’s acquisition of Tungsten reflects our long-standing and ongoing commitment to the UAE,” said Dominic Longman, Global Head of Markets at @ZodiaCustody. “We are excited to deepen our presence in a market that is leading digital asset regulation through meaningful collaboration and revenue synergies with businesses operating under its authority. We hope to replicate this type of relationship across the markets in which we operate.”
“From day one, our ambition with Tungsten was to help build a custody platform that meets the highest global standards while being deeply rooted in the UAE’s regulatory frameworks,” said Mohamed Hamdy (@reachhamdy), Managing Partner at @further. “Zodia Custody’s acquisition is a validation of that vision and a major step forward for institutional digital asset infrastructure in the region. We’re proud to join forces with a partner that shares our conviction in the future of compliant, secure, and borderless finance.”
Full release 👉https://t.co/B4zMY5G0nI
Here’s our recap video from Token Soirée 2025, co-hosted with @galaxyhq. We were truly overwhelmed by the incredible turnout and want to thank everyone who joined us on time and in full force!
The video features Arpit Mehta (@arpitmehta1605), Christopher Grilhault des Fontaines (@christophergdf), and Henson Orser (@HensonJO4) sharing exciting announcements they brought to Token Week. And while their projects are in the spotlight, the list of major updates doesn’t stop there. To stay in the loop, follow us here, subscribe to our newsletter, and keep an eye on our event calendars:
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We are proud to announce that @further has led the single-investor funding round for @grvt_io!
This investment marks another significant milestone for GRVT, following its recent achievement of securing a Class M (“Modified”) Digital Asset Business License from the @BermudaMonetary, making it the world’s first regulated DEX.
“We are thrilled to this strategic round and have the support from Further Ventures as we continue to redefine the future of crypto exchanges,” said Hong Gyu Yea @hong_grvt, Co-Founder and CEO of @grvt_io. “This investment is a crucial step in our expansion into the #AbuDhabi market, whose innovative crypto ecosystem and progressive regulatory frameworks make it an ideal base as we aim to lead the compliant #DeFi development across the Middle East region. With Further Ventures backing, we’re well-positioned to meet the needs of both retail and institutional investors here.”
"GRVT is redefining the convergence of #DeFi and #TradFi with a compliance-first, self-custody approach,” said Mohamed Hamdy @reachhamdy, Managing Partner at Further Ventures. “By integrating the efficiency and familiarity of traditional financial systems with the security and transparency of blockchain technology, GRVT is setting the stage for the future of global finance. This visionary blend of innovation and responsibility aligns perfectly with our mission to lead the region in shaping the next era of digital assets and financial services."
Full release 👉https://t.co/BU5trmDBHC
Our portfolio company @EQTYLab, in collaboration with @intel and @nvidia, has lately announced the release of the Verifiable Compute AI framework, the first hardware-based solution to govern and audit AI workflows. #VerifiableCompute represents a significant leap forward in ensuring that AI is explainable, accountable, and secure at runtime. It gives consumers and businesses new confidence to accelerate AI adoption and development.
“As a new era of autonomous AI agents emerges, we must evolve our trust in AI systems. Verifiable Compute protects and controls AI data, models, and agents with the industry’s most advanced cryptography.
It transforms how organizations enforce AI governance, automate auditing, and collaborate to build safer and more valuable AI,” said Jonathan Dotan, Founder of @EQTYLab.
More details 👉https://t.co/0Re7gqqw8U
#VerifiableCompute great website 👉https://t.co/T0ihr9l9Hh
At @ADFinanceWeek, @FABConnects together with @librecap, a Further Ventures-backed entity, announced their intention to work towards enabling onchain collateralised lending for Real World Assets!
The collaboration will combine Libre’s onchain primary issuance infrastructure and lending capabilities with FAB’s financial expertise and liquidity to create a fully automated, transparent, and efficient lending ecosystem. By using high-quality tokenised fund assets as collateral, the initiative aims to redefine Net Asset Value (NAV) financing, thereby unlocking new opportunities for accredited and institutional borrowers on public blockchain networks.
Full press release on our website 👉https://t.co/vq6c89FuQP
Excited to announce @KemetTrading's derivatives infrastructure is now live on OKX.
This will enable institutional clients to deepen their trading strategies, with sophisticated position management and algorithmic execution capabilities across our futures, perpetuals & options markets.
Read more here ➡️ https://t.co/RMCfeVtF5g
Looking forward to sharing thoughts on the future of finance at the Further Network Summit. Excited to join this event during @ADFinanceWeek. Always a great time in Abu Dhabi... See you there
@further@galaxyhq@QCPgroup
7 Days to Go Until the Further Network Summit 2024! We are at the finish line ahead of the event! Just 7 days until we bring together a powerhouse of industry leaders, innovators, and visionaries. This is your chance to connect, collaborate, and dive into the ideas redefining the future of finance and investment.
@further team is putting the final touches on what will be a great experience. Get ready to be inspired, make meaningful connections, and take part in shaping tomorrow's financial landscape!
Further Network Summit 2024, co-hosted with @galaxyhq & @QCPgroup, will take place on December 9th at the Four Seasons Hotel in #AbuDhabi. More details are always available on our website 👉https://t.co/u5Mt9k9WHo
The upcoming Further Network Summit is set to be the biggest event of the year for us at @further, and we’re thrilled to have the entire team in attendance!
As we warmly welcome our esteemed guests, our co-hosts @galaxyhq and @QCPgroup, and the visionary founders of the portfolio companies, we’re also excited to introduce the line-up of @further leadership team, who you’ll have the opportunity to connect with during the event:
- Faisal Al Hammadi @falhammadi, Managing Partner
- Mohamed Hamdy @reachhamdy, Managing Partner
- Mohammed Bashkeel Alkhazraji @Bashkeel, Partner
- Gary Sheynkman @sheynk, Venture Partner
- John Ounjian, Venture Partner
- Wajahat Ali, CPA, CBV, CFA, Partner & CFO
Further Network Summit 2024, co-hosted with @galaxyhq & @QCPgroup, will take place on December 9th at the Four Seasons Hotel in #AbuDhabi. More details are always available on our website 👉https://t.co/YpBhFbJevH
Check our latest report on digital asset insurance created together with @soter_insure 👉https://t.co/cnjx1d9aux
It outlines the institutional demand for tailored insurance products for the Web3 ecosystem, highlighting the urgent need for coverage as the industry matures.