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Figment is Canada’s largest blockchain infrastructure and software provider. Our mission is to make it simple for token holders and developers to use, build and govern blockchains. We do this by providing a comprehensive set of tools & services including our enterprise-grade node and staking infrastructure, the Hubble Web 3 explorer, and DataHub developer APIs. With Figment you can discover and build the next killer blockchain based decentralized application.

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Bitstamp is a regulated cryptocurrency exchange established. It offers a platform for individuals and institutions to buy, sell, and trade cryptocurrencies with security, transparency, and reliability.

Bitstamp is a cryptocurrency exchange platform that facilitates trading in various cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, and other major altcoins against fiat currencies like USD, EUR, and GBP. Founded in 2011 in Slovenia, Bitstamp is one of the longest-running crypto exchanges globally. It is currently headquartered in Luxembourg and has offices across several countries, including the UK, US, Singapore, and others.

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Bitstamp is a cryptocurrency exchange platform that facilitates trading in various cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, and other major altcoins against fiat currencies like USD, EUR, and GBP. Founded in 2011 in Slovenia, Bitstamp is one of the longest-running crypto exchanges globally. It is currently headquartered in Luxembourg and has offices across several countries, including the UK, US, Singapore, and others.
Bitstamp offers a user-friendly platform for buying, selling, and trading cryptocurrencies. Its key product offerings include spot trading and futures trading across multiple crypto trading pairs. The exchange employs advanced security measures, with 98% of digital assets stored in cold wallets for safekeeping. Bitstamp is a regulated entity, licensed as a payment institution by the Luxembourg Financial Industry Supervisory Commission (CSSF).
As of 2024, Bitstamp facilitated over USD 5 billion in daily trading volume across its global operations. The platform serves over 4 million users spanning across 194 countries. In June 2024, Robinhood, a popular stock trading app, announced its acquisition of Bitstamp for approximately USD 200 million, marking a significant expansion into the crypto market.

ProsperUs is a digital investment service that provides access to a wide range of asset classes and global markets through a single account. It enables investors to trade stocks, bonds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), mutual funds, options, forex, contracts for difference (CFDs), and futures across 30 exchanges in 25 countries. ProsperUs offers a comprehensive multi-asset platform, catering to both entry-level and sophisticated investors.
The platform features two interfaces: Build, designed for long-term investing with a user-friendly interface for searching and filtering investment ideas, and Boost, a more advanced interface tailored for active trading and charting. ProsperUs is regulated by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and employs strict measures to safeguard users' funds and assets, which are held in a separate trust account from the company's business assets.
In March 2021, ProsperUs launched a sign-up promotion, offering new customers electronic tokens worth up to USD 880 to offset trading fees based on their initial funding amount. The platform aims to attract 10,000 investors within the first 12 months of its launch.

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Quant is a blockchain operating system that enables interoperability between different blockchains and legacy systems. Its core technology, Overledger, acts as a gateway, allowing communication and data exchange among various blockchain networks, such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Ripple. Quant's platform facilitates the creation of multi-chain decentralized applications (mDApps) that can operate across multiple blockchains simultaneously.
Overledger operates through four layers: the Transaction Layer handles transaction storage and consensus across blockchain domains, the Messaging Layer processes data from ledgers, the Filtering and Ordering Layer validates messages and establishes connections, and the Application Layer governs communication rules. This architecture enables developers to build applications that can leverage the strengths of different blockchains and integrate with existing systems.
Quant's ecosystem includes an App Store and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) offerings tailored for enterprises and specific industries like healthcare, supply chain, and financial services. The native QNT token is used for accessing network resources, paying licensing fees, and compensating gateway operators who facilitate transaction traffic on Overledger.

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Uphold is a cloud-based financial platform that enables users to securely hold, convert, and transact various digital assets, including over 200 cryptocurrencies, 27 national currencies, and four precious metals. It operates on an "Anything to Anything" model, allowing direct cross-asset trading without converting to fiat currency first. The platform executes transactions through 29 centralized, decentralized, and Layer two trading venues, providing deep liquidity and minimizing slippage.
One of Uphold's key offerings is its multi-asset debit card, accepted at over 50 million merchants globally, enabling users to spend their crypto, fiat, or precious metal holdings directly. The platform also facilitates automated trading through features like recurring buy/sell orders and limit orders.
Uphold boasts industry-leading transparency, publishing its assets and liabilities in real-time on its website, ensuring a 1:1 reserve ratio. It has obtained licensing from regulatory bodies like FinCEN and the FCA, prioritizing compliance and security measures like cold storage and 24/7 monitoring.
In April 2023, Uphold announced Topper, a new fiat-to-crypto on-ramp designed to provide higher approval rates and generate more revenue for Web3 projects. Additionally, in June 2023, Uphold became the only US crypto trading platform to offer Trailing Stop orders, allowing users to automatically sell if the price falls below a set percentage.

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Blockchain.com is a leading blockchain technology company that operates a popular online cryptocurrency wallet service. It enables users to conveniently buy, store, and manage various digital assets and tokens instantly through a user-friendly platform accessible via web or mobile app. The company's crypto wallet supports instant purchases using debit or credit cards, providing a seamless experience for users to participate in the cryptocurrency market.
One of Blockchain.com's key offerings is its suite of search tools, statistics, and charts that provide comprehensive insights and analysis of the cryptocurrency market. This data-driven approach empowers users with valuable information to make informed decisions regarding their digital asset transactions and investments.
Blockchain.com has achieved significant growth and recognition within the industry. In 2019, the company participated in Tech Nation's prestigious Future Fifty accelerator program, designed for late-stage tech companies with high potential for rapid growth. Additionally, in November 2021, Blockchain.com expanded its reach to become the largest cryptocurrency platform operating in Latin America through the acquisition of the Argentinian company SeSocio.
With a strong focus on innovation and market leadership, Blockchain.com has raised an impressive total of GBP 356 million in equity funding since its inception in 2014. This substantial investment from renowned investors such as GV (Google Ventures) and Lightspeed Ventures underscores the company's potential and the confidence placed in its technology and business model.

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Bithumb is a South Korean cryptocurrency exchange founded in 2014. It is one of the largest digital asset trading platforms in the country, with over 8 million registered users and over 5 billion active members. Bithumb offers trading services for a wide range of cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, and various altcoins. The exchange provides spot trading, margin trading, and fiat-to-crypto trading options. Additionally, Bithumb offers services like remittances, staking, and auto-trading bots.
Bithumb's technology facilitates high trading volumes and fast execution speeds, with a robust trading engine capable of handling a substantial number of transactions. The exchange prioritizes security, implementing measures such as network separation, intrusion prevention systems, and comprehensive cyber insurance. Bithumb has also introduced Bithumb Cash, a multi-purpose payment platform designed to promote the use of cryptocurrencies in daily life.

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<div>
 
 Robinhood, a trading platform, recently bought Bitstamp, a cryptocurrency exchange, for $200 million with the aim to expand its crypto services internationally. Bitstamp is a platform that allows users to trade over 80 different cryptocurrencies.&nbsp; It also offers staking services, allowing users to earn rewards for verifying blockchain networks like Ethereum and Algorand. Additionally, its crypto lending service is enabled by the 50 active licenses and registrations it holds worldwide.
 
 Bitstamp also provides its institutional clients with a variety of services, including a 24/7 OTC trading desk, advanced security measures, API connectivity, and devoted account managers. Recently, it launched the "Bitstamp-as-a-Service" platform, meant for banks and FinTech firms looking to incorporate crypto trading services.
 
 The purchase of Bitstamp will enhance Robinhood's cryptocurrency trading offering (Robinhood Crypto) and give it access to Bitstamp’s vast network of institutional clients spread out across the EU, UK, US, and Asia.&nbsp;
</div> Analyst QuickTake: 
 The last few months have been relative turmoil for the crypto exchange space, with Robinhood Crypto and <a href="https: 
//sp-edge.com/companies/1951672"> Uniswap </a> receiving <a href="https: 
//sp-edge.com/updates/28456"> Well’s notices from the SEC </a> stating its intent to pursue enforcement action. The potential charges pertain to them allegedly offering unregistered securities. Despite this, this acquisition marks Robhinhood’s second development in the DeFi industry since it <a href="https: 
//sp-edge.com/updates/29481"> launched several new DeFi features for its European customers </a> last month.

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