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This week, 14 blockchain startups raised a total of US$130.6 million in funding.

Beam raised $72 million in a public funding round.

Beam is a blockchain gaming ecosystem with an independent network based on Avalanche, providing tools for game developers, supporting seamless Web3 integration, and providing players with a community-centered platform.

ChainOpera AI raised US$17 million in Seed Round Financing from Finality Capital*, Road Capital*, IDG Capital*, Camford Capital, ABCDE Capital, Amber Group, Modular Capital, Sparkle Ventures, Aimtop Ventures, Wisemont Capital, LDV Partners, Acequia Capital, PrimeSet, Plug and Play Ventures, USC Marshall School of Business, Sreeram Kannan.

ChainOpera AI is a blockchain Layer 1 (L1) and artificial intelligence operating system designed for the co-creation and co-ownership of decentralized AI agents and applications. The system is optimized for AI inference efficiency, scalability and security and integrates the Federated AI OS™ platform for creating, deploying and managing AI agents while supporting the issuance of AI tokens. By connecting developers to decentralized data, GPU and model resources, ChainOpera promotes a community-driven AI ecosystem and incentivizes contributors and users through an innovative token economic model.

NodepayNodepay raises $7 million in a funding round from IDG Capital*, Mythos Venture Partners (MVP)*, IBC Group, Elevate Ventures, London Real Ventures, Brian Rose and Matthew Tan. Nodepay is a decentralized network that allows users to monetize and convert unused internet bandwidth into digital assets. These bandwidths are used for AI training and promote the development of artificial intelligence technology. By creating decentralized infrastructure, Nodepay aims to solve the challenges associated with data centralization in AI development. The network also provides rewards to participants for their contributions through blockchain technologyEncourage and ensure data traceability.

Swan Chain (formerly FilSwan) Swan Chain raised US$2 million in a round of financing from investors including DWF Labs*, Optimism Foundationand Promontory Technologies. Founded in 2021, Swan Chain (formerly FilSwan) is a decentralized infrastructure designed to accelerate the popularity of AI. Utilizing Ethereum Layer 2 technology based on OP Stack, Swan Chain combines Web3 with AI to provide a comprehensive solution covering storage, computing, bandwidth and payment. By leveraging underutilized computing power in a network of community data centers, Swan Chain can reduce computing costs by up to 70% while supporting the monetization of idle computing assets. It makes AI development seamless and affordable through decentralized storage, innovative markets for AI and zero-knowledge proofs, and efficient deployment of AI models through LagrangeDAO.

Trrue ChainTrrue Chain raised US$10 million in a round of private equity financing from GEM Digital Limited. Trrue is a Layer-1 blockchain platform designed to drive compliant tokenization of real-world and digital assets while emphasizing sustainability and transparency on environmental, social and governance (ESG) metrics.

MelosBoomMelosBoom raised an undisclosed amount in Series B financing from LBANK Labs. MelosBoom is an AI-driven decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) smart speaker that introduces the "make money by listening to music" economic system. Its goal is to build a global music data engine network that allows users to contribute data and earn rewards through listening activities. The platform emphasizes the real-time computing sharing economy (RCSE) and integrates advanced security measures such as zero-knowledge proof (ZKP) technology and a unique identification system.

RuneMineRuneMine has raised $2 million in a funding round. RuneMine is a decentralized platform that connects Bitcoin and Solana to achieve seamless transfer of cross-chain assets. It provides tools such as multi-chain bridging, portfolio tracking, decentralized indexers, and multi-signature wallet management to enhance the interoperability and user experience of the blockchain ecosystem.

Gate Japan KK (Coin Master JP) Gate Japan KK raised an undisclosed amount in a round of M&A financing from Gate io. Coin Master JP is a Japanese cryptocurrency exchange and blockchain development company founded in 2016. It is registered under the name Gate Japan K.K. operates, obtained a license from the Kanto Local Finance Bureau (registration number: 00018), and is a member of the Japan Virtual Currency and Cryptoasset Exchange Association (JVCEA).

SilentBerrySilentBerry raised an undisclosed amount in a round of financing from CKB Eco Fund. SilentBerry is a Web3 digital content distribution platform that utilizes the RGB++ protocol to provide comprehensive ecological services for digital assets. It provides creators and users with a simplified content management and distribution solution in a decentralized environment.

Avalon LabsAvalon Labs has raised $10 million in Series A funding from investors including Framework Ventures*, Kenetic, SNZ Holding, UTXO Management, AntAlpha, Summer Ventures, Comma3 Ventures, GeekCartel, Presto Labs, and MARBLEX Corp., Trinito, Taiko and domo. Avalon Finance is a decentralized lending protocol based on Merlin Chain, consisting of three main modules: over-collateralized lending, derivatives trading, and algorithmic stablecoins. The agreement emphasizes user control and compliance, ensuring transparency and security, while providing a series of services including information resources so that users can always own and control their assets.

Usual LabsUsual Labs raised $10 million in Series A funding from investors including Binance Labs Fund*, Kraken Ventures*, Galaxy Digital, M^0, OKX Ventures (formerly OKEx Blockdream Ventures), Wintermute, Echo, IOSG Ventures, Fasanara Capital, Symbolic Capital (formerly Hyperedge Capital), Amber Group, GSR Markets LTD, Psalion VC, Hypersphere, AVID3, FunFair Ventures, LeadBlock Partners, White Loop Capital and Krypital Group. Usual Labs is a startup company building an ecosystem for USD0 stablecoin, a stablecoin backed by real assets.

EaseflowEaseflow raises an undisclosed amount in a funding round from Impossible Finance. Easeflow is a decentralized Node-as-a-Service (NaaS) platform that simplifies blockchain participation by providing one-click node deployment and management capabilities. It provides a powerful and modular infrastructure to promote the rapid development of the dynamic decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) economy and incentivize users to actively participate.

COTI AgentsCOTI Agents raised an undisclosed amount in a round of financing from MSV GG. COTI Agents is an AI platform on the COTI network that allows users to easily launch, train and trade AI agents. It emphasizes privacy and user-friendliness, supporting one-click deployment and co-ownership of AI agents, thereby enabling revenue sharing. The platform also integrates chat management, Telegram mini-apps, and a unique lottery system to increase user engagement.

The GridThe Grid raised $624,000 in angel funding. The Grid is a standardized catalog of Web3 projects, products, and assets focused on the Solana ecosystem. It enhances trust and discoverability of on-chain applications by providing accurate, structured metadata. Developers can access this data through The Grid’s API for better integration and user experience.