Atomiq DeFi Secures $3 Million Seed Funding to Revolutionize Bitcoin DeFi

Atomiq DeFi secures $3 million seed funding from X21 Digital and other prominent investors, marking a milestone in the development of its pioneering Atomic-Swap Powered DEX on Bitcoin.

Atomiq DeFi Secures $3 Million in Seed Funding, Led by X21 Digital

Atomiq DeFi, a pioneering force in Bitcoin DeFi, has closed a $3 million seed funding round, with renowned venture capital firm X21 Digital taking the lead. This strategic investment marks a significant milestone for Atomiq DeFi, which is revolutionizing the DeFi landscape by unlocking the full potential of Bitcoin through its innovative Atomic Swap technology.

Atomiq DeFi's mission is to bridge the gap between Bitcoin and decentralized finance, empowering users to access a suite of financial services within the Bitcoin ecosystem. The project, incubated by Mintlayer, has developed a comprehensive product suite that includes AtomiDEX, a decentralized exchange facilitating atomic swaps; AtomiqPad, a launchpad for Bitcoin and Mintlayer based projects; AtomiqWallet, a versatile wallet for BTC, MLS, and soon EVM tokens; and AtomiqBridge, which enables the seamless transfer of TVL from EVM and other chains into the Bitcoin ecosystem.

X21 Digital, known for its expertise in the blockchain and cryptocurrency space, has recognized the transformative potential of Atomiq DeFi's technology. Lester Lim, Managing Partner at X21 Digital, expressed his enthusiasm for the project, stating, "Exploring the frontiers of Bitcoin DeFi, Atomiq DeFi's DEX and its atomic swaps technology are nothing short of revolutionary. It's like we're opening a new chapter in the saga of blockchain evolution. Being one of the early believers in Bitcoin and Mintlayer, I can't help but feel a surge of excitement seeing our path now merging with the groundbreaking efforts of Atomiq DeFi. It's a thrilling time to be part of this journey."

The seed round also attracted the support of several prominent digital asset investment funds and venture capital firms, including AlphaBit, NXGen, Dutch Crypto Investors (DCI Capital), Spicy Capital, and Altcoin Buzz. This collective endorsement reflects the confidence of industry leaders in Atomiq DeFi's vision and technological capabilities.

Atomiq DeFi's advisory board boasts industry luminaries such as Charlie Shrem, founder of the Bitcoin Foundation. Shrem, a veteran in the cryptocurrency space, hailed Atomiq DeFi as a game-changer for Bitcoin, stating, "The introduction of Atomiq DeFi's atomic swap-powered DEX marks a pivotal moment for Bitcoin. It's a testament to the innovative spirit driving the DeFi space and a clear sign that Bitcoin's untapped potential is finally being realized."

Atomiq DeFi's strategic partnership with leading Bitcoin DeFi projects, including SatoshiSync, Portal, and OrdinalsBot, further solidifies its position as a catalyst for a more cohesive and integrated BTC ecosystem. The project's commitment to fostering collaboration underscores its belief in the power of collective innovation.

Atomiq DeFi is poised to capitalize on the rapidly growing Bitcoin DeFi market, which Pantera Capital has identified as a potential $500 billion opportunity. By unlocking the full potential of Bitcoin through atomic swaps, Atomiq DeFi aims to attract a new wave of investors, traders, lenders, and other DeFi participants eager to tap into the rich potential of Bitcoin-based financial services.

About Atomiq DeFi:

Incubated by Layer-2 protocol Mintlayer, Atomiq DeFi is at the forefront of Bitcoin DeFi innovation. It is currently developing a comprehensive suite of Bitcoin-focused products powered by Atomic Swaps, comprising AtomiqDEX, AtomiqPad, AtomiqWallet, and AtomiqBridge. The project intends to enhance the functionality and accessibility of DeFi services within the Bitcoin ecosystem, generating value for users and promoting Bitcoin as an alternative to EVM chains for investors, traders, lenders and other DeFi participants.

About Mintlayer:

Mintlayer is a Bitcoin layer 2 sidechain that improves direct token interoperability and enables ways to trade value and participate in truly trustless finance. In the coming year via Atomic Swaps Mintlayer hopes to unlock the use of native Bitcoin in DeFi applications. Financial use cases supported by Mintlayer include P2P trading using Atomic Swaps, Real World Asset tokenization, security tokens, and digital collectibles.