MEXC Ventures Invests $36 Million in Ethena & USDE to Accelerate Stablecoin Innovation and Mass Adoption of Cryptocurrency

MEXC Ventures, the investment arm of the global cryptocurrency exchange MEXC, has made a strategic investment of $16 million in Ethena

MEXC Ventures, the investment arm of the global cryptocurrency exchange MEXC, has made a strategic investment of $16 million in Ethena, a leading innovator in the stablecoin space. In addition to this investment, MEXC has purchased $20 million in USDe, Ethena’s synthetic dollar, in a move aimed at promoting broader use and adoption of the token within the crypto ecosystem.

As a critical element of the broader crypto landscape, stablecoins are a key area of focus for the firm, and it is particularly optimistic about the potential for USDe and Ethena’s broader ecosystem to transform the stablecoin sector. Issued by the Ethereum-based DeFi platform Ethena, USDe aims to address the centralized challenges faced by stablecoins. Ethena is not just creating a stablecoin – it is building an entire ecosystem around USDe.

Recognizing the exceptional vision and execution of the Ethena team, who have accurately identified the growing demand for stablecoins within decentralized finance (DeFi), and their commitment to continuously improving the product with outstanding execution, positions Ethena as a leading innovator in this emerging space.

“Stablecoins are playing an increasingly pivotal role in the development of the broader cryptocurrency market, and MEXC is fully supportive of their growth. As demand for investment in Bitcoin and other digital assets continues to rise, stablecoins are set to attract even greater investment. We see Ethena as a key player in developing diverse stablecoins that will drive the crypto industry forward, supporting broader adoption and providing users with more stable and efficient financial solutions,” said Tracy Jin, COO of MEXC.

This investment further showcases Ethena’s commitment to providing operational support and partnership to projects to facilitate their optimal scale and mutual benefit, fostering a win-win scenario for all parties involved.

As part of its broader strategy to boost stablecoin adoption, MEXC has also acquired $20 million worth of USDe. This move is designed to encourage users to experience and trade USDe by offering such incentives as zero-fee trading pairs and attractive high-APR staking events, which will be launched with a prize pool of $1,000,000. These benefits will be available to users on centralized exchanges.

"We believe in investing in crypto-native projects that are built to thrive within decentralized ecosystems. Innovative synthetic dollars, such as USDe, are inherently designed for DeFi and reduce the reliance on centralized stablecoin issuers. Looking ahead, we aim to provide users with more opportunities to hold USDe and earn passive income directly on centralized exchanges, further enhancing stablecoins' accessibility and utility," a spokesperson for the exchange explained.

Founded in 2018, MEXC is committed to being "Your Easiest Way to Crypto". Serving over 34 million users across 170+ countries and regions, MEXC is known for its broad selection of trending tokens, frequent airdrop opportunities, and low trading fees. Our user-friendly platform is designed to support both new traders and experienced investors, offering secure and efficient access to digital assets.

At the same time, MEXC prioritizes simplicity and innovation, making crypto trading more accessible and rewarding.

MEXC Ventures is focused on making strategic investments and providing comprehensive ecosystem support for blockchain and DeFi projects. By partnering with top public chains and DeFi projects, MEXC Ventures aims to invest in and incubate early-stage projects, while offering operational support such as marketing campaigns and trading initiatives. This strategy ensures that projects can scale effectively, creating mutually beneficial, win-win partnerships.