What is Rails?
Rails operates as a sophisticated self-custodial crypto perpetuals exchange, engineered to mitigate systemic risks such as fraud and theft. By utilizing audited smart contracts and zero-knowledge proofs, the platform ensures that users maintain absolute sovereignty over their assets throughout the trading lifecycle. The company distinguishes itself through a proprietary, state-of-the-art matching engine that provides high-performance execution without compromising the security benefits inherent in decentralized finance. As the industry shifts toward greater transparency and user-controlled custody, Rails is strategically positioned to capture market share from traditional centralized exchanges that lack these advanced cryptographic safeguards.
How much funding has Rails raised?
Rails has raised a total of $20.2M across 2 funding rounds:
Angel/Seed
$6.2M
Other Financing Round
$14M
Angel/Seed (2024): $6.2M with participation from Round13, CMCC Global, Quantstamp, and Slow
Other Financing Round (2025): $14M led by Kraken, Slow, and CMCC Global
Key Investors in Rails
Kraken
Kraken is a leading global cryptocurrency exchange known for its secure trading platform, wide range of digital assets, and commitment to regulatory compliance, positioning itself as a trusted hub for both retail and institutional crypto investors.
Slow
Slow, founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, CA, is a venture capital firm. The firm seeks to make minority investments in seed-stage, early-stage, and later-stage companies.
CMCC Global
CMCC Global is a pioneering venture capital firm in Asia that specializes exclusively in blockchain technology, with a presence in North America and Asia. The company offers investment opportunities through a diverse range of funds aimed at professional and accredited investors, focusing on early-stage blockchain technologies and digital assets.
What's next for Rails?
With this latest capital infusion, Rails is expected to focus on scaling its matching engine capacity and expanding its suite of perpetual trading products. The strategic alignment with high-profile investors suggests a roadmap centered on regulatory compliance and institutional integration, which are critical for long-term viability in the evolving crypto-asset market. Future initiatives will likely prioritize the enhancement of zero-knowledge proof implementations to further reduce latency while maintaining the highest standards of security. As the firm matures, its ability to balance decentralized principles with the performance demands of professional traders will be the primary driver of its continued expansion and market influence.
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