What is Shield?
Shield operates as a secure online payment platform designed for wholesalers and exporters. It facilitates the acceptance of stablecoin payments, offering instant conversion to fiat currencies. Key features include low fees, robust compliance assurance, and fast same-day wire transfers. The company aims to bridge the gap between traditional finance and the burgeoning cryptocurrency economy, providing a reliable and efficient payment solution for businesses engaged in international trade.
How much funding has Shield raised?
Shield has raised a total of $7.1M across 2 funding rounds:
Other Financing Round
$2.1M
Seed
$5M
Other Financing Round (2023): $2.1M with participation from Eterna Capital, Moonpay, Kraken Ventures, and Alchemy
Seed (2025): $5M led by Coinbase, F K Factoring, Bank of America, and Giant Ventures
Key Investors in Shield
Eterna Capital
Eterna Capital is an investment firm specializing in blockchain and Web3 technologies, supporting innovative startups in these emerging sectors.
Moonpay
MoonPay is a financial technology company building payments infrastructure for crypto, offering seamless conversion between fiat and cryptocurrencies.
Kraken Ventures
Kraken Ventures targets early-stage companies and protocols in the crypto and fintech ecosystem, investing in technologies that power crypto and fintech innovation.
What's next for Shield?
With the recent influx of major strategic investment, Shield is poised for significant scaling and innovation. The company is likely to focus on enhancing its platform's security features, expanding its global reach, and potentially integrating more diverse payment options. Further development of its compliance infrastructure will be crucial as it navigates the evolving regulatory landscape of digital assets and international finance. This funding round signals strong investor confidence in Shield's business model and its potential to capture a substantial share of the digital payment market.
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