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Relai, a Self-custodial Bitcoin-only App, Raises $12M Series A

Relai

December 11, 2024


Bitcoin investment platform Relai has raised $12 million in a Series A funding round, bringing its post-money valuation to $72 million. The round was led by Ego Death Capital, a venture firm focused on Bitcoin-only investments. This funding adds to the company’s growing capital base, which now totals approximately $20 million.


Relai, launched in 2020, has facilitated $650 million in Bitcoin transactions, including $450 million in 2024. The app has 450,000 downloads and 140,000 active users, with expectations to reach 1 million downloads by 2025. The company plans to expand further within the growing Bitcoin market.


Relai operates a business segment serving small and medium-sized enterprises and high-net-worth individuals, which has generated $30 million in trading volume since its launch. The platform generates revenue through transaction fees, with growth expected to continue, especially with plans to secure a MiCA license in 2025 for expansion across the EU. Additionally, Relai aims to double its workforce next year to support its ongoing expansion.


About Relai

Relai is a Bitcoin investment app that allows users to buy and sell Bitcoin while maintaining control of their funds. Founded in Switzerland in 2020, the platform aims to simplify the Bitcoin investment process, emphasizing security and user education. Relai has grown rapidly and serves both individual and business customers, with a focus on the European market.


X: @relai_app


About Investor


Ego Death Capital

Ego Death Capital is a venture capital firm dedicated exclusively to Bitcoin-focused investments. The firm supports startups in the Bitcoin ecosystem, emphasizing projects that align with the principles of Bitcoin and its decentralized nature.


Location: United States


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