Mark Anderson
The blockchain industry is rapidly expanding, with new startups emerging on a regular basis. Many of these startups were established in 2020 or later and are headquartered in York. These startups are working on various innovations within the blockchain industry, ranging from improving cryptocurrency transactions, creating new blockchain platforms, developing blockchain applications in real estate and other industries, and much more. In this article, we will be showcasing some of the most promising blockchain startups that are based in York.
These startups are frontrunners in their respective areas, be it creating new crypto solutions, enhancing blockchain technology, or developing novel blockchain applications. From cutting-edge fintech firms developing blockchain infrastructure and solutions, to innovative companies creating decentralized applications (DApps) powered by blockchain technology for diverse industries, York is proving to be a thriving and nurturing hub for next-gen blockchain startups.
All these startups are freshly-minted from 2020 or later, proving that even in a relatively short span of time, a lot can be accomplished. These startups are a testament to the resilience, creativity, and technical prowess of the York blockchain community. Let’s dive in and see what each of these extraordinary startups is all about.
Parcl
Founded by Stephen Robinson and Trevor Bacon, Parcl is a digital real estate protocol built on the blockchain. The forward-thinking startup operates primarily in the realms of Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, and Real Estate. They are uniquely located in New York City. Follow their latest updates on LinkedIn and @parcl on Twitter.
Cipher Mining
Cipher Mining is an industrial-scale Bitcoin mining company. Their mission is to expand and strengthen the Bitcoin network’s critical infrastructure and to become the leading Bitcoin mining company in the United States. Find updates and news about Cipher Mining on their LinkedIn page and via the Twitter handle @cipherinc.
Spectral
Spectral is a protocol for programmable creditworthiness, founded by Sishir Varghese in 2020. Users can access new financial opportunities and gain valuable credit risk insights on Spectral’s platform. Stay up to date with Spectral on LinkedIn and their Twitter handle, @spectralfi.
Serum
Serum is the world’s first completely on-chain cryptocurrency ecosystem. It offers trustless trading thanks to Project Serum. Serum offers a unique, fast, and efficient solution built on Solana. Follow Serum’s progress on their Twitter, @projectserum, and their dedicated Facebook page.
Slope Finance
Founded by Leal Cheung, Slope Finance develops a mobile decentralized exchange and wallet, providing access to Solana Pay, decentralized finance, and non-fungible tokens. Follow Slope Finance on their LinkedIn page or follow @slope_finance on Twitter for updates.
Notional Finance
Started by Jeff Wu and Teddy Woodward, Notional Finance is a decentralized protocol for fixed rate and fixed term lending and borrowing of crypto assets on Ethereum. Catch the latest updates on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.
Zeta Markets
Zeta Markets is an under-collateralized DeFi derivatives platform that offers liquid derivatives trading. Users can hedge, speculate, and take positions on an infinite number of market movements. Stay updated with Zeta Markets on their @ZetaMarkets Twitter handle.
North Island Ventures
Founded by Glenn Hutchins, James Hutchins, and Travis Scher, North Island Ventures is a blockchain and cryptocurrency investment firm. Check out their LinkedIn page and @NorthIslandVC Twitter handle for more details.
mrgn labs
mrgn labs, founded by MacBrennan Peet, focuses on democratizing essential financial infrastructure for the betterment of mankind. Learn more about their progress on LinkedIn.
Enzyme
Enzyme, founded by Teddy Pejoski, provides no-code access to Web3 and allows creators and businesses to develop and implement smart contracts. For more information, visit their LinkedIn page or follow them on Twitter at @getenzyme.
HeyLayer
Founded by Alla Koretsky, Gary Riger, and Marina Romashka in 2020, HeyLayer is based in Brooklyn, New York. Stay up-to-date with HeyLayer on LinkedIn, their Twitter handle, and their Facebook page.
