Blockchain.com (formerly Blockchain.info) is one of the oldest and most widely used cryptocurrency platforms, founded in 2011 by Benjamin Reeves, Nicolas Cary, and Peter Smith. Originally known for its Bitcoin block explorer and web wallet, the company has grown into a full-service crypto platform offering a wallet, exchange, institutional services, and a block explorer used by millions worldwide.
The Blockchain.com wallet has been one of the most popular cryptocurrency wallets since the early days of Bitcoin, with tens of millions of verified users across its web, iOS, and Android platforms. The exchange supports trading in Bitcoin, Ethereum, and dozens of other cryptocurrencies, with fiat on-ramps for major currencies. The company has also expanded into institutional services, including over-the-counter (OTC) trading and lending products.
Blockchain.com has raised over $500 million in venture capital and was valued at $14 billion in a 2022 funding round. The company is headquartered in London with offices globally. Its block explorer at blockchain.com remains one of the most-visited Bitcoin data resources, providing real-time information on blocks, transactions, and network statistics.
Key Products
- Blockchain.com Wallet — Multi-currency crypto wallet (web, iOS, Android)
- Blockchain.com Exchange — Spot trading with fiat on-ramps
- Block Explorer — Real-time Bitcoin and multi-chain blockchain data
- Institutional Services — OTC trading, lending, and custody
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Venture Capital Rounds
Blockchain: $30.5 million - First
17-Sep-2014 | Wallet
Investors: Lightspeed Ventures, Wicklow Capital, Mosaic Ventures, Prudence Holdings, Future Perfect Ventures, Rafael Corrales, Amit Jhawar, Nat Brown, Individual Investors
Headquartered: London
Country: United Kingdom