# Ekiden

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/ekiden

- Industry: Financial Services
- Headquarters: Lisbon, Portugal
- Website: www.ekiden.fi/
- Total disclosed funding: $2M
- Latest round: Seed (May 4, 2026)
- Investors on record: 11

## About

Ekiden, based in Portugal, specializes in providing a robust digital asset trading platform. It focuses on perpetual futures trading on the Aptos blockchain, facilitating decentralized trading for various investors. Founded in 2025 and headquartered in Lisbon, Portugal, Ekiden is a digital asset trading platform focused on perpetual futures on the Aptos blockchain. The company has completed one funding event to date, raising USD 2.00 million in a Seed round on May 4, 2026, with participation from Unicorn Factory Ventures, P2 Ventures, and other investors.  Ekiden specializes in providing a robust platform for trading perpetual futures on the Aptos blockchain. Their core product allows users to engage in decentralized trading, offering a seamless experience for both retail and institutional investors. The platform is designed to solve issues related to volatility and liquidity in the crypto markets, enabling users to hedge their positions and manage risk effectively. Released recently, the service aims to cater to a diverse clientele, including crypto traders, hedge funds, and institutional investors seeking innovative financial solutions. Ekiden's offerings are accessible to users primarily in North America, Europe, and select regions in Asia, aligning with the growing demand for secure and efficient trading environments in these geographical markets. 
Ekiden primarily earns revenue through trading fees charged on transactions executed on its platform, applicable to both retail and institutional users. The company is also exploring partnerships within the blockchain ecosystem to expand its offerings, while maintaining competitive pricing and focusing on delivering an efficient, user-friendly trading experience.
In May 2026, Ekiden secured USD 2.00 million in Seed funding to advance its mainnet launch. The proceeds are intended to support security audits, product development, team expansion, and strategic partnerships. The company also plans to enhance its platform and explore geographic expansion, although specific product launches and timelines have not been disclosed.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, May 4, 2026, $2M — GSR Ventures, G20 Ventures, PYTH, Aptos, Inc., Curiosity, Flowdesk, DCF God, P2 Ventures, Moonhill Capital, Unicorn Factory Ventures, Keyrock

## Investors

- GSR Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/gsr-ventures) — Seed
- G20 Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/g20-ventures) — Seed
- PYTH — Seed
- Aptos, Inc. — Seed
- Curiosity (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/curiosity) — Seed
- Flowdesk — Seed
- DCF God — Seed
- P2 Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/p2-ventures) — Seed
- Moonhill Capital — Seed
- Unicorn Factory Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/unicorn-factory-ventures) — Seed
- Keyrock — Seed