# Minima

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

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Zug, Switzerland
- Website: www.minima.global
- Total disclosed funding: $9M
- Latest round: Series A (Oct 26, 2021)
- Investors on record: 5

## About

Minima GmbH is a blockchain technology company specializing in a Layer 1 solution that facilitates decentralized application development and secure peer-to-peer communication on edge devices.Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, Minima GmbH focuses on providing blockchain solutions. The company was established by Hekuran Beluli, Hugo Feiler, Nikolina Maškaric, and Paddy Cerri. Its most recent funding round was a Series A in October 2021, raising USD 6.5 mn from AGE Crypto Asset Investment, DEX Ventures, GSR, and SMO Capital, bringing the total amount raised to USD 6.5 mn.Minima offers a unique Layer 1 blockchain solution that enables the embedding and operation of full nodes on various edge devices. This technology provides decentralization, security, and scalability by facilitating local execution of decentralized applications (MiniDapps) and encrypted peer-to-peer communication across nodes. Core functionalities include seamless token creation and management directly on devices and an energy-efficient edge consensus mechanism that enhances network resilience. Minima serves a diverse client base, targeting developers of decentralized applications, enterprises in sectors like smart cities, autonomous systems, and IoT solutions, as well as end users requiring secure blockchain interactions. Its products are marketed across Europe, North America, and parts of Asia.Minima generates revenue through various avenues linked to its blockchain services and products, primarily through partnerships and B2B transactions. Clients engage in subscription models for access to the platform, alongside direct service agreements for the use of blockchain infrastructure in enterprise applications. The company’s offerings are bundled into tailored packages addressing specific needs such as decentralized application development and token generation services. Revenue may include upfront fees for service integration, ongoing licensing fees, or revenue-sharing agreements for applications deployed on the Minima network, ensuring services are accessible while supporting operational needs.In December 2021, Minima GmbH raised USD 6.5 mn in Series A funding to facilitate the launch of its Mainnet in 2022. The company is focused on expanding into new markets, specifically targeting sectors that will utilize its blockchain solutions for decentralized applications. The recent funding will support these initiatives, enabling the development of new products and enhancements to existing services.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Oct 26, 2021, $6.5M — AGE, GSR, SMO Capital, DEX Ventures
- Seed, Dec 15, 2020, $2.5M — Blockchange Ventures

## Investors

- Blockchange Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/blockchange-ventures) — Seed
- AGE — Series A
- GSR — Series A
- SMO Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/smo-capital) — Series A
- DEX Ventures — Series A