SFOX, Inc.

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SFOX, Inc. - overview

Established

2014

Location

San Francisco, CA, US

Primary Industry

Financial Services

About

SFOX, Inc. is a crypto prime dealer that specializes in optimizing digital asset trading for institutional investors, providing essential tools and services for effective market participation. Founded in 2014 by Akbar Thobhani, SFOX, Inc. operates out of San Francisco, US, and focuses on providing comprehensive trading solutions for institutional clients.


The company has raised a total of USD 22. 7 mn through its Series A funding round on August 16, 2018, with participation from notable investors including Social Capital and Tribe Capital. SFOX has completed 4 deals since its inception, primarily targeting the digital asset trading market. SFOX is a comprehensive crypto prime dealer that caters to institutional investors by providing an array of products and services designed to optimize trading in digital assets.


The company's core offerings include a robust liquidity aggregation platform, which facilitates unparalleled access to over 80 global markets from a single account. This platform enables clients to execute trades at speed and scale while benefiting from price improvements and reduced slippage through advanced smart routing algorithms. Additionally, SFOX provides full trade lifecycle support, including custody solutions, clearing, and flexible settlement options, ensuring that institutional clients do not need to engage with multiple service providers. The company serves a diverse client base that includes hedge funds, family offices, sophisticated individual traders, and financial institutions, primarily focusing on markets across North America, Europe, and Asia.


SFOX generates revenue primarily through the execution of trades and related services offered to its institutional clients. The firm's transaction structure is centered around a commission-based model, where clients pay fees based on the volume of trades executed through the platform. This model is designed to align the company’s interests with those of its clients, as SFOX aids in securing the best prices across its extensive liquidity network. Additionally, the company offers premium services that may involve enhanced access to advanced trading algorithms and bespoke reporting solutions tailored to the needs of sophisticated traders.


While specific pricing details for services are proprietary, the structure implies that institutional clients benefit from a scalable model that grows with their trading volume and complexity. SFOX plans to leverage the USD 22. 7 mn raised in its Series A funding to enhance its platform offerings and expand into new markets. The company is currently developing new products aimed at improving service delivery for institutional clients, with anticipated launches in the upcoming quarters.


Furthermore, SFOX is targeting expansion into key regions, including Asia and Europe, to broaden its client base and service capabilities. The latest funding will support these strategic initiatives, enabling SFOX to enhance its technology and operational infrastructure.


Current Investors

Khosla Ventures, SV Angel, Y Combinator

Primary Industry

Financial Services

Sub Industries

e-Financial, Investment Banking, Web Applications

Website

www.sfox.com

Verticals

Blockchain, FinTech

Company Stage

Series A

Total Amount Raised

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