ZenMEV Limited

Based in London, UK, and founded in 2024, ZenMEV Limited operates as a blockchain protocol specializing in democratizing Maximal Extractable Value (MEV) earnings, to bridge the gap between MEV profitability and validator accessibility. In March 2025, ZenMEV raised USD 140 million in venture funding from investor VC VentureX.   The company specializes in MEV earnings for Ethereum validators through AI-enhanced staking mechanisms. ZENMEV enables Ethereum consensus layer clients to participate in competitive builder markets for equitable block sourcing.

The platform integrates smart contract automation and algorithmic staking strategies to optimize reward distribution, enhance network efficiency, and ensure transparency. ZENMEV supports multiple major blockchains including Ethereum, Polygon, Solana, Cardano, and Polkadot. Its flagship product, the Zenbots Staking Program, uses zTokens pegged 1:1 to native assets such as ETH, SOL, and USDC, with controlled issuance capped at 2% of total value locked to ensure liquidity and prevent inflation. ZenMEV generates revenue through MEV extraction strategies powered by AI, providing validators with sustainable returns while maintaining the protocol's integrity and fairness.

The company plans to utilize the March 2025 funding to expand its presence in global DeFi markets, increase liquidity for MEV-based rewards, refine its Zenbots Shield engine, and develop new AI-driven services and product innovations.