Zerocoin Electric Coin Company
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Zerocoin Electric Coin Company - overview
Established
2015
Location
Denver, CO, US
Primary Industry
Financial Services
About
Zerocoin Electric Coin Company specializes in privacy-enhancing digital currency, enabling secure and confidential peer-to-peer transactions through innovative encryption technology, thus setting itself apart from conventional cryptocurrencies. Founded in 2015, Zerocoin Electric Coin Company operates out of Denver, US, and focuses on providing a privacy-focused digital currency. The company has not undergone significant pivots or changes in business strategy. Co-founders Poramin Insom and Reuben Yap have previously been involved in the cryptocurrency sector.
The firm raised USD 1 million in Seed funding on January 20, 2016, from investors including Digital Currency Group, Fenbushi Capital, and Pantera Capital, contributing to a total amount raised of USD 1 million across its funding rounds. Zcash primarily offers a privacy-protecting digital currency designed for secure peer-to-peer transactions. Utilizing groundbreaking zero-knowledge encryption technology, Zcash allows users to make transactions while preserving their privacy, distinguishing itself from traditional cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. The platform facilitates a decentralized financial ecosystem where users have complete control over their funds, without reliance on centralized banking systems.
Customers include individual users who prioritize privacy in their financial transactions, as well as developers and enterprises interested in integrating Zcash capabilities into their applications. The Zcash protocol is accessible globally, with particular focus in markets such as North America, Europe, and parts of Asia, ensuring that anyone with internet connectivity can utilize its features. Zcash generates revenue through its ecosystem by enabling transaction fees associated with the transfer of its digital currency, ZEC. Users engaging in transactions pay minimal fees, which are significantly lower than those of traditional financial systems, thus promoting higher transaction volumes.
The structure of these transactions is primarily B2C, with individual users directly interfacing with wallets and exchanges that support Zcash. In addition, partnerships with various exchanges and wallet providers solidify Zcash's presence in the market, expanding its user base and enhancing liquidity. The business model is supported by a decentralized network of developers who contribute to the protocol, ensuring continuous updates and feature enhancements, thus maintaining user engagement and transaction activity. In January 2016, Zerocoin Electric Coin Company raised USD 1 million in Seed funding which will be utilized to support the development of new products enhancing the privacy features of Zcash.
The company aims to expand its market presence in North America, Europe, and Asia by the end of 2023, targeting new users and developers interested in privacy-focused solutions. Recent funding will support marketing efforts and technical enhancements, ensuring the protocol remains competitive and user-friendly.
Current Investors
Digital Currency Group, Pantera Capital, Fenbushi Capital
Primary Industry
Financial Services
Sub Industries
e-Financial, Accounting/Finance Software
Website
www.z.cash
Verticals
Blockchain
Company Stage
Angel & Seed
Total Amount Raised
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