NodeReal is a technology company.
NodeReal has raised $16.0M across 1 funding round.
NodeReal has raised $16.0M in total across 1 funding round.
NodeReal is a Web3 infrastructure provider founded in 2021, offering scalable, reliable blockchain solutions like RPC nodes, Web3 APIs, explorers, and layer 2 scaling tools to empower developers building decentralized applications (dApps).[1][2][3][5] It serves over 16,000 developers and 200+ dApps, handling 1 billion+ daily API requests with 99.8% uptime, solving key pain points in blockchain scalability, data security, and efficiency—such as private transaction routing and custom application chains.[3][5] Backed by $16M from investors like Sky9 Capital, NodeReal has grown to 25 employees across global offices, partnering with projects like PancakeSwap, The Graph, and Coin98 to drive Web3 adoption.[1][3][5]
NodeReal emerged in 2021 as a startup headquartered in Singapore, evolving from early involvement in the BNB Smart Chain (BSC) ecosystem where it launched a validator initially called RapToken, later rebranded to NodeReal.[3][4] The founding team draws from top tech firms like Alibaba Cloud, ByteDance, BNB Chain, Huawei, and Qualcomm, bringing expertise in scalable infrastructure to address the high-speed blockchain era's demands.[3] Pivotal early traction came from providing HTTPS/WebSocket access to EVM chains like BSC and Ethereum via its MegaNode, quickly positioning it as a trusted global partner amid surging Web3 developer needs.[4][5]
NodeReal rides the Web3 infrastructure boom, capitalizing on explosive dApp growth and multi-chain expansion in high-speed blockchains like BSC, Ethereum, and Sui, where reliable nodes and APIs are bottlenecks for mass adoption.[2][4][5] Its timing aligns with layer 2 proliferation and enterprise Web3 entry, providing tools that lower barriers for developers amid rising API demands and scalability needs.[2][3] By supporting 200+ dApps and integrations with leaders like PancakeSwap and The Graph, NodeReal influences the ecosystem as a foundational enabler, fostering innovation in DeFi, NFTs, and credentials while promoting long-term Web3 success through efficient, secure primitives.[3][5]
NodeReal is poised to expand its API marketplace and layer 2 offerings, targeting more chains and enterprise solutions as Web3 matures toward mainstream use.[2][3] Trends like DePIN, multi-chain interoperability, and AI-blockchain fusion will amplify demand for its high-performance infra, potentially scaling to billions more requests with global team growth.[5] Its influence could evolve from core provider to full-stack platform, solidifying Web3's infrastructure layer much like cloud giants did for Web2—empowering the next wave of dApps that make decentralized tech truly real.[3][5]
NodeReal has raised $16.0M in total across 1 funding round.
NodeReal's investors include Principia Growth Equity, Sky9 Capital, Akshay Sriprasad.
NodeReal has raised $16.0M across 1 funding round. Most recently, it raised $16.0M Series A in May 2022.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 1, 2022 | $16.0M Series A | Principia Growth Equity, Sky9 Capital, Akshay Sriprasad |