Venly is a blockchain technology company founded in 2018 that builds developer-friendly tools and products to help businesses integrate and benefit from Web3 technologies. Its offerings include wallet services, NFT marketplaces, and NFT tools designed to provide a seamless and secure user experience that bridges Web2 and Web3. Venly serves industries such as gaming, eCommerce, and entertainment, enabling companies to onboard users to blockchain with simplicity and top-level security. The company has achieved significant growth, with over 4 million wallet users and more than $1 billion in assets under management, supported by $25 million in funding[1][2][4].
Venly was founded in Belgium in 2018 by Tim Dierckxsens (CEO), Gerbert Vandenberghe (COO), Karel Striegel (CPO), and Davy Van Roy (CTO). The founders brought together expertise in blockchain and software development to create a platform that simplifies blockchain adoption for businesses and end users. The idea emerged from the need to make blockchain technology accessible and user-friendly, especially for companies transitioning from Web2 to Web3. Early traction included rapid user growth and recognition as a digital pioneer in blockchain innovation, notably winning the Deloitte Rising Star award in 2022[1][2][4].
Venly is positioned at the intersection of the Web2 to Web3 transition, riding the wave of blockchain adoption across mainstream industries. The timing is critical as enterprises and consumers increasingly demand secure, scalable, and user-friendly blockchain solutions. Market forces such as the rise of NFTs, decentralized finance, and blockchain gaming favor Venly’s mission to onboard the next billion users to Web3. By providing accessible tools and integrations, Venly influences the broader ecosystem by lowering barriers to blockchain entry and accelerating digital transformation for businesses worldwide[1][2][5][6].
Looking ahead, Venly is likely to expand its platform capabilities and integrations, further simplifying blockchain adoption for enterprises and developers. Trends such as AI-powered community ecosystems, cross-chain interoperability, and mainstream NFT adoption will shape Venly’s growth trajectory. As blockchain technology matures, Venly’s role as a trusted infrastructure provider will deepen, potentially making it a cornerstone in the Web3 ecosystem and a key enabler of decentralized digital economies[1][3][5]. Their ongoing partnerships and funding position them well to scale and innovate in the evolving blockchain landscape.
Venly has raised $24.0M in total across 2 funding rounds.
Venly's investors include Comcast Ventures, Jenny Fielding, Scott Hartley, High-Tech Gründerfonds, LaFont, Serena Ventures, Ilia Papas.
Venly has raised $24.0M across 2 funding rounds. Most recently, it raised $22.0M Series A in April 2022.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 1, 2022 | $22.0M Series A | Comcast Ventures, Jenny Fielding, Scott Hartley, High-Tech Gründerfonds, LaFont, Serena Ventures, Ilia Papas | |
| Apr 1, 2021 | $2.0M Seed | High-Tech Gründerfonds |
