Recent fundraising activity in the cryptocurrency sector highlights a surge in investment across various blockchain areas, fueled by growing confidence from institutional investors. Notable rounds include Circle’s $1.1 billion funding, bolstering its USDC stablecoin and positioning it as a leading force in global fintech. IOST secured $21 million for its multichain platform focused on real-world asset tokenization, while Rails raised $14 million to develop its hybrid trading platform bridging centralized exchange (CEX) and decentralized finance (DeFi). Derivatives DEX Avantis attracted $8 million in funding, fueled by rapid growth and a strong market presence. 3Jane secured $5.2 million for its credit-based lending protocol on Ethereum, offering innovative 0% collateral loans. These funding rounds signify an increased interest from venture capitalists in blockchain infrastructure, trading platforms, and decentralized finance development.