Blockchain Press Releases
SUNRATE closes Series D-2 funding round led by Sequoia Capital Southeast Asia (now known as Peak XV Partners)
SINGAPORE, July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — SUNRATE, an intelligent global payment and treasury management platform announced today that it has raised an extended Series D (Series D-2) funding round from Sequoia Capital Southeast Asia (now known as Peak XV Partners). Prosperity7 Ventures and Softbank Ventures Asia also contributed to the round.
The funding will enable SUNRATE to accelerate its global expansion plans by driving innovative development of its technologies, deepen cutting-edge products and services, hire top industry talent and also provide the flexibility to explore additional strategic opportunities.
SUNRATE provides global payment products and services for businesses worldwide, including international payments, global collection, commercial card issuance and treasury management. Businesses can make payments to more than 150 countries and transact in more than 100+ currencies. They also enjoy global collection services available in over 30 currencies, collect funds in over 10 major global currencies (as if they were local payments), and settle card spends in more than 15 currencies. As part of SUNRATE’s global vision to drive B2B digitalisation, it also offers effective treasury management tools such as TreasuryOS and RiskOS, to enable businesses to manage and oversee their financial assets, liabilities, and liquidity.
Paul Meng, Co-Founder at SUNRATE said, “We started SUNRATE with the modest goal of bettering the payments experience of small to medium-sized businesses (“SMBs”). Through the years, we have witnessed first-hand how our products and services have benefited businesses; by providing fast secure transactions, high-touch customer service as well as lower and transparent costs. Having prestigious investors like Peak XV Partners come onboard this journey with us is testament to our efforts and performance – in cementing ourselves as the go-to leading global cross-border B2B payment platform in emerging markets. By removing business payments friction and helping businesses to digitalise, SUNRATE empowers businesses — helping them to scale across borders seamlessly and effectively.”
In the last year, SUNRATE’s business has significantly scaled and achieved great momentum across emerging markets. SUNRATE intends to use funds from this round to accelerate growth in the emerging markets, such as Southeast Asia and India, and continue to onboard new customers globally. The company will continue to bring in top talents to match its overall global growth trajectory.
Abheek Anand, Managing Director at Peak XV said, “Cross-border business payments serve as a vital foundation for the multi-trillion dollar global trade market. SUNRATE has built a proprietary global payment network and a diverse product portfolio to provide fast, compliant, and low cost payment capabilities to customers across multiple markets in Asia. We’re excited to partner with the team as they continue to expand rapidly and sustainably as the emerging market leader in this massive category.”
The influx of investment is timely when the emerging market opportunities for SUNRATE in global cross-border B2B and card payments are still expanding at a rapid pace. According to FXC Intelligence, the global B2B cross-border payments market is expected to total US$56.1 trillion in volume by 2030.
About SUNRATE
SUNRATE is an intelligent global payment and treasury management platform for businesses worldwide. Since its inception in 2016, SUNRATE is recognised as a leading solution provider and has enabled companies to operate and scale both locally and globally in 150+ countries and regions with its cutting-edge proprietary platform, extensive global network, and robust APIs. With its global headquarters in Singapore and offices in Hong Kong, Jakarta, London and Shanghai, SUNRATE partners with the top global financial institutions, such as Citibank, Standard Chartered, Barclays and is the principal member of both Mastercard and Visa. To learn more about SUNRATE, visit https://www.sunrate.com/
About Peak XV Partners (Formerly Sequoia Capital India & SEA)
Peak XV Partners (formerly Sequoia Capital India & SEA) is a leading venture capital and growth investing firm investing across India, Southeast Asia and beyond. Peak XV (pronounced Peak Fifteen) was the name used for Mount Everest before it was called that. It embodies everything we believe about building long-lasting businesses that stand tall and inspire greatness.
Over the last 17 years of our operations in the region, Peak XV has grown to manage over USD 9 billion in capital across 13 funds and invested in over 400 companies. To know more, check out peakxv.com.
Important note: This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy, nor shall there be any sale of securities of SUNRATE in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale of these securities would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction.
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PANAMA CITY, April 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — BingX, a global leading cryptocurrency exchange, kicks off its 7th anniversary as a Platinum Sponsor at TOKEN2049 Dubai. This premier Web3 gathering marks the beginning of a global series of festivities commemorating BingX’s milestone. As the anniversary unfolds, BingX will continue its celebration with a lineup of offline events around the world, uniting users, partners, and communities in a shared journey of growth and gratitude.
Attendees at the TOKEN2049 conference will be able to enjoy the vibrant anniversary spirit that infuses the event experience. The celebratory atmosphere, from immersive booth interactions to BingX-branded boats adorning the waterfront, highlights the connections BingX has built with its global user base. Attendees will also have the opportunity to meet BingX’s core team, provide feedback, and discover the strategy and innovation behind the platform’s latest product developments. In addition, BingX will host a private side event, bringing together key partners, traders, and community members for a meaningful evening of connection and reflection.
“We are proud to mark our 7th anniversary with meaningful moments alongside our global community,” said Vivien Lin, Chief Product Officer of BingX. “Dubai is one of the many ideal places to celebrate how far we’ve come — not just as a platform, but as a user-first brand. From our early days to now being a top 5 derivative platform, our journey has been shaped by every user, every conversation, and the stories they tell. By showing up at TOKEN2049 as a major sponsor, we are reinforcing our belief that innovation starts with us listening.”
BingX’s celebration is already well underway. The “Your Voice, Our Story” Campaign invited users to share their personal journeys with BingX, shining a light on the very community that helped shape the platform. Chelsea FC and BingX also teamed up to launch the Bitcoin Fantasy 7 campaign, giving fans the chance to build their dream team and win exclusive prizes. Coming up next is a global trading campaign featuring various competitions, community rewards, and special giveaways as well. Together, activities reflect BingX’s commitment to creating fun, rewarding experiences that strengthen its connection with users worldwide
About BingX
Founded in 2018, BingX is a leading crypto exchange, serving over 20 million users worldwide. BingX offers diversified products and services, including spot, derivatives, copy trading, and asset management – all designed for the evolving needs of users, from beginners to professionals. BingX is committed to providing a trustworthy platform that empowers users with innovative tools and features to elevate their trading proficiency. In 2024, BingX proudly became the official crypto exchange partner of Chelsea Football Club, marking an exciting debut in the world of sports.
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Blockchain Press Releases
MEXC Exchange Report Shows Airdrops Resulting in Up to 35% New User Registrations
VICTORIA, Seychelles, April 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A report released by MEXC, a leading global crypto exchange, indicates that airdrop campaigns account for approximately one-third of new user registrations during peak months. The numbers showcase the effectiveness of airdrops as a marketing instrument that crypto projects can leverage to attract new audiences and bootstrap engagement. The report also highlights the importance of ongoing structural shifts taking place in the industry across regions, as well as user motivation swings.
Key Takeaways:
- Peak user acquisition rates driven by airdrops reach up to 35% in certain months.
- User behavior is influencing airdrop campaign participation through deeper mobile penetration and the involvement of gamification mechanisms.
- 76% of users who sign up via airdrop campaigns remain on the platform, with 18% becoming active traders and 58% trading occasionally.
- The CIS region leads in terms of involvement at 67%, followed by Southeast Asia at 51%, and South Asia at 32%.
- Airdrops are evolving into a means of financial inclusion, in addition to acting as an effective marketing instrument.
MEXC analyzed user behavior during airdrop campaigns and identified a significant shift in the audience. While regions with low levels of access to banking services previously served as the main source of airdrop participants, the latest report indicates that new channels of user onboarding are ousting the trend. Gamification and Tap-to-Earn games in mobile-based Telegram channels are taking center stage as key registration sources for users with no previous experience in crypto. For instance, games like Hamster Kombat attracted over 70 million users, other notable examples of similar grade being Notcoin and Yescoin.
According to the data compiled as a result of the research, users who received their first airdrop tokens demonstrated varying degrees of continued involvement in the crypto industry. As many as 18% maintained active trading patterns and delved deeper into crypto services, 58% traded occasionally, while 24% were one-off users, withdrawing their funds without further engagement in trading. The users who evolve into active traders showcase an average daily trading volume above $58,000, with select ones achieving $31 million.
Regional segmentation of the users attracted via airdrops shows that the CIS is in a leading position, with 67% of the total, followed by Southeast Asia at 51%, and South Asia with 32%. The results of the analysis correlate with low levels of access to banking services in the given regions. They also align with data provided by Chainalysis, which positioned India, Vietnam, and the Philippines as the countries in Asia with the highest rates of crypto adoption, driven by low levels of banking services access and rapid spread of internet coverage in rural areas.
The limited financial inclusion of the countries in the indicated regions into the international banking system paves the way for cryptocurrencies to act as alternative means of payment both abroad and within domestic economies. Users participating in airdrops either withdraw them to fiat or use them for their needs. Pakistan and the Philippines are leading in this regard.
The report released by MEXC highlights the prominent role airdrops are occupying in the evolving crypto landscape, transforming from a marketing action into a separate instrument for user engagement. The ability to attract 35% new user registrations via airdrops in select regions like the CIS and Asia is a powerful factor acting in favor of using the given approach to expanding the crypto industry and advancing its maturity.
About MEXC
Founded in 2018, MEXC is committed to being “Your Easiest Way to Crypto.” Serving over 36 million users across 170+ countries, MEXC is known for its broad selection of trending tokens, everyday airdrop opportunities, and low trading fees. Our user-friendly platform is designed to support both new traders and experienced investors, offering secure and efficient access to digital assets. MEXC prioritizes simplicity and innovation, making crypto trading more accessible and rewarding.
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Blockchain Press Releases
MEXC Announces Listing of Hyperlane (HYPER) with a 165,000 HYPER and 50,000 USDT Prize Pool
VICTORIA, Seychelles, April 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — MEXC, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange, announced the Hyperlane (HYPER) listing on April 22, 2025(UTC).To celebrate this significant addition to the exchange, MEXC is launching a special event with a prize pool of 165,000 HYPER and 50,000 USDT for new and existing users.
Hyperlane is the first permissionless, universal interoperability protocol dedicated to building a truly open and decentralized cross-chain communication infrastructure. As “The Open Interoperability Framework,” it enables anyone to freely expand, utilize, and customize the network, allowing developers to easily and securely build cross-chain applications and token bridges. To date, Hyperlane has connected over 140 blockchains, processed nearly 9 million cross-chain messages, and bridged more than $6 billion in volume through its Warp Routes.
$HYPER is the native token of the Hyperlane ecosystem, with an initial total supply of 1 billion tokens. It plays a critical role in securing the protocol through staking, rewarding validators for verifying cross-chain messages, incentivizing user-driven activity, and enabling community governance over protocol development.
To celebrate the listing, MEXC will launch an Airdrop+ event with substantial rewards for users:
Event Period: April 21, 2025, 10:00 – May 01, 2025, 10:00 (UTC)
Benefit 1: Deposit and share 120,000 HYPER (New user exclusive)
Benefit 2: Spot Challenge — Trade to share 15,000 HYPER (For all users)
Benefit 3: Futures Challenge — Trade to share 50,000 USDT in Futures bonus (For all users)
Benefit 4: Invite new users and share 30,000 HYPER (For all users)
MEXC has established itself as a leading exchange by consistently offering users early access to high-potential crypto assets. In 2024 alone, the platform listed 2,376 new tokens, including 1,716 initial listings. According to the latest TokenInsight report, MEXC led the industry with 461 spot listings between November 1, 2024, and February 15, 2025. During this period, the exchange maintained a high listing frequency, consistently ranking among the top six platforms, demonstrating its agility in capturing emerging market trends. MEXC will continue to expand its asset offerings and help users seize timely opportunities in the fast-moving crypto market.
For full event details and participation rules, please visit here.
About MEXC
Founded in 2018, MEXC is committed to being “Your Easiest Way to Crypto.” Serving over 36 million users across 170+ countries, MEXC is known for its broad selection of trending tokens, everyday airdrop opportunities, and low trading fees. Our user-friendly platform is designed to support both new traders and experienced investors, offering secure and efficient access to digital assets. MEXC prioritizes simplicity and innovation, making crypto trading more accessible and rewarding.
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Risk Disclaimer:
The information provided in this article regarding cryptocurrencies does not constitute investment advice. Given the highly volatile nature of the cryptocurrency market, investors are encouraged to carefully assess market fluctuations, the fundamentals of projects, and potential financial risks before making any trading decisions.
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