Haven1 Secures $4.6M in Private Funding Round, Backed by Industry Giants

Zug, Switzerland – December 5, 2024 – Haven1, the first EVM (Ethereum Virtual Machine) multi-app blockchain, has successfully secured $4.6 million in a private funding round. The round attracted investments from prominent industry leaders, including Animoca Brands, KuCoin Ventures, Taisu Ventures, Kronos Research, IBC Group, and several high-profile angel investors from Uniswap, SNACKCLUB, and Nansen. The funding will propel Haven1’s mission to become the premier blockchain for DeFi 2.0 and tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) while addressing some of the most pressing inefficiencies in current blockchain infrastructures.

A Permissioned Yet Decentralized Blockchain

Haven1 is positioned as a permissioned yet decentralized blockchain, uniquely designed to tackle the inefficiencies that plague traditional Layer 1 (L1) chains. With validator support from nine of the world’s largest brands—AWS, Animoca Brands, Blockdaemon, Republic Crypto, Sygnum Bank, and others—Haven1 is primed to offer unparalleled security, optimized user experience, and a revolutionary REKT-resistant ecosystem. These partnerships ensure that Haven1 is well-equipped to provide secure and scalable solutions for DeFi and tokenized RWAs, setting the stage for its growth into 2025.

Jeff Owens, Co-Founder of Haven1, emphasized the platform’s potential: “Haven1 is more than just secure—it’s the first blockchain to create the ideal environment for DeFi 2.0, where liquidity, efficiency, safety, and user-centric value and protections come together seamlessly. This funding will accelerate our roadmap and community efforts, helping us bring the multi-app chain vision to life in the early part of 2025.”

Introducing a Revolutionary Multi-App Chain

Haven1’s multi-app chain model includes its hApp Store, a secure ecosystem designed to consolidate liquidity across network-owned Web3 protocols, such as decentralized exchanges (DEX), lending markets, perpetuals, and an NFT marketplace. This model allows third-party developers to launch their decentralized applications (hApps) within the network, benefiting from integrated liquidity and reduced transaction friction.

A unique aspect of Haven1’s design is the value redistribution mechanism. Revenue from the most profitable hApps is funneled back into the ecosystem, supporting $H1 token holders and ensuring that the value generated within the network benefits its stakeholders. This model significantly improves liquidity efficiency, reduces transaction costs, and ensures long-term growth within the Haven1 ecosystem.

Backed by Industry Titans

With over 50 ecosystem developers and partners currently building on the Haven1 platform, the project is gaining significant traction. Haven1’s public testnet phase has already onboarded over 475,000 users and processed more than 9 million transactions, underscoring the platform's potential to lead the next wave of Web3 adoption.

Cass Cai, Head of KuCoin Ventures, praised Haven1’s approach: “Haven1’s secure and multi-functional blockchain ecosystem, designed for DeFi 2.0 and tokenized RWAs, is exactly what the industry needs. Their focus on user protection and innovation positions them as a leader in the next wave of blockchain adoption.”

Advancing Web3 Value Through Innovation

Haven1’s innovations extend beyond security, introducing features such as on-chain two-factor authentication (2FA), dual smart contract audits, and the hPassport (Proof-of-Identity), which ensures safe and efficient interactions for all users within the ecosystem. These tools make Haven1 the ideal environment for DeFi 2.0 and tokenized RWAs, providing secure and user-friendly solutions for decentralized finance.

Vincent Liu, Chief Operating Officer at Kronos Research, highlighted Haven1’s impact on the industry: “Haven1’s ability to merge security, efficiency, and aligned incentives makes it a game-changer in the Layer 1 space. We are excited to support Haven1 in building a safer, smarter blockchain that aligns with our vision of a cohesive and transparent crypto ecosystem for all users.”

The Path Ahead for Haven1

With the new funding secured, Haven1 is poised to accelerate its development and expand its partnerships, bringing its innovative solutions to a wider audience. By tackling the key inefficiencies of traditional blockchains and introducing its REKT-resistant framework, Haven1 is set to lead the evolution of Layer 1 blockchains, offering a more efficient, accessible, and rewarding experience for users across the globe.

About Haven1

Haven1 is an EVM-based multi-app Layer 1 blockchain built to revolutionize DeFi 2.0 and the tokenization of real-world assets (RWAs). As a secure, gasless, and permissioned-yet-decentralized blockchain, Haven1 addresses many of the inefficiencies found in traditional blockchain infrastructure by consolidating liquidity, reducing transaction friction, and redistributing value back to the ecosystem through its innovative network-owned protocols.

The platform’s hApp Store provides a secure space for developers to launch decentralized applications (hApps) while offering seamless adoption for both retail and institutional users. Backed by leading investors like Animoca Brands, KuCoin Ventures, Kronos Research, and IBC Group, and supported by top-tier validator partners such as Sygnum Bank, AWS, and Blockdaemon, Haven1 is positioned to deliver unmatched efficiency, scalability, trust, and usability in the blockchain space.

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