Catenaa, Saturday, March 15, 2025 – Seismic, a blockchain developer focused on encrypted decentralized applications, has successfully raised $7 million in a funding round led by a16z Crypto, the cryptocurrency investment arm of venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz.
The round also saw participation from several prominent investors, highlighting strong confidence in Seismic’s approach to blockchain security.
Founded with the aim of enhancing data privacy within the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector, Seismic utilizes advanced encryption technologies to ensure secure, private transactions on the blockchain. The funding will be used to accelerate product development, expand Seismic’s engineering team, and support the integration of its encrypted blockchain solutions into existing DeFi protocols.
a16z Crypto’s involvement in this funding round underscores its commitment to supporting the next generation of blockchain technologies. The firm has a history of backing innovative blockchain projects, and its investment in Seismic signals confidence in the growing demand for privacy-focused solutions within the cryptocurrency space.
As blockchain technology continues to gain traction across industries, privacy remains a key challenge.
Seismic’s encrypted approach aims to address these concerns, offering a promising solution for users and developers alike in the evolving landscape of decentralized finance.
