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Blockchain.com Files S‑1, Eyes US IPO Amid Crypto Turbulence

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Blockchain.com filed a confidential S‑1 with the SEC, signaling an IPO push amid a volatile crypto market. The Dallas‑based exchange, founded in 2011, has operated for a decade and now offers wallets, trading and institutional services. Investors watch as the sector seeks fresh capital for growth and stability in 2024.

The filing leaves share count and price range undisclosed, but the company plans to launch this year, according to an insider. With 500 employees and three years of adjusted profitability, Blockchain.com aims to monetize its 95 million wallets and 43 million confirmed accounts for investors to tap into its liquidity and growth.

Last year, Blockchain.com raised $110 million in a Series E led by Kingsway Capital, slashing its valuation from a $14 billion peak in 2022 to under half that level. The move follows exits by Gemini and Kraken parent Payward, underscoring a shift toward cost discipline as trading volumes fell amid market volatility and.

A public listing could unlock liquidity for Blockchain.com’s stakeholders and signal renewed confidence in digital‑asset infrastructure. Regulators will scrutinize the filing, and market conditions will dictate timing. Investors now face a clearer picture of the company’s valuation trajectory and its potential to capitalize on a rebounding sector in 2024 and.