VALR
VALR is a digital-asset platform that allows customers to buy, sell, store and transfer Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies seamlessly and securely.
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* | $50.0m Valuation: $240m | Series B | |
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VALR is a South African cryptocurrency exchange founded in 2018 by Farzam Ehsani, Chris T, Theo Bohnen, and Badi Sudhakaran. The company provides a platform for users to buy, sell, and trade a variety of cryptocurrencies using the South African Rand (ZAR).
Farzam Ehsani, the CEO, was previously the Chairperson of the South African Financial Blockchain Consortium, bringing a wealth of experience in the blockchain industry to the company. VALR has grown to become the largest crypto exchange in Africa by trading volume and is expanding its services globally, with a focus on Asia. The platform serves both retail customers and corporate and professional traders.
In addition to its exchange services, VALR offers VALR Pay, a feature that allows users to make free peer-to-peer payments. The company has a simple and user-friendly interface, making it accessible for both beginners and experienced cryptocurrency traders.
Keywords: cryptocurrency exchange, Bitcoin, Ethereum, South African Rand, ZAR, VALR Pay, crypto trading, blockchain, digital assets, financial technology