Genesis, a subsidiary of Digital Currency Group (DCG), is a leading American cryptocurrency brokerage focused on institutional investors. Founded in 2013 by Barry Silbert, Genesis operates globally and offers services through its various entities, including Genesis Global Trading, Genesis Global Capital, and Genesis Asia Pacific. The firm typically participates in Seed, Series A, and Series B investment rounds, with notable investments ranging from $4 million to over $35 million.
Genesis has a diverse portfolio that includes companies like CoinRoutes, Elixir, Enhanced Digital Group, Ondo Finance, Paradigm, Pine Street Labs, Slope Finance, and Three Arrows Capital. Key decision-makers include interim CEO Derar Islim. Genesis leverages its deep industry expertise and extensive network to provide strategic insights and support to its portfolio companies. As part of DCG, Genesis benefits from a robust ecosystem of cryptocurrency and blockchain-related ventures.