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Tinker
AddedMar 17, 2024
UpdatedJun 18, 2026
Tinker

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Tinker: A leading crypto trading firm, specializing in algorithms & market making, based in Waterloo.

HQ
Waterloo, Ontario, CA
Founded
2014
Accelerator
Y Combinator logoY CombinatorS14
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Tinker is a leading cryptocurrency trading firm specializing in algorithmic trading and market making. Founded in 2014 and based in Waterloo, Tinker focuses on the digital currency market, processing significant daily trading volumes. The firm aims to enhance market efficiency and liquidity in the cryptocurrency space.

Tinker has achieved notable success, processing over $10 million in daily trading volumes at its peak and representing 10-20% of all BTCUSD trading on regulated exchanges. The firm's impact on the market is substantial, contributing to the stability and growth of the cryptocurrency ecosystem.

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Tinker - Quick Facts

Who are Tinker's competitors?

Companies similar to Tinker include CoinAlpha, Wintermute, CoinTracker and 3Commas.

When was Tinker founded?

Tinker was founded in 2014.

Where is Tinker's headquarters located?

Tinker's headquarters is located in Waterloo, Ontario, CA.

How much has Tinker raised to-date?

As of Sep 11, 2014, Tinker has raised a total of $145k (USD).

Tinker - Classification

Ownership
  • Private
Technology
  • Blockchain
  • Crypto
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Revenue
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Enterprise
Main Product
  • Market Making
  • Trading
Tags
  • Financial
  • Fintech
NAICS
  • 520000Finance and Insurance
  • 522000Credit Intermediation and Related Activities
  • 522300Activities Related to Credit Intermediation
  • 522320Financial Transactions Processing, Reserve, and Clearinghouse Activities
SIC
  • 6000Depository Institutions
  • 6090Functions Related To Depository Banking
  • 6099Functions Related To Depository Banking, Not Elsewhere Classified
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SIC
  • 6200Security And Commodity Brokers, Dealers, Exchanges, And Services
  • 6280Services Allied With The Exchange Of Securities Or Commodities
  • 6282Investment Advice