A new crowdfunding platform in the United States, Timestamp, has been dedicated to Bitcoin startups to connect crypto initiatives to new funding sources.
Timestamp disclosed the initiative on November 25, and it is accessible to both accredited and non-accredited investors.
According to the organization, investors will acquire ownership interests in backed companies that are comparable to conventional equity investing.
CEO Arman Meguerian of Timestamp stated to Cointelegraph, “This structure guarantees complete regulatory compliance while providing investors with genuine equity ownership.”
The platform offers businesses an alternative to conventional venture capital financing by charging a 7% commission on successful campaigns without requiring upfront fees.
Initially, projects may “soft launch” with a campaign page to generate early interest. After concluding the legal paperwork, they can proceed to a full public launch.
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regulates crowdfunding, particularly regarding equity offerings. Public records indicate that the agency has maintained a timestamp since October 2023.
“We are a US-based platform registered with the SEC and FINRA and operate within a clear regulatory framework. This allows founders to access a global network of Bitcoin-focused investors,” stated Meguerian.
Fiat currency is the sole investment method, although the concentrate is on Bitcoin-based firms. According to reports, the organization collaborates with regulators and banking partners to incorporate Bitcoin payments in 2025.
Since the approval of Bitcoin-based spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in early 2024 and the launch of the Ordinals protocol in 2023, the Bitcoin ecosystem has experienced a surge in innovation. Institutional investors’ enthusiasm for Bitcoin has been instrumental in the proliferation of firms developing solutions for its network.
Five startups are raising capital on the Timestamp website, working on products ranging from Bitcoin wallets and payments to a Bitcoin version of Pokémon Go. “We are establishing the infrastructure required for the sustainable expansion of the Bitcoin ecosystem,” stated Meguerian.
Galaxy Research reports that in the third quarter of 2024, crypto entrepreneurs raised $2.4 billion from venture capital firms, a 20% decrease from the previous quarter.