CoinDesk

CoinDesk

Crypto news, analysis, and data platform

Overview

CoinDesk provides news, data, and educational resources focused on the cryptocurrency and blockchain industries. The platform works by publishing real-time market analysis and hosting major industry events like the Consensus conference to connect investors and professionals. It distinguishes itself by maintaining editorial independence while leveraging the extensive network of its parent company, Digital Currency Group, to provide deep market insights. The company's goal is to be the primary source of information and education for a global audience navigating the complexities of digital assets.

Significant Headcount Growth

About CoinDesk

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Why CoinDesk is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Data & Analytics

Crypto & Web3

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$125.6M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2013

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What believers are saying

  • CoinDesk Indices landed Gemini Enterprise access on August 25, 2026.
  • CoinDesk Indices keeps winning distribution through ICE, ProShares, Swyftx, and Gemini.
  • Consensus 2026 in Miami and Hong Kong expands sponsorship, ticketing, and brand reach.

What critics are saying

  • Bullish cut CoinDesk editors in December 2024, signaling newsroom instability.
  • Bullish reported a $280 million Q2 2026 net loss, pressuring CoinDesk investment.
  • CoinDesk's editorial brand depends on Bullish, creating existential conflict risk during sponsor pressure.

What makes CoinDesk unique

  • CoinDesk 20 became ProShares KRYP ETF launch on February 4, 2026.
  • CoinDesk Indices powered ICE CoinDesk 20 futures on February 5, 2026.
  • Consensus spans Miami in May 2026 and Hong Kong in February 2026.

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Funding

Total Funding

$125.5M

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

0 Rounds

Benefits

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Financial & Retirement - 401K Plan

Family & Parenting - Maternity & Paternity Leave, Work From Home

Vacation & Time Off

Sick Days

Perks & Discounts - Employee Assistance Program

Professional Support & Development

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

8%

1 year growth

8%

2 year growth

8%
PR Newswire
Oct 16th, 2024
CoinDesk bolsters information services offering with strategic acquisition of CCData and CryptoCompare

/PRNewswire/ -- CoinDesk, one of the most trusted media, events, indices, and data companies for the global crypto economy, today announced that it has...

Business Wire
Nov 21st, 2023
Bullish Acquires CoinDesk from Digital Currency Group

Bullish, the fastest growing regulated, institutional digital assets exchange led by Tom Farley, announced today that it has acquired CoinDesk, the in

CoinDesk
Oct 11th, 2023
Chinese Bribes, Thai Prostitutes and an End to the Lies: Caroline Ellison's Explosive Second Day of Testimony Against Sam Bankman-Fried

CoinDesk has won three journalism awards for its reporting that set off the chain of events leading to FTX's collapse.

Zeitgeist PM
Oct 5th, 2023
Zeitgeist Launches Key Partnership With CoinDesk Indices

Zeitgeist launches key partnership with CoinDesk Indices.

Salaam Gateway
Sep 30th, 2023
Islamic finance wrap: Which countries are keen on leveraging Islamic banking?

Islamic Coin partner with CoinDesk Indices to explore Sharia-compliant benchmarks

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