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FIRE

Browser extension simulating Ethereum transactions

Overview

Fire provides a free browser extension that simulates Ethereum (ETH) transactions to show users a clear preview of what will enter and exit their wallets before signing any contract. This helps non-technical users understand the implications of their web3 actions and avoid scams. The extension works within the browser by intercepting transaction flows and presenting a transparent, human-readable preview of the transfer details, enabling safer wallet activity in web3. Unlike some competitors that may focus on on-chain analysis or in-depth tooling, Fire targets ease of use for a broad audience and aims to build trust through safety and clarity. The company could monetize via premium features, partnerships with other blockchain services, or advanced analytics and support, operating on a freemium model. Fire’s goal is to enhance security and transparency in web3 transactions for ETH wallet users, from casual users to active traders.

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About FIRE

Simplify's Rating
Why FIRE is rated
C-
Rated C on Competitive Edge
Rated C on Growth Potential
Rated D+ on Differentiation

Industries

Consumer SoftwareCybersecurityCrypto & Web3

Company Size

1-10

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$3.5M

Headquarters

Newark, DE

Founded

2022

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What believers are saying

  • Firefox metadata updated October 17, 2026, signaling active maintenance.
  • Preqin still lists Fire as active with April 2023 funding.
  • Web3 fraud remains painful, keeping demand for transaction preview tools high.

What critics are saying

  • Chrome policy changes can cripple extension distribution and permissions by 2027.
  • Wallets like MetaMask can absorb simulation features and commoditize Fire.
  • Monetization remains unclear; a free security tool dies without paid distribution.

What makes FIRE unique

  • Fire translates smart-contract actions into human-readable wallet previews.
  • It works with existing wallets and never requests private keys.
  • The product attacks transaction blindness, the core cause of many web3 scams.

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Funding

Total Funding

$3.5M

Meets

Industry Average

Funded Over

1 Rounds

Seed funding is usually the first official round after pre-seed, when a startup has a prototype or concept. It’s typically used to develop the product, test the market, and start building the team. Investors here are often angel investors or early-stage venture capitalists.
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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Paid Vacation
  • Hybrid Work Options

Company News

Cointelegraph en Español
Feb 15th, 2025
Kerberus Acquires Pocket Universe for Crypto Antivirus

Kerberus has acquired Pocket Universe, a browser extension for fraud prevention, to develop a cryptocurrency-specific antivirus. The acquisition of Refract, Pocket Universe's developer, was a seven-figure deal. Kerberus plans to integrate Pocket Universe with its Sentinel3 extension and expand protection to EVM and Solana chains. Founders of Pocket Universe will step back but continue supporting Kerberus. The new antivirus product is expected in four months.

PitchBook
Apr 11th, 2023
Global VC deals for April 11, 2023 | PitchBook

Lithuania-based Perfection42 has raised €1.1 million in seed funding from investors including CoInvest Capital and angel network LitBAN.

Axios
Apr 10th, 2023
Crypto fraud prevention startup Fire raises $3.5 million

One estimate places 2022 losses to fraud at $5.9 billion.

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