FalconX

FalconX

Institutional crypto trading platform for financial institutions

About FalconX

Simplify's Rating
Why FalconX is rated
B+
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated A on Growth Potential
Rated B on Differentiation

Industries

Fintech

Crypto & Web3

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$427M

Headquarters

San Mateo, California

Founded

2018

Overview

FalconX operates an institutional crypto trading platform that focuses on the needs of financial institutions dealing with digital assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum. The platform simplifies the trading process by providing clear price discovery and efficient trade execution, allowing institutions to buy and sell cryptocurrencies without concerns about price discrepancies or hidden fees. Trusted by major financial institutions, FalconX tailors its services to meet the specific requirements of clients such as hedge funds and asset managers. The company offers a range of services including trade execution, credit, treasury management, market making, and prime services, generating revenue through these specialized offerings. FalconX aims to provide a reliable and efficient trading experience for institutional investors in the rapidly changing crypto market.

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Integration with Talos enhances FX liquidity and attracts institutional clients.
  • Launch of Focal AI engine improves decision-making for institutional investors.
  • Acquisition of Arbelos Markets strengthens FalconX's position in crypto derivatives.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition could erode FalconX's market share.
  • Cryptocurrency market volatility poses financial risks to operations and clients.
  • Regulatory changes could impact FalconX's ability to operate in certain regions.

What makes FalconX unique

  • FalconX eliminates slippage and hidden fees using advanced data science techniques.
  • The platform is trusted by major financial institutions for its reliability and effectiveness.
  • FalconX offers a comprehensive suite of services tailored for institutional clients.

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Funding

Total Funding

$427M

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

4 Rounds

Series D funding is typically for companies that are already well-established but need more funding to continue their growth. This round is often used to stabilize the company or prepare for an IPO.
Series D Funding Comparison
Above Average

Industry standards

$77M
$70M
Twilio
$80M
Handshake
$100M
Affirm
$150M
FalconX

Benefits

Hybrid Work Options

Performance Bonus

Company Equity

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

2%

2 year growth

0%
Finance Magnates
Apr 28th, 2025
Aussie Crypto Provider to Offer Derivatives with Prime Brokerage FalconX Partnership

Australia-licensed MHC Digital Group has inked a partnership deal with the crypto prime broker FalconX to provide digital asset derivatives to the Australian wholesale market.

Talos
Apr 14th, 2025
FalconX Expands Integration with Talos to Provide Institutional Access to FX Liquidity

NEW YORK, April 14, 2025 - FalconX, the leading digital asset prime brokerage, has integrated its foreign exchange (FX) liquidity provision services with Talos, the premier provider of institutional trading and portfolio technology for digital assets.

What is DePIN
Mar 18th, 2025
FalconX Executes First Block Trade for CME Solana Futures

In addition, Falconx launched a major mediation service, allowing institutional investors to circulate smoothly while maintaining money safely in bankruptcy reservation.

PR Newswire
Mar 16th, 2025
Falconx Executes First-Ever Cme Group Sol Futures Trade With Stonex

NEW YORK, March 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- FalconX, a leading digital asset prime broker, today announced that it has executed the first-ever block trade of CME Group's newly launched Solana (SOL) futures product with StoneX, a leading global financial services firm. This milestone demonstrates FalconX's continued leadership in institutional cryptocurrency derivatives trading while highlighting the accelerating institutional adoption of digital assets like SOL."FalconX is proud to execute the first block trade in CME SOL futures with StoneX. This highly anticipated launch marks a historic moment for the Solana ecosystem, allowing institutional investors to manage risk and price exposure on a regulated venue," said Josh Barkhordar, Head of US Sales at FalconX. "This inaugural trade reinforces our commitment to offering a world-class derivatives franchise with exceptional speed-to-market capabilities that institutional clients require."CME Group's launch of SOL futures responds directly to increasing institutional demand for regulated access to digital assets beyond bitcoin and ether. As Solana continues to attract growing developer and institutional interest, CME Group's SOL and Micro SOL futures provide investors with capital-efficient ways to manage exposure, execute sophisticated hedging strategies, and expand their crypto portfolios within a trusted and compliant trading venue."StoneX and StoneX Digital are proud to support CME's innovative initiatives to enhance institutional access to cryptocurrencies through a regulated and compliant suite of listed derivatives," said Eric Rose, Head of Digital Asset Execution at StoneX Digital. "Our ability to offer execution and clearing services for CME futures seamlessly complements our spot trading capabilities, further strengthening StoneX's responsiveness to client demands and reinforcing the firm's commitment to providing institutional access to the digital asset ecosystem through a trusted and reliable counterparty."FalconX continues to serve as a key liquidity provider for CME Group's comprehensive suite of cryptocurrency derivatives

FalconX
Mar 6th, 2025
Meet Focal: AI Insights Engine for Institutional Crypto

Today, FalconX launched Focal, a cutting-edge AI-powered platform designed to help institutional investors make faster, sharper decisions.

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