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21 Shares
Fintech · Zurich, Switzerland · Founded 2018
Simplifying crypto investments with ETPs for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and diversified crypto baskets MoreLess
21Shares is a pioneering financial services company that simplifies cryptocurrency investments through Exchange Traded Products (ETPs). Founded in 2018, 21Shares offers a range of ETPs that provide exposure to leading cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum, as well as diversified crypto baskets. These products are designed to be easily accessible through traditional banks and brokerages, making it straightforward for both institutional and retail investors to participate in the high-growth cryptocurrency market. The company operates primarily in the financial technology sector, focusing on disruptive and aggressive growth assets. Its business model involves charging an annual fee for managing these ETPs, which are listed on major European stock exchanges such as the SIX Swiss Exchange, Deutsche Boerse Xetra, and Wiener Boerse. By leveraging industry-leading research and a user-friendly approach, 21Shares aims to guide investors through the complexities of the evolving crypto landscape.
Keywords: cryptocurrency, ETPs, Bitcoin, Ethereum, diversified baskets, fintech, financial services, investment, stock exchanges, high-growth assets.
Company overview
21 Shares company information
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- Status
- Acquired
- Founded
- 2018
- Headquarters
- Zurich, Switzerland
- Employees
- 100
- Open positions
- None listed
- Dealroom signal
- 81.3
- Investment activity
- 4 companies · latest Jan 2024
- Capital deployed
- $23M
- Preferred round
- SEED
Valuation & funding
21 Shares funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACQUISITION✓Exit | Oct 2025 | $0 | — | FalconX | ↗ |
| LATE VC✓Equity / VC | Sep 2022 | $22M | $90M | Marshall Wace · ETFS Capital · Quiet Ventures · Valor Equity Partners | ↗ |
| EARLY VC✓Equity / VC | May 2021 | $0 | — | Morgan Creek Capital Management · Collaborative Ventures · Quiet Ventures · Catherine Wood | ↗ |
Financials
Revenue, earnings and profit over time
Reported history and available estimates. Estimated years are marked “E”; sparse fields are left blank rather than inferred.
| Year | Revenue | Growth | Profit | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $108M | 0% | −$1M | -0.9% |
| 2025 | $108M | +27.4% | −$1M | -0.9% |
| 2024 | $85M | +172.6% | −$1M | -1.2% |
| 2023 | $31M | -24.5% | ||
| 2022 | $41M | +26.6% | ||
| 2021 | $33M | +1457.1% | ||
| 2020 | $2.1M | — |
Growth signals
21 Shares website traffic
Latest recorded traffic for 21 Shares is 140K monthly website visits, down 6.7% over the last three months. 21 Shares's team declined 5.7% over the past year.
Comparisons
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Capital deployed
21 Shares investments and acquisitions
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