Cygnus Finance Raises $20M to Revolutionize On-Chain Liquidity with Innovative Liquidity Validation System

Cygnus Finance, a trailblazing modular real-yield platform that bridges non-EVM and EVM ecosystems, announced on February 19, 2025, that it has raised $20 million in pre-seed funding. The round was led by OKX Ventures and Optimism, with participation from Mirana Ventures, UpHonest Capital, CL, Manifold Trading, G-20 Group, and other prominent investors. This substantial investment will expedite the development and expansion of Cygnus’ innovative Liquidity Validation System (LVS) and its suite of decentralized finance (DeFi) solutions.

Redefining On-Chain Liquidity with Cygnus

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Cygnus Finance is revolutionizing the on-chain liquidity landscape by addressing the limitations and fragmentation that hamper blockchain ecosystems. Its Liquidity Validation System (LVS) functions as a comprehensive, omni-chain active verification network and liquidity proof system, enabling seamless integration of validation mechanisms across multiple chains. This fosters trust and transparency while providing a robust liquidity infrastructure for the entire ecosystem.

Key Features and Benefits of Cygnus:

Modular Real-Yield Layer: Cygnus integrates non-EVM systems like TON with the EVM ecosystem, offering a versatile and unique platform for generating real yield.
Liquidity Validation System (LVS): Ensures liquidity security, provides staking yield, generates LVS fees, and offers various incentives to users contributing to ecosystem security.
Staking and Yield Opportunities: Users can stake their assets and earn rewards through a pooling mechanism that aggregates assets across different chains, maximizing returns from liquidity provision, network validation, and asset management.
Stablecoin Lending and Leverage Trading: Cygnus Finance facilitates stablecoin lending and leverage trading backed by real-world assets like U.S. Treasury Bills, providing stability and security to users.
Social App SDK: Enables one-click deployment of Telegram-integrated applications, simplifying development and connecting blockchain functionalities with Telegram’s messaging system.
Cygnus Chain: Serves as the settlement layer for the LVS, ensuring seamless validation and settlement of multi-chain assets.
Cross-Chain Interoperability: Connects a vast network of blockchains and active validation systems (AVS), offering unprecedented scalability and access to global liquidity.
Security and Transparency: Utilizes battle-tested proof-of-stake verification and implements robust security measures to mitigate risk.

About the Investors:

OKX Ventures: The investment arm of OKX, a leading cryptocurrency exchange.
Optimism: A layer-2 scaling solution for Ethereum, enhancing transaction speed and reducing costs.
Mirana Ventures: Focuses on venture capital, trading, and asset management within the blockchain space.
UpHonest Capital: Specializes in early-stage investments, bridging the U.S. and China markets.
CL: Invests across various sectors, including art, fashion, and cultural projects.
Manifold Trading: A systematic, medium-frequency quant hedge fund operating in the crypto market.
G-20 Group: An ecosystem partner providing strategic support and resources.

About Cygnus Finance:

Cygnus Finance is shaping the future of real yield in Web3. By combining cutting-edge technology with a strong focus on security and transparency, Cygnus empowers users to participate in a thriving, yield-driven ecosystem. With its innovative LVS, Cygnus unlocks new possibilities for on-chain liquidity, creating a more sustainable and inclusive decentralized financial landscape.

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