Blockstream

Blockstream

Founding Date
2014

Blockstream is the global leader in Bitcoin and blockchain technology. Working at the forefront of cryptography and distributed systems, Blockstream builds crypto-financial infrastructure based on Bitcoin, the most robust and secure blockchain. The company offers a sidechain solution that enables secure, trustless Bitcoin swap settlements and robust smart contracts, empowering financial institutions to tokenize assets efficiently. The company also provides a range of software and hardware solutions and expert professional services to companies deploying new blockchain-based networks. Blockstream’s suite of technologies enhances the Bitcoin ecosystem, making it easier for individuals and businesses to secure and transact their digital assets.

ABOUT BLOCKSTREAM

  • Blockstream utilizes advanced cryptography and security engineering to develop products and networks aimed at enhancing the efficiency of financial markets. 

  • The company applies cutting-edge cryptography and security engineering, building the technology that makes financial markets more efficient by reducing reliance on trust.

  • Blockstream investors include Horizons Ventures, Blockchain Capital, Khosla Ventures, Baillie Gifford, Digital Currency Group, AXA Strategic Ventures and others.


BLOCKSTREAM PRODUCTS

  • Liquid Network. 

A Bitcoin layer-2 enabling the issuance of security tokens and other digital assets.

  • Elements. 

An open-source platform for deploying federated sidechains and blockchains, providing developers access to powerful features such as Confidential Transactions and Issued Assets.

  • Crypto Data Feed. 

A partnership between Blockstream and Intercontinental Exchange that delivers best-in-class real-time and historical trade data from the world’s leading cryptocurrency venues.

  • Blockstream Finance. 

Secure, institutional-grade Bitcoin investment solutions—encompassing yield generation, alpha-generation strategies, and lending.

  • Blockstream Satellite. 

Broadcasts the Bitcoin blockchain around the world 24/7 for free, protecting against network interruptions and providing areas without reliable internet connections.

  • Core Lightning. 

A leading implementation of the open Lightning Network protocol, widely adopted for enterprise Bitcoin Lightning Network deployments.

  • Blockstream Jade. 

An open-source hardware wallet, delivers advanced security for Bitcoin and Liquid assets in an easy-to-use form factor.

  • Blockstream Green. 

A gateway to Blockstreamʼs cutting-edge technology suite, seamlessly integrating with Jade, Core Lightning, Bitcoin, and a rapidly-growing portfolio of tokenized assets on Liquid.