The Block
The Block is a leading information services platform focused on the digital asset and cryptocurrency industry. Founded in 2018, the company has built a strong reputation for its independent, data-driven insights that serve as a trusted resource for professionals across the global digital economy. The Block operates across three core pillars: news, research, and data, delivering objective, timely, and impactful analysis of the rapidly evolving crypto and blockchain markets. Through its website, newsletters, research portal, podcast "The Scoop," data services, and bespoke research projects, The Block engages daily with tens of thousands of technologists, investors, financial institutions, Fortune 500 executives, policymakers, and service providers worldwide.
Associated People
2021 - present
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2024 - present
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2018 - 2021
ABOUT THE BLOCK
The Block is a leading digital asset information and research platform that empowers smarter decision-making for professionals, investors, and enthusiasts in the blockchain and cryptocurrency space.
The company provides in-depth analysis on how digital assets intersect with traditional finance, technology, government policy, and global markets.
Founded by Mike Dudas, The Block has raised $4 million from prominent venture capital firms including Greycroft, Pantera Capital, BlockTower Capital, and Bloomberg Beta.
AREAS OF FOCUS
Cryptocurrencies – Comprehensive insights into Bitcoin, Ethereum, and emerging altcoins.
Blockchain Technology – Developments in decentralized ledger systems, scalability solutions, and smart contracts.
Decentralized Finance (DeFi) – Analysis of protocols transforming traditional financial services through blockchain innovation.
Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) – Tracking the growth of digital collectibles, gaming assets, and tokenized art.
Regulation – Reporting on evolving government policies, compliance frameworks, and legal issues shaping the crypto landscape.
THE BLOCK OFFERINGS
The Block Pro News – Provides real-time coverage and sector-specific insights from one of the industry’s most experienced editorial teams, delivering deep dives and instant updates on market-moving developments.
The Block Pro Research – The company’s flagship research library features over 2,000 comprehensive reports authored by financial analysts and crypto-native researchers, offering data-driven perspectives on key industry trends.
The Block Pro Data – Offers institutional-grade, verified datasets curated by a team of experts, enabling users to make informed decisions backed by accurate, detailed, and comprehensive market data.