CeFi Deals Drive Crypto Fundraising Surge to $2.235 Billion in July
Crypto fundraising surged to $2.235 billion in July, marking a significant jump of nearly 149% from the previous month's total of $889 million.
The increase was led by Centralized Finance (CeFi) deals, which attracted over half of the funds raised during the month with a total of $1.23 billion across nine transactions.
This trend suggests that investors are prioritizing stability and institutional integration over experimental protocols, as regulatory frameworks like MiCA in Europe provide clearer guidelines for businesses.
The data from RootData highlights the growing maturity of the crypto market, where capital flows towards infrastructure and regulated financial services, while DeFi fundraising remains limited due to regulatory uncertainty and security concerns.