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Miden, a zero-knowledge blockchain protocol spun out of Polygon Labs, has secured $25 million in funding led by a16z crypto, 1kx, and Hack VC. The funds will accelerate its mainnet launch and ecosystem growth, positioning it as a competitor to Solana and Aptos with privacy-focused transactions.
- Miden's $25M funding round was led by a16z crypto, 1kx, and Hack VC, with participation from MakerDAO's Rune Christensen and Aptos' Avery Ching.
- The protocol focuses on privacy-preserving transactions, distinguishing it from competitors like Solana and Aptos, and plans a future airdrop for POL token holders.
- Miden will integrate with Polygon's AggLayer and aims to expand its team from 17 to 25 to bolster marketing and ecosystem development ahead of its mainnet launch later this year.
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