Crypto-friendly bank Erebor in talks to raise $1.5 bln at $9.5 bln valuation
Erebor, a bank catering to crypto, AI and defense sectors, is seeking $1.5 billion in a funding round valuing it at $9.5 billion. Deposits surged to $4.6 billion in July.
Erebor, a financial institution with a focus on cryptocurrency, artificial intelligence and defense industries, is in advanced talks to raise $1.5 billion in a new funding round that would value the bank at $9.5 billion, according to a report by the Financial Times.
The bank’s deposit base expanded sharply from $1.1 billion in March to $4.6 billion by July, driven by clients in crypto, AI and defense sectors. This growth underscores Erebor’s positioning as a key financial partner for industries at the intersection of emerging technology and traditional finance.
The potential capital injection would support further expansion, including potential acquisitions or scaling of services tailored to high-growth sectors. The valuation implied by the funding round reflects strong investor confidence in Erebor’s business model and client base.
Details of the funding round, including lead investors and the structure of the deal, remain undisclosed. The bank has not publicly commented on the negotiations.
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