Minke is a mobile DeFi wallet that allows users to save, earn, and invest in decentralized finance. The platform offers higher interest rates than traditional banks through a user-friendly interface, making DeFi accessible to a broader audience.
Funding
$650K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
In emerging markets, individuals often face limited access to traditional banking services and are vulnerable to high inflation, which erodes the value of their savings. Existing cryptocurrency exchanges and fintech solutions can be complex and difficult to navigate for the average user.
Solution
Minke provides a self-custodial mobile wallet designed to simplify access to decentralized finance (DeFi) for users in emerging markets. The platform enables users to buy, save, send, and invest in stablecoins and other cryptocurrencies directly from their smartphones. By supporting low-fee networks like Polygon and integrating with payment methods like Apple Pay and Google Pay, Minke reduces transaction costs and lowers the barrier to entry for individuals seeking alternatives to traditional financial systems. The wallet gives users complete control over their funds, eliminating the need for intermediaries and providing a secure way to protect their assets from inflation.
Target Audience
The primary target audience is individuals in emerging markets who lack access to traditional banking services and are seeking a secure, user-friendly way to save and invest in cryptocurrencies and stablecoins.
Features
- Self-custodial wallet ensuring users retain complete control over their private keys.
- Support for buying and selling ETH, BNB, MATIC, and USDC with Apple Pay and Google Pay in over 180 countries.
- Integration with the Polygon network to provide low-fee transactions.
- Support for stablecoins, including USDC, DAI, and USDT.
- Real-time tracking of currency devaluation against the USD.