SheeldMarket is a cryptocurrency trading platform that utilizes privacy-preserving techniques to obscure the trading positions of participants. This approach reduces the risk of front-running and market manipulation, thereby enhancing the integrity of trading activities.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Institutional investors face challenges in accessing and trading cryptocurrencies due to regulatory complexities, security concerns, and the need for efficient execution across multiple exchanges. Existing platforms often lack the necessary safeguards against market manipulation and front-running, hindering institutional adoption.
Solution
Aplo (formerly SheeldMarket) is an EU-licensed crypto prime broker that provides institutional investors with a secure and transparent platform for trading digital assets. The platform offers access to deep liquidity across a wide range of crypto assets, while adhering to strict regulatory requirements. Aplo's smart order routing system automatically identifies the best prices and liquidity across multiple exchanges and OTC desks, ensuring efficient trade execution. As an AMF-registered Digital Asset Service Provider, Aplo offers institutional-grade custody solutions and conflict-free trading, with no proprietary trading activities.
Target Audience
Aplo primarily serves institutional investors, including crypto hedge funds, blockchain foundations, and fintech companies seeking to integrate crypto offerings.
Features
- Access to over 300 crypto assets and 100k+ tradable pairs
- Smart order routing for optimal execution across multiple exchanges
- User-friendly interface designed for institutional traders
- Institutional-grade custody with multi-sig security enhanced with sMPC and HSMs
- Explicit fee structure with options for all-in pricing
- Detailed execution reports, benchmark comparisons, and target price analysis
- Integration with permissioned DeFi protocols such as Aave Arc