Uphold

Uphold

Financial Services

New York, New York 19,572 followers

The Uphold platform is always 100%+ reserved & fully transparent ◾️

About us

Founded in 2013, Uphold is a digital wallet and trading platform that makes cryptocurrencies and other assets affordable and accessible for everyone. We provide borderless access to financial services you can’t get through your bank. Covering over 300 assets, we allow both consumers and businesses to easily transact between digital and traditional currencies, with full integration between old and new money systems. The Uphold Mobile App features our ‘Anything-to-Anything’ interface, which enables you to fund your account, send money to friends and family abroad, or trade directly between more than 60 cryptos, national currencies and metals, using just one screen. Our open API makes it possible for third-party developers to build sophisticated financial products on top of Uphold. Through our partners, you can earn interest on your holdings, get paid in crypto, or donate to charities using any supported currencies. Disclaimer: bit.ly/legaluphold

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https://uphold.com
Industry
Financial Services
Company size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
New York, New York
Type
Privately Held
Founded
2013
Specialties
digital wallet, cryptocurrency, financial services, global banking, fully reserved, transparent , digital money, and compliant

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    ⚡️ Crypto markets move fast. You need to be agile. 💸 Uphold’s U.S. Dollar Interest Account lets you earn up to 4.9% APY on dollars that you can instantly trade into #crypto. 🚫 No subscription. No lock up. 🪙 Balances under $1K earn 2% APY. 🏦 FDIC insured up to $2.5M on participating funds. 🔎 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ehPQEU89 __ DISCLAIMERS The USD Interest Account is a brokerage account offered by Atomic Brokerage LLC, member FINRA/SIPC, for participation in the Atomic Cash Sweep Program. Cash deposited in the account solely for the purpose of accessing the Cash Sweep Program is not protected by SIPC. For full details about the program, see the Terms & Conditions. Neither Atomic Brokerage, nor any of its affiliates, is a bank. Crypto is not offered through Atomic Brokerage. Balances of $1,000 or more earn 4.9% APY. Balances under $1,000 earn 2% APY. Rate is subject to change. You are able to have up to $2,500,000 FDIC insurance for deposits in your Atomic Brokerage account when those funds are deposited into all ten unaffiliated bank deposit accounts in the Atomic Cash Sweep Program (subject to coverage limits and eligibility requirements). Funds held in your Atomic Brokerage account are not FDIC insured or protected by SIPC. Access to your funds is typically available within seconds. Transactions will be monitored and may be held, delayed or blocked if the transfer could result in fraud or another form of financial harm. Additionally, sometimes transfers can be delayed. *Available to US customers only

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    📢 Win $20,000 in XRP! Uphold's XRP Sweepstakes is your chance at $20K. +5 additional winners will take home $1K in #XRP! To Enter: ✅ Opt-In for 1 FREE entry 🔁 Trade to EARN MORE entries 🎯 Don’t miss your chance to win BIG 👥 Follow Uphold for updates 👉 Learn more and opt-in now: https://lnkd.in/e7QU_RtS __ Sweepstakes ends 8/31/2024 No purchase necessary. Sweepstakes not available in all jurisdictions. Void where prohibited. Additional T&C: https://lnkd.in/eF9uxpTe Don’t invest in crypto unless you're prepared to lose all the money you invest. These are high-risk investments and you should not expect to be protected if something goes wrong. Take 2 minutes to learn more

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    🕵️ It’s Cyber Security Awareness Month! Stay safe online with these tips: ✅ Double-check links before you click 🔑 Strengthen passwords for each account + use a manager 📲 Enable 2FA for extra protection 🔒 Keep devices updated to patch security vulnerabilities #SecureYourCrypto Learn more tips at Uphold's Fraud & Security Hub: https://lnkd.in/dQ55hTiz __ Don’t invest in crypto unless you're prepared to lose all the money you invest. You should not expect to be protected if something goes wrong. Take 2 minutes to learn more.

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    "We are well on the way to universal interoperability for blockchain, and we need it. We need it especially for NFTs, proof of ownership. That proof must be universal, not tied to a specific chain." - Dr Martin Hiesboeck How close are we to achieving this vision?

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    🔐 What is Proof of Stake (PoS)? It's the consensus mechanism powering blockchain networks like #Ethereum, enabling validators to secure the network by staking their cryptocurrency holdings. Unlike Proof of Work (PoW), which relies on energy-intensive mining, PoS allows validators to lock up their crypto (known as a "stake") to validate transactions and earn rewards. 🌱 Why does this matter? Ethereum’s transition from PoW to PoS during the Merge not only improved efficiency but also had a significant environmental impact. The shift reduced Ethereum’s CO2 emissions by an astounding 99.992%, making PoS a more sustainable alternative for blockchain technology. 💡 How does PoS work? Validators are selected based on the amount and duration of their staked cryptocurrency. This financial commitment discourages malicious behavior, as validators risk losing their stake if they act dishonestly. In exchange, validators earn rewards for confirming new blocks and transactions. 📈 Example: Ethereum 2.0 is a prime example of PoS in action. Validators must stake at least 32 ether to be eligible, ensuring they have a vested interest in maintaining network security. The PoS model is not just more energy-efficient but also shifts blockchain towards a more scalable and environmentally friendly future. 📊 PoS vs. PoW: Both PoW and PoS aim to maintain the integrity of the blockchain, but they take different approaches. While PoW relies on computational effort, PoS focuses on financial commitment, leading to a more energy-efficient process. 💬 What are your thoughts on PoS and its role in the future of blockchain? Can it truly solve scalability and environmental concerns? 🎓 Learn how Proof-of-Stake reduces energy consumption, rewards validators, and supports more efficient networks compared to Proof of Work on Uphold Academy. 🔗 What is Proof of Work: https://lnkd.in/ex5GUDFs __ Don’t invest in crypto unless you're prepared to lose all the money you invest. This is a high-risk investment and you should not expect to be protected if something goes wrong. Take 2 minutes to learn more.

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    Chief Revenue & Marketing Officer | Growth Executive | Advisor | Crypto | Blockchain | Marketing | Top 25 Women in Metaverse | Tech Stars Mentor

    Only about 9.8% of Americans have a yield savings account. For a $500 balance in a high-yield account offering 4.5%, that works out to $22.50 in interest after one year, compared with just $3 with a traditional savings account. Uphold you can access 4.9% on a USD Interest Account. Earn money while you sleep and have funds "at-the-ready" to take advantage of the market. #Uphold #crypto #highinterestaccount https://lnkd.in/ekuPeRsq

    High Interest Account – Earn Up to 5% APY on Your USD

    High Interest Account – Earn Up to 5% APY on Your USD

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    🎉 Topper is excited to partner with Zelcore the ultimate multi-asset ecosystem and self-custody wallet designed to confidently navigate the Web3 world. Integrating Topper’s fiat-to-crypto onramp directly into Zelcore makes accessing the Web3 universe on your terms more straightforward than ever. With Zelcore, managing digital assets has never been more secure, private, and user-friendly. 🔑🌐 Want to explore a Web3 onramp solution? Learn more at topperpay.com

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    🔔 New Vault Integration! 🔐 Vault now supports multi-token functionality on the XRP Ledger. 🔁 With the integration of #SOLO and #COREUM, customers can now manage multiple tokens in their #XRP vault. 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e-cqsGK2 __ Don’t invest in crypto unless you're prepared to lose all the money you invest. Crypto assets are unregulated, highly volatile, and subject to significant risks, which may not be suitable for you. Take 2 minutes to learn more. *Not available in all jurisdictions

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    "Why is it so hard to find a simple place to manage my crypto and cash that actually gives me a good return?" Sound familiar? That’s what we heard, so we provided the opportunity to open a #USD Interest Account. 📲 Why juggle multiple apps and accounts when you can manage everything in one place? At Uphold, we’ve provided access to grow your USD and #crypto together, all within the same app. The new USD Interest Account: You can now earn up to 4.9% APY on your USD, right alongside your crypto portfolio. No need to switch platforms or deal with complicated bank transfers. Who’s it for? ✅ Investors who value convenience ✅ Anyone tired of managing multiple accounts ✅ Those looking for a streamlined way to grow their assets Why choose Uphold? With everything in one app, you can easily track your USD earnings, monitor your crypto, and make moves—all without leaving the Uphold platform. Want to know more? 🔎 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ehPQEU89 __ DISCLAIMERS The USD Interest Account is a brokerage account offered by Atomic Brokerage LLC, member FINRA/SIPC, for participation in the Atomic Cash Sweep Program. Cash deposited in the account solely for the purpose of accessing the Cash Sweep Program is not protected by SIPC. For full details about the program, see the Terms & Conditions. Neither Atomic Brokerage, nor any of its affiliates, is a bank. Crypto is not offered through Atomic Brokerage. Balances of $1,000 or more earn 4.9% APY. Balances under $1,000 earn 2% APY. Rate is subject to change. You are able to have up to $2,500,000 FDIC insurance for deposits in your Atomic Brokerage account when those funds are deposited into all ten unaffiliated bank deposit accounts in the Atomic Cash Sweep Program (subject to coverage limits and eligibility requirements). Funds held in your Atomic Brokerage account are not FDIC insured or protected by SIPC. Access to your funds is typically available within seconds. Transactions will be monitored and may be held, delayed or blocked if the transfer could result in fraud or another form of financial harm. Additionally, sometimes transfers can be delayed. *Available to US customers only

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Uphold 4 total rounds

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Series C

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