Switzerland’s FUTURE Raises CHF 28 Million to Build ‘Europe’s Premier Bitcoin Treasury’
FUTURE (Future Holdings AG), a Swiss Bitcoin Treasury Company, raised CHF 28 million (over $34 million) in a funding round supported by notable institutional Bitcoin investors, including Fulgur Ventures, Nakamoto, and TOBAM. Aiming to become Europe's leading Bitcoin treasury platform, FUTURE is building a bridge between Bitcoin and global capital markets through a Bitcoin-heavy balance sheet and four integrated verticals: treasury operations, research and analytics, infrastructure and custody, and advisory services. Led by experienced executives from fintech, Bitcoin infrastructure, and venture capital, the Zurich-based company seeks to leverage Switzerland's favorable macroeconomic conditions and financial reputation to create a trusted institutional gateway for Bitcoin. The commitment from high-profile investors reflects confidence in FUTURE's vision and strategic execution.
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Introduction of FUTURE and Funding Achievement
The international Bitcoin ecosystem has gained another major player. FUTURE (Future Holdings AG), a self-described “Bitcoin Treasury Company”, has raised CHF 28 million (over $34 million) in a new funding round supported by some of Bitcoin's most renowned institutional investors.
The Zurich-based firm aspires to become Europe’s leading Bitcoin treasury platform — an institutional bridge connecting Bitcoin with global capital markets.
Key Investors Backing FUTURE
The funding round was anchored by Fulgur Ventures, Nakamoto, and TOBAM — three firms deeply embedded in both traditional finance and Bitcoin investing. FUTURE’s leadership consists of prominent figures in venture capital, fintech, and Bitcoin infrastructure:
- Chairman Richard Byworth: Managing Partner at Syz Capital and former CEO of Diginex.
- CEO Sebastien Hess: Former fintech entrepreneur who worked with Rocket Internet and Bitcoin mining venture Block Green (backed by Peter Thiel and Coinbase).
- Other co-founders include:
- Marc Syz: CEO at Syz Capital.
- Julian Liniger: CEO of Swiss Bitcoin app Relai.
- Adam Back: Inventor of Hashcash and CEO of Blockstream, pivotal in Bitcoin’s early foundation.
Vision and Commitment
CEO Sebastien Hess highlighted the comprehensive vision of the company: “This round brings together leading venture investors who share our conviction in Bitcoin and in the strength of the team we’ve built at FUTURE.”
Hess further added, “Their commitment reflects confidence in our execution and our vision to build Europe’s premier Bitcoin treasury company — a trusted institutional gateway that connects Bitcoin with global capital through financial discipline, technology, and transparent governance.”
Strategic Positioning in Switzerland
Chairman Richard Byworth emphasized Switzerland’s favorable macroeconomic environment with a 0% base rate and negative-yielding government bonds. This positions the country as a strategic hub for Bitcoin-focused financial operations. Byworth noted, “The calibre of investors in this round, and the strong interest we’ve seen in a challenging environment, highlight the demand for a Swiss Bitcoin Treasury Company.”
FUTURE’s Integrated Model
FUTURE's model centers on a Bitcoin-heavy balance sheet, forming the foundation of its operations. The company integrates four key verticals:
- Bitcoin treasury operations.
- Institutional research and analytics.
- Infrastructure and custody solutions.
- Advisory services, including the upcoming Future Bitcoin Forum 2026 in Switzerland.
Vice-Chairman Marc Syz stated, “Switzerland has a long tradition of financial innovation and trust. It’s time for the country to continue on that path and lead in Bitcoin by building institutional infrastructure that meets the highest global standards.”
Disclosure and Additional Context
Disclosure: Nakamoto is in partnership with Bitcoin Magazine’s parent company BTC Inc to build the first global network of Bitcoin treasury companies. BTC Inc provides marketing services to Nakamoto. More details can be found in the original article written by Micah Zimmerman on Bitcoin Magazine.