Acquisition Crypto
$25M

Luno

South Africa September 2020 Southern Africa

About this Deal

Digital Currency Group acquired Luno crypto exchange.

Investors

Lead: Digital Currency Group

DCG

Deal Details

Amount$25M
TypeAcquisition
InstrumentEquity
SectorCrypto
FounderMale-led
StatusClosed

Company

LU
Luno
Startup · Cape Town

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