Theo
Builds thUSD, a yield-bearing, gold-backed stablecoin and supporting crypto infrastructure aimed at investors seeking asset-backed dollar alternatives.
Overview
Theo is developing thUSD, a yield-bearing, gold-backed stablecoin targeting crypto investors and institutional allocators seeking an asset-backed dollar alternative with income potential. The product emphasizes precious-metal collateralization combined with yield generation rather than algorithmic or fiat-collateral models. Founded by ex-Optiver traders, Theo in March 2026 completed an undisclosed $100 million vault raise to support the token launch. Reporting highlights its gold backing, yield-bearing design and the trading-market experience of its founders as key differentiators.
Funding History
Ex-Optiver traders’ Theo raises $100M vault to launch yield-bearing gold stablecoin thUSD
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much funding does AI Funding track for Theo?
- AI Funding tracks $100M for Theo across 1 funding round in this database.
- What does Theo do?
- Theo is developing thUSD, a yield-bearing, gold-backed stablecoin targeting crypto investors and institutional allocators seeking an asset-backed dollar alternative with income potential. The product emphasizes precious-metal collateralization combined with yield generation rather than algorithmic or fiat-collateral models. Founded by ex-Optiver traders, Theo in March 2026 completed an undisclosed $100 million vault raise to support the token launch. Reporting highlights its gold backing, yield-bearing design and the trading-market experience of its founders as key differentiators.
- Where is Theo headquartered?
- Theo is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.
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