★ Company Profile
Gilded, whose full name is Gilded Inc., is a fintech company that provides crypto accounting and payment solutions that was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States. According to publicly available information, Gilded is committed to helping businesses integrate blockchain transactions and simplify the payment, accounting, and financial reporting processes for crypto assets. The platform supports businesses in managing cryptocurrency transactions with automated tools and seamlessly interfaces with traditional accounting software to serve finance and operations teams in the Web3 economy. The co-founders include Gil Hildebrand (CEO), Ken Gaulter, Raina Casbon-Kelts, Joey Ryan, and Eledi Dyrkaj, and the team consists of blockchain developers and Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) with backgrounds in finance and software development. Gilded's corporate structure is centered around technology research and development, with approximately 15 employees (as of 2023). On September 14, 2023, Gilded was acquired by Bitwave as part of its enterprise-grade digital asset financial solution. Details about the registered capital, shareholding structure and advisory team were not publicly disclosed. Gilded is a member of the Blockchain Association of America and participates in the Web3 community, but the identity of the industry association was not further disclosed.

★ Regulatory
InformationGilded, a B2B platform that provides crypto accounting and payment services, does not publicly disclose information that it is directly regulated or licensed by U.S. financial regulators. Under U.S. law, platforms that provide accounting and payment software that do not directly handle customer funds may not be subject to strict regulation by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) or the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Gilded's official website states that its platform is non-custodial, does not directly hold or control customer funds, and transactions are done through users' own blockchain wallets. The platform supports clients in performing know-your-customer (KYC) and anti-money laundering (AML) checks to comply with relevant U.S. regulations by partnering with compliant service providers. The specific regulatory number or official filing information has not been disclosed through public channels. Gilded said it complies with U.S. data protection regulations (e.g., CCPA), but does not mention specific international standards (e.g., GDPR).

★ Trading product
Gilded does not directly provide financial trading products, but rather supports businesses in handling the payment and accounting needs of crypto assets through its platform. Supported trading categories include major cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), USD Coin (USDC), and customer native tokens such as TrustSwap's SWAP token. Businesses can send crypto payments, pay employees, or pay suppliers through the Gilded platform, with transaction types ranging from single payment (Bill Pay) to bulk payment (Mass Pay) for up to 500 payees. Gilded's services do not involve traditional financial assets (such as forex, stocks, or CFDs) and focus on crypto asset management and financial operations within the Web3 ecosystem. As of 2023, Gilded has served 130 clients, including crypto startups, NFT marketplaces, decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs), and accounting firms.

★ Trading software
Gilded provides a cloud-based Web3 financial management platform that is accessible via the web and supports integration with major accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, Xero) and payment processors (e.g., Stripe). The platform includes the following core modules:

1. Bill Pay: Supports sending cryptocurrency and fiat invoices, automatically detecting and reconciling payments in the mempool.

2. Mass Pay: Allows businesses to pay crypto payroll or fees to up to 500 recipients at once, saving on gas fees.

3. Financial Dashboard: Provides real-time visualization of transaction data, including wallet balances, asset distribution, and gas fee analysis.

4. Accounting Integration (Compass): Automatically map crypto transactions to GL Accounts to generate financial reports and tax documents.
   The platform is compatible with Web3 wallets (e.g. MetaMask, Ledger, Trezor), and users need to connect the wallet to initiate transactions. Designed for NFT brands, Gildeed's NFTOPS module provides revenue share and trading volume analysis. In September 2021, Gilded launched the Compass module to enhance the QuickBooks integration.

★ Deposit and withdrawal
methodsGilded's platform is a non-custodial model, and users directly manage the deposit and withdrawal of crypto assets through Web3 wallets such as MetaMask. The platform supports both fiat payments (through the Stripe integration, credit cards and bank transfers accepted) and cryptocurrency payments (BTC, ETH, USDC, etc.). Corporate customers can create invoices through Gildeed's dashboard, and after the customer pays, the funds go directly to the wallet or bank account designated by the business. Gilded doesn't charge escrow fees, and transaction costs only include gas fees for the blockchain network and payment processing fees for Stripe (if applicable). The batch payment feature reduces gas fees by optimizing smart contract calls (e.g., a transaction that pays 7,000 USDC to 43 people at once). Users can track payment status and reconciliation records through the platform. The exact payment limit or processing time was not publicly disclosed.

★ Customer
SupportGilded offers professional support for enterprise customers, communicating via in-app chat, email, and a dedicated account manager. The support team assists clients with platform setup, accounting software integration, and transaction troubleshooting. Gilded's Help Center (as of 2023) provides detailed tutorials, API documentation, and best practice guides like how crypto accounting works. Platforms engage with customers through social media such as Twitter @gildedfinance and LinkedIn, which has thousands of followers as of 2023, sharing product updates and Web3 financial insights. Gilded offers personalized onboarding services to help customers quickly deploy the platform. Customer feedback shows that Gilde's Mass Pay and Compass modules have significantly improved crypto accounting efficiency, such as Gitcoin reporting without the need to manually adjust journal entries.

★ Core Business & ServicesGilded's
core business is to provide crypto accounting and payment solutions for Web3 businesses, covering the following services:

1. Crypto payments: support single and batch payments, compatible with BTC, ETH, USDC, and native tokens for payroll, vendor payments, and customer invoices.

2. Accounting Integration: Sync crypto transactions to QuickBooks, NetSuite, and Xero with the Compass module to automatically generate financial reports and tax documents.

3. Financial dashboards: Provide real-time data visualizations, including wallet balances, transaction history, and gas fee analysis, to optimize financial decisions.

4. NFT Financial Management: The NFTOPS module provides revenue share, transaction volume analysis, and brand partner reporting for NFT brands.
   The clients are mainly institutional clients, including crypto startups, NFT marketplaces, P2E (Play-to-Earn) guilds, DAOs, miners, and accounting firms. Gilde's platform was optimized with Techstars accelerators in 2019, crypto payments were launched in 2020, and Mass Pay and Compass modules were added in 2021. As of 2023, Gilded serves 130 customers, covering the U.S. and global markets.

★ Technical
InfrastructureGilded's technical infrastructure is based on blockchain and cloud computing, supporting Ethereum, Bitcoin, and other major blockchain networks. The platform aggregates transaction data from wallets, exchanges (such as Kraken), and payment processors through a REST API and syncs it to accounting software. Gilded's non-custodial architecture ensures that users directly control assets through Web3 wallets such as MetaMask, and the platform does not hold private keys. Smart contracts are used to automate invoice reconciliation and bulk payments to optimize gas fees. The financial dashboard uses a Web3 technology stack (TypeScript, Angular) to provide real-time data visualization through a distributed database. Servers are primarily located in the United States (exact location not disclosed) and are guaranteed 99.9% availability through cloud providers such as AWS. Gilded's deep Kraken integration (coming in 2022) allows you to sync your trading data with one click. The platform protects user data with SSL encryption and multi-factor authentication, but does not disclose specific cybersecurity certifications.

★ Compliance & Risk Management
SystemGilded's compliance system ensures that customers comply with relevant U.S. regulations by working with KYC/AML service providers. The platform supports the transparency of on-chain transactions, monitors anomalous activity through smart contracts and blockchain analysis tools, and reduces the risk of fraud and money laundering. Gilde's non-custodial model puts control of assets in the hands of users, reducing the platform's own compliance risks. Risk control measures include real-time transaction verification, automatic invoice reconciliation, and user rights management. Gildeed's Compass module ensures that crypto transactions are accurately mapped to the accounting ledger in compliance with US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The platform expressly prohibits illegal activities and reserves the right to suspend offending accounts. Regarding specific third-party audits or compliance certifications, public information is not disclosed in detail. Gilded stated compliance with U.S. data protection regulations, such as the CCPA, but did not mention international standards.

★ Market Positioning & Competitive
AdvantageGilded is positioned as a Web3 financial management platform with the goal of helping enterprises seamlessly integrate crypto assets into traditional financial processes. Competitive advantages include:

1. Seamless accounting integration: The Compass module supports QuickBooks, NetSuite, and Xero, automatically syncing crypto transactions, reducing manual effort.

2. Non-custodial mode: Users have full control over their assets, enhancing security and trust.

3. Bulk payment efficiency: The Mass Pay feature allows you to pay up to 500 payees at once, saving time and gas fees.

4. NFT-specific module: NFTOPS provides customized financial management for NFT brands to meet the needs of emerging markets.
   Compared to competitors (e.g., Cryptio, TaxBit), Gilded's accounting software integrations and bulk payment capabilities provide greater operational efficiency, making it particularly suitable for small and medium-sized Web3 businesses and NFT projects. Gilded's clients include Gitcoin, TrustSwap, and Coinbound, showing market acceptance.

★ Customer Support &
EnablementGilded empowers customers with multi-channel support, including a help center, dedicated onboarding, and community engagement. The platform offers educational content such as crypto accounting best practices, tax reporting guides, and Web3 finance blogs to help clients optimize their financial processes. Gilded works with customers to develop new features, such as the Mass Pay and Compass modules, which were launched in 2021, in response to user needs. The platform shares industry insights through Twitter and LinkedIn to enhance customers' understanding of the Web3 economy. Gild's partner, Revelry (2022), helps optimize the development process and support rapid feature iterations. Customer feedback highlights that Gilded's automated tools have significantly reduced accounting workload, such as Coinbound reporting for more efficient invoice management. As of 2023, Gilde's client base spans crypto startups and accounting firms, with a specific number of 130.

★ Social Responsibility & ESG
Gilded has limited disclosures on social responsibility and environmental, social and governance (ESG) information. The platform indirectly promotes financial inclusion and a decentralized economy by simplifying Web3 financial management and facilitating the commercial adoption of cryptocurrencies. Gilded issued a statement in June 2022 supporting the LGBTQ+ community, emphasizing a culture of diversity and inclusion. Regarding energy consumption, Gilded relies on blockchain networks such as Ethereum (which switched to a PoS mechanism in September 2022) and is more energy-efficient than traditional financial systems, but does not disclose specific carbon footprint data or sustainability plans. Gilded's transparent trading mechanism and accounting integration may reduce financial errors and indirectly improve corporate governance. The platform participates in blockchain community events (such as the New Orleans Ethereum Meetup) and shares technical education content.

★ Strategic Cooperation EcosystemGilded
has established strategic cooperation with a number of blockchain and fintech projects, including:

1. accounting software: Integrates with QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, and Xero to support crypto transaction synchronization (Compass module launched in September 2021).

2. Payment processors: Partnered with Stripe (2020) to support fiat payments and credit card transactions.

3. Exchanges: Deep integration with Kraken (2022) for one-click synchronization of transaction data.

4. Customer story: Partnered with Gitcoin, TrustSwap, and Coinbound to provide customized payment and accounting solutions.

5. Development Partner: Partnered with Revelry (2022) to optimize platform features and development processes.
   In April 2020, Gilded partnered with CoinMarketCap to provide it with crypto payment technology. In February 2021, Gilded partnered with BIGtoken to support cryptocurrency payments for users and employees. Terms of the partnership were not publicly disclosed. Gilded's partnership ecosystem enhances the versatility and market reach of its platform.

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Financial health Gilded's financial information is not fully disclosed. According to PitchBook, Gilded raised $4.31 million in a seed round in February 2019 from 12 institutions, including Techstars, Alumni Ventures, Basecamp Fund, Bonfire Ventures and New Orleans Startup Fund. Revenue is primarily generated from subscription fees (Pro plan) and transaction service fees, the exact amount of which is not disclosed. On September 14, 2023, Gilded was acquired by Bitwave for an undisclosed amount, showing the market's recognition of its technology and customer base. Gilde's 130 customers (as of 2023) include high-growth Web3 businesses, reflecting business stability. Customer feedback indicates that Gilded's automated tools reduce accounting costs, but specific data on tokenized services or trading volumes is not disclosed. There is not enough publicly available information on revenue, profitability or balance sheet data.

★ Roadmap for the
futureGilded follows its acquisition by Bitwave (September 2023), and its future development is integrated into Bitwave's enterprise-grade digital asset financial strategy. Bitwave plans to enhance its "Full CFO Stack" with Gild's technology, including payments, accounting, and compliance functions. Gilded's platform will continue to support more blockchain networks and crypto assets, optimizing integrations for exchanges like Kraken. Bitwave expects to further enhance Gilded's financial dashboard and accounting module with AI technology (proposed in 2023) to improve intelligent classification, risk management, and regulatory compliance capabilities. Gilded's NFTOPS module plans to expand to more Web3 verticals, such as P2E gaming and DAO financial management. Specific new product announcements or market expansion plans are not detailed in the public information. Gilded's long-term goal is to modernize the finances of Web3 businesses through automation and transparency.