Bakkt was founded in 2018 by Kelly Loeffler and Jeff Sprecher. The company has not officially endorsed a plan to participate in an IPO.
Bakkt’s website indicates the company provides services in the digital asset space ranging from the institution-focused custody solutions, futures market, and regulatory compliance to the consumer-oriented payments network. The company has raised nearly $500 million in Venture Capital funding from investors including SGH Capital, 11-11 Ventures, BSG Group, Galaxy Digital Holdings, Horizons Ventures, Multicoin Capital, and Pantera Capital. Per company press releases, Bakkt last raised $300 million in March 2020 at an undisclosed post-money valuation.
Bakkt is privately held company and is not publicly traded, therefor investing in Bakkt pre-IPO is only available to accredited investors. If you meet the accreditation criteria, you can register for Forge’s Secondary Marketplace to invest in private companies before their potential IPO. If you are not an accredited investor, discover how to begin the the process to potentially qualify for new investment opportunities.
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Yes, you can seek to sell shares in Bakkt while it remains private. If you are considering selling, you can register today for free to get started. Once registered, a Private Market Specialist will guide you through any questions you might have. You may also continue to browse through our resources to help you understand the implications and procedures involved in selling your private market shares.