Org Chart: Chainalysis

Founded in 2014, Chainalysis pioneered the sub-industry we now know as blockchain surveillance and quickly became its most dominant player. Using advanced analytics and data tools, the firm helps government agencies, exchanges, and financial institutions track and monitor the flow of cryptocurrencies for compliance, education, and investigation.

The firm has raised a total of $53.7 million over five rounds. In its latest round, Chainalysis raised $30 million in Series B funding. Some of the investors that took part in the round included Accel, Benchmark, MUFG Innovation Partners, and Sozo Ventures. As of March 2019, the blockchain analysis firm was last valued at $266 million, according to Pitchbook.