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Gemini, the crypto exchange founded by the Winklevoss brothers, experienced a significant stock surge after announcing a $100 million capital injection from Winklevoss Capital Fund, paid in bitcoin. Despite recent challenges including losses and a class-action lawsuit, Gemini’s first-quarter financials showed narrower losses and higher-than-expected revenue, driven by strong growth in credit card and services segments. The company is pivoting towards becoming a “markets company” to diversify revenue beyond crypto volatility.

Gemini, the cryptocurrency exchange founded by the Winklevoss twins, has priced its IPO at $28 per share, valuing the company at $3.3 billion. The IPO, limited to $425 million, witnessed strong demand exceeding the initial price range. Up to 30% of shares are allocated for retail investors via platforms like Robinhood. Nasdaq’s $50 million investment provides a confidence boost. Gemini, founded in 2014, manages over $21 billion in assets and offers diverse services, including its own stablecoin and a crypto-backed credit card. The IPO’s success will gauge market appetite for crypto-related offerings amid potential profitability challenges.