DeFi yield optimization platform YO Protocol raises Series A funding to expand risk-aware yield engine across multiple blockchain ecosystems.
YO Labs Secures $10 Million to Build Unified Yield Infrastructure for Crypto Economy
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YO Labs announced a $10 million Series A financing round on December 14, 2025, led by Foundation Capital with participation from Coinbase Ventures, Scribble Ventures, and Launchpad Capital. The funding will support the expansion of YO Protocol’s yield optimization platform, which has already managed over $80 million in total value locked and generated $2.67 million in yield for nearly 15,000 unique depositors.
The company aims to create a comprehensive yield infrastructure that allows crypto and fintech companies to access optimized, risk-aware yield strategies through a single integration. YO Protocol has already integrated with multiple wallet providers including Tuyo, Base app, and Binance, and is connected to routing platforms like Enso, Cow Swap, and Odos to streamline yield generation across the crypto ecosystem.
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• Who led the Series A funding round? Foundation Capital, with additional investments from Coinbase Ventures and other crypto-focused investors.
• How much total value has YO Protocol managed? Over $80 million in total value locked, with $60 million currently secured.
• What makes YO Protocol unique? Its risk-aware yield optimization engine that scans opportunities across multiple blockchain chains.
• Where is the funding going? To expand to more chains, deepen risk models, and grow the team’s infrastructure capabilities.
