HashRabbit Raises $500k for its Bitcoin Mining Software Solution

HashRabbit Raises $500k for its Bitcoin Mining Software Solution

HashRabbit, a startup that supplies enterprise-focused software to facilitate the management and security of bitcoin miners, has raised $500,000. The funding comes from Tim Draper's Draper Associates along with VegasTechFund, an investment firm run by Zappos founder Tony Hsieh. Alongside the funding announcement, HashRabbit is making its software suite available to all bitcoin miners. The company also has announced a partnership with mining hardware manufacturer Spondoolies-Tech, whose gear is compatible with HashRabbit's management software. Chris Shepherd, co-founder and CEO of....


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