Animoca Brands saw a 12% rise in 2024 bookings, reaching $314 million, with its Digital Asset Advisory (DAA) division driving much of the growth.
DAA revenue more than doubled to $165 million, while investments and incubated projects added $149 million combined.
Co-founder Yat Siu credited the expansion to innovation, particularly in advisory services, real-world assets (RWA), and a stablecoin project with Standard Chartered and Hong Kong Telecommunications.
He expects further gains in 2025, despite geopolitical and economic uncertainties.
The company also cut operating costs by 12% to $217 million, thanks to AI-driven efficiency measures.
Shifting focus away from the U.S. due to regulatory challenges, Animoca is prioritizing portfolio support and leveraging AI for investment decisions, game development, and automation.
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