Our Journey
Growth Story
2010
First Digital Assets Exchange
Ian Arden wrote a digital currencies exchange that was so popular it exceeded envisioned peak loads in its first month of existence.
2011
Applicature is Conceived
A new brand focused upon innovative technologies is born.
2012
Ian Meets Andrew
Ian and Andrew met to work together, and have since worked on multiple high-complexity projects and prototypes for new companies.
2015
First Smart Contracts
Andrew wrote one of the first smart contracts on the Ethereum network, using undocumented capabilities of Solidity before they were discovered by the masses.
2017
Applicature Launched
Applicature helps multiple clients take first-mover advantage building their tech, communities, and influence in the early ICO space, with a compound raise of approximately $200 million.
2018
Silicon Valley Expansion
Applicature expands across the US — San Francisco, Silicon Valley — while growing consulting, R&D, and marketing offices. Named Top 10 ICO Development Agency. Enterprise Ethereum Alliance member. Oracle Silver Partner.
2019
MilestoneBased Founded
Launch of MilestoneBased, a startup performance platform, expanding beyond services into proprietary products.
2021
Vidma Security & Mempool Ventures
Founded Vidma Security for blockchain audits. Launched Mempool Ventures as a VC fund investing in AI, Web3, and RPA. Partnership with Mempool Ventures for deal flow acceleration.
2023
ADAIA — AI Venture Studio
Founded ADAIA, an AI venture studio, expanding into the AI x blockchain convergence. 15+ AI ventures launched.
2024
270+ Projects & Growing
Blockchain consulting and venture building at scale. Operating from Abu Dhabi with global reach. Continuing to launch and grow successful companies at the intersection of blockchain and AI.
