Why Us
If you need a heavyweight partner who's been there, done it and is always looking ahead, we're ready.
We offer unparalleled expertise in Web3 Strategy, Innovation and Engineering applying Blockchain technologies to create Next Generation solutions. Keyko is a leader in leveraging decentralised open source platforms such as Ethereum, Celo and more.
What Makes Keyko Stand Out From The Crowd
We're a tried and tested Web3 engineering powerhouse that delivers every time. With world-class strategy and innovation and a track record like no other, we can bring your idea to life – whatever it is.
Innovate, Not Imitate
As thought leaders in Web3, Keyko is always striving to innovate, not imitate. We work with clients looking to identify opportunities and explore the power of blockchain to build solutions with real business opportunities.
Built on Reputation
We have a proven track record in delivering quality projects. We take huge pride in the projects we work on and think long term about what we do, who we do it for and what we achieve with clients.
Right Tool for The Right Job
We have built up an in-depth knowledge of Web3 technologies and architectures. Applying the right tools for the right job means we can accelerate the delivery of your MVP or live product.
We're Flexible
Whether you need us to create a long term full stack unit or deliver short term specialized skills, we plug into your teams and your processes. We are honest and transparent and never strive to create key man risks.
Our Work Ethic
We help you build your business and the power of your engineering capabilities to deliver whatever you require be it a short, medium or longer term relationship. Keyko has a culture that promotes a strong team spirit between our engineers and our company
Fast Track To Mainnet
We have built up an in-depth knowledge of Web3 technologies and architectures. Applying the right tools for the right job means we can help you go to market fast.
Beyond Engineering
Our code is there to add business value and support your bigger goals. We focus on the requirements for end users, as well as take into account any internal stakeholders.
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Our Core Values
At Keyko, we believe our world is far from homogeneous, and such is our culture. We are diverse and disparate. We are young and old. We are unstoppable and we are bold. We are the way. Welcome to our values.
Honesty
We’re honest, transparent and committed to doing what’s best for our friends and our company.
Dedication
We are here to change the future with technology and we aren’t afraid to tackle the really big problems.
Unity
We bring our passions and expertise together for the benefit of Keyko and our friends.
Openness
Our individual differences strengthen our teams, while the trust and respect we have for each other creates passion in everything we do together.
Pioneering
We innovate and push boundaries, never satisfied with the status quo.
Diversity
We believe a key to success is seeking out differing perspectives. We’re not homogeneous, so we shouldn’t think that way either!
Honesty
We’re honest, transparent and committed to doing what’s best for our friends and our company.
Dedication
We are here to change the future with technology and we aren’t afraid to tackle the really big problems.
Unity
We bring our passions and expertise together for the benefit of Keyko and our friends.
Openness
Our individual differences strengthen our teams, while the trust and respect we have for each other creates passion in everything we do together.
Pioneering
We innovate and push boundaries, never satisfied with the status quo.
Diversity
We believe a key to success is seeking out differing perspectives. We’re not homogeneous, so we shouldn’t think that way either!
Our Story
From inception to now, we are driving the standards in Web3
Jul 2019
Out of the ocean
The team at Keyko was the core engineering team at Ocean Protocol. By July 2019 we had designed, built, and deployed Pacific, Ocean Protocol’s V1.0 release, a data sharing solution successfully funded for $30M+.
Sep 2019
Keyko is born
After delivering Ocean Protocol to mainnet, the team grabbed the opportunity to build an organization with the vision to drive mass adoption of decentralized technologies in September 2019, they called it Keyko.
Sep 2019
To build new Web3 networks
Shortly thereafter, in September 2019, Keyko began collaborating with Celo’s network “cLabs”, by contributing development capabilities and expertise to help build the core network.
Apr 2020
Keyko delivers Celo mainnet
Keyko successfully launches Celo’s fully decentralised network to mainnet and signs long-term agreement by Q3 2020.
Jul 2020
Fil+ brought to mainnet
Keyko signs agreement with Filecoin, delivering Fil+ (the latest version of Filecoin) to mainnet by October 2020. Filecoin traded at a $120 Billion fully-diluted valuation shortly after the mainnet launch.
Nov 2020
Nevermined is born
Borrowing from Ocean protocol’s technology stack, Keyko built the world’s first enterprise-grade ecosystem that incentivises data collaboration in the form of Nevermined.
Dec 2020
Bancor V2 Launched
Keyko achieved full-stack web3 implementation for Bancor, and contributed in adding a DAO-like voting functionality based on their vBNT token.
2021
Keyko’s biggest year of growth
The team became more closely integrated with Filecoin, Celo, and Murmuration labs. Keyko reaches 50 employees and partnership with Murmuration labs begins. MVP delivered for Humanity Cash. In Q4, Keyko began working with E.ON energy (UK) on developing their carbon-credits marketplace.
Jul 2021
Long-term Celo deal, start of work with E.ON and Near Foundation
By mid 2021, Celo agreed to work long-term with Keyko. In August, Keyko formed a partnership with Near Foundation to aid in its ecosystem development.
2022
Nevermined became independent and Keyko moved deeper into the world of DeFi
Keyko delivered a minimum viable product for E.ON Energy, with an NFT carbon credits marketplace as well as working with Seatlab, shipping Autonomies a decentralised marketplace for music and completing the migration of Nevermined to an independent AG.
We began work with masa.ai to help in their mainnet launch and development of a soul-bound token. In July, Keyko built out the capacity for NFT-backed loans for Aave.
July 2022
Delivered E.ON MVP Carbon Credits marketplace
Keyko completed work with E.ON energy on developing their carbon-credits marketplace showing the power of Web3 and how it can disrupt and revolutionise existing solutions.
Dec 2022
Nevermined takes off
Nevermined raised $3m in funding. By July 2022 becomes distinct entity from Keyko, but remains a strategic partner.
End the end of 2022 Nevermined launched with the help of Keyko engineers six projects (including VitaDAO - world’s first intellectual property NFT transaction and E.ON’s carbon credit marketplace)
Dec 2022
Masa goes live
The ability to buy .soul names lays the foundations for soulbound tokens and a multiple of business cases where individuals can create a digital identity, enabling decentralised access to financial products and other Web3 services.
2023
Delivery of QuaiPay to Quai
Quai Network is a crypto blockchain that achieves limitless scalability without sacrificing security and decentralization. Keyko built QuaiPay, a mobile based application to send and receive QUAI tokens.
June 2023
Mode - The Modular DeFi L2
Keyko selected by Mode to architect, build and deploy their new Ethereum based L2 on the Optimism Stack - Mode is an emerging L2 rewarding people for growing the network via new economic mechanisms and a valuable addition to the Optimism Superchain.
Dec 2023
Future plans
With an ongoing emphasis on Web3 projects leveraging our track record and expertise, Keyko in parallel is constantly evaluating, encouraging and challenging the Web2 space whilst pursuing the entrepreneurial spirit at the heart of the company with research and development across all areas of leading edge technologies.
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Meet Our Team
We are a group of passionate engineers dedicated to Web3 with a shared vision for the future. At Keyko we go above and beyond creating solutions we are proud of working as individuals and as a team on everything our clients want to achieve.
Our Culture
Working Together As a Team to Deliver
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How We
Deliver
At Keyko, we take a holistic view to how we reach your goals. From defining goals through to delivery we aim to be instrumental every step of the way. We collaborate…We all succeed.
Product Roadmap
Work with you on the key objectives aligning the engineering delivery plan with the goals you set.
Engineering
Evaluate roadmap and through a process of discovery, planning and development create the product ready for go-live.
Delivery
Across Engineering, Product Management and the Business Strategy assess status and align ready to go again and evolve.
Our Experience
Leverage every applicable aspect of previous projects to optimise our approach to your requirements.
Future Proof
MVPs are not an experiment, they are the first iteration of a product and everything we build has this methodology applied – nothing is throw away.
Speed To Market
Combine pace of delivery with quality and robust solutions ready to take to your clients.
