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Fanable, a next-generation Web3 marketplace developed by Ethernal Labs, has raised $11.5 million in fresh funding to accelerate its mission of reshaping how fans collect, trade, and experience Pokémon cards, comics, and digital collectibles.
The investment round attracted a stellar lineup of backers, including Michael Rubin, founder of Fanatics, Ripple, Steel Perlot, Polygon, Borderless, and Morningstar. The new capital will be channeled toward global expansion, feature development, and the introduction of blockchain-powered utilities that strengthen community participation within the collectibles space.
Building the Future of Collectibles
Since its launch, Fanable has rapidly grown into a thriving community for collectors. The platform has already surpassed 20,000 sales transactions, achieving a 100% monthly growth rate, and is accessible via the App Store, Google Play, and the Fanable web platform. Users can seamlessly trade both physical and digital collectibles using crypto or fiat payment options.
A key area of focus for Fanable is expanding its Pokémon ecosystem. In partnership with Brinks, Fanable enables users worldwide to safely buy, sell, and store valuable Pokémon cards and other collectibles—creating what could become the most extensive Pokémon trading network ever built on Web3.
 
In tandem with the funding news, Fanable announced a collaboration with the Collect Foundation to launch point farming for the highly anticipated $COLLECT token. This initiative allows users to begin earning points now through points.fanable.io, which will later translate into token rewards and governance privileges within the Fanable ecosystem.
The $COLLECT token is designed to foster a community-first model, giving everyday collectors greater ownership and participation rights—far beyond those typically offered to venture capital investors.
Commenting on the project, Steve D’Agostino, CEO of Collect Foundation, stated:
“This is a major step forward to bridge the worlds of collectibles and Web3. The launch of the $COLLECT token farming campaign is just the beginning of how we’re creating new value for collectors on Fanable.”
Merging Nostalgia with Blockchain Innovation
The $11.5 million raise underscores growing investor confidence in Fanable’s vision to merge the nostalgia of Pokémon and trading cards with the transparency and ownership benefits of blockchain. By leveraging decentralized technology, Fanable aims to redefine how collectors verify authenticity, trade assets, and engage with fan communities.
About Fanable
Fanable is a Web3-powered marketplace for Pokémon, comics, and collectibles, allowing users to buy, sell, and interact with their favorite items in both physical and digital formats. Built by Ethernal Labs, the platform provides authenticity, liquidity, and community-driven engagement through blockchain technology.
About Collect Foundation
The Collect Foundation supports the creation and distribution of the $COLLECT community token, a utility and governance asset that enhances engagement across the global collectibles economy.