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PROTOCOLS THAT MATTER

Risk Labs Foundation is the team behind the UMA and Across.
We are building infrastructure to bring truth onchain
and unlock seamless crosschain interoperability.

Risk Labs Foundation is the team behind the UMA and Across.
We are building infrastructure to bring truth onchain and unlock seamless crosschain interoperability.

Unifying Crypto

LIVE

Across is a crosschain interop protocol connecting web3 ecosystems.

Visit Across

LIVE

Unifying Crypto

Across is a crosschain interop protocol connecting web3 ecosystems.

LIVE

Unifying Crypto

Across is a crosschain interop protocol connecting web3 ecosystems.

Visit Across

Truth Onchain

LIVE

UMA is a decentralized oracle for recording any verifiable truth onchain.

Visit UMA

LIVE

Truth Onchain

UMA is a decentralized oracle for recording any verifiable truth onchain.

LIVE

Truth Onchain

UMA is a decentralized oracle for recording any verifiable truth onchain.

Visit UMA

OUR INVESTORS

Our Story

From Whitepaper

to Real-World Impact

From Whitepaper

to Real-World Impact

dec 2018

UMA Whitepaper published

This was just the beginning, launching the Risk Labs journey into decentralized finance.

jan 2019

apr 2020

oct 2021

feb 2022

jun 2022

feb 2024

feb 2025

dec 2018
UMA Whitepaper published
This was the beginning, launching the Risk Labs journey into decentralized finance.
jan 2019
Risk Labs Founded
A small, close-knit team with a dream to make market access ubiquitous.
apr 2020
UMA protocol and token launch
This marked the beginning of our work in synthetic assets and the pioneering of the Optimistic Oracle (OO).
oct 2021
Across v1 Launch
We launched Across as a testament to the flexibility of UMA’s Optimistic Oracle technology in verifying any knowable data.
feb 2022
UMA for Prediction Markets
The Polymarket integration kicked off the use of the OO in prediction markets, demonstrating additional capabilities of the Optimistic Oracle.
jun 2022
Across v2 Release
Across evolved beyond a basic bridge to become a leader in crosschain interoperability.
feb 2024
Across v3 Launch
We introduced the first intents-based interoperability protocol for developers to build world-class, Web2-grade UX to their dApps.
feb 2025
2025 Next-gen OO Research
UMA and partners began researching the next-generation prediction market oracle.

dec 2018
UMA Whitepaper published
This was the beginning, launching the Risk Labs journey into decentralized finance.
jan 2019
Risk Labs Founded
A small, close-knit team with a dream to make market access ubiquitous.
apr 2020
UMA protocol and token launch
This marked the beginning of our work in synthetic assets and the pioneering of the Optimistic Oracle (OO).
oct 2021
Across v1 Launch
We launched Across as a testament to the flexibility of UMA’s Optimistic Oracle technology in verifying any knowable data.
feb 2022
UMA for Prediction Markets
The Polymarket integration kicked off the use of the OO in prediction markets, demonstrating additional capabilities of the Optimistic Oracle.
jun 2022
Across v2 Release
Across evolved beyond a basic bridge to become a leader in crosschain interoperability.
feb 2024
Across v3 Launch
We introduced the first intents-based interoperability protocol for developers to build world-class, Web2-grade UX to their dApps.
feb 2025
2025 Next-gen OO Research
UMA and partners began researching the next-generation prediction market oracle.

dec 2018
UMA Whitepaper published
This was the beginning, launching the Risk Labs journey into decentralized finance.
jan 2019
Risk Labs Founded
A small, close-knit team with a dream to make market access ubiquitous.
apr 2020
UMA protocol and token launch
This marked the beginning of our work in synthetic assets and the pioneering of the Optimistic Oracle (OO).
oct 2021
Across v1 Launch
We launched Across as a testament to the flexibility of UMA’s Optimistic Oracle technology in verifying any knowable data.
feb 2022
UMA for Prediction Markets
The Polymarket integration kicked off the use of the OO in prediction markets, demonstrating additional capabilities of the Optimistic Oracle.
jun 2022
Across v2 Release
Across evolved beyond a basic bridge to become a leader in crosschain interoperability.
feb 2024
Across v3 Launch
We introduced the first intents-based interoperability protocol for developers to build world-class, Web2-grade UX to their dApps.
feb 2025
2025 Next-gen OO Research
UMA and partners began researching the next-generation prediction market oracle.

Who We Are

We are a diverse, global, and remote-first team with a strong belief in the power of crypto as a force for good.

Economic Freedom

Everyone gets a chance to build their financial future.

Integrity

We keep our word, measure objectively, and decide with data.

Openness

We communicate directly and share information transparently.

Taking Smart Risks

Test bold ideas, act fast, and learn from outcomes.

Growth Mindset

Hone skills through hard work; give and receive feedback graciously.

Ownership

We tackle problems head-on and celebrate team wins as our own.

what we value

We’ve created a place for talented people do their best work building products that the world needs and loves.

our perks

We’ve created a place for talented people to do their best work building products that the world needs and loves.

Truly Flexible Work

We’re 100% remote. Work where you thrive. All we ask is that you have a 3 to 4 hours overlap with EST. The goal is to focus on your output, not hours in a chair.

Family Care Leave

We understand that family obligations can span beyond just new moms and dads. We have a flexible policy that allows us to support you when your family needs to come first.

Aligned Incentives

Solid pay and token options that may even grow over time as you participate in our ecosystem. You’ll share in the success of the impactful tech we’re building as a team.

Team Time

We host at least two team-wide offsite trips annually. Bond, unwind, and build IRL relationships beyond the screens.

Unlimited PTO

Take time off when you need it. In a remote setting, the lines between work and life are blurry. We empower you to take the time needed to feel balanced and whole.

Training and Development

Grow your skills with training that fits your unique goals. We’ll help you level up your career with support and resources to fuel your ambitions.

leadership team

We’re a tight-knit team of engineers, researchers, and crypto-native thinkers committed to building resilient systems for an open financial future.

Hart Lambur

CEO