The Deribit exchange intends to enter the US market, made possible by changes in the cryptocurrency policy of the United States. This was reported against the backdrop of positive statements from former President Donald Trump about his intentions to make the US the “crypto capital of the world.” According to the company’s CEO, Luke Staniers, the team is “actively reviewing potential opportunities” in the American market following the “recent shift towards a more favorable regulatory stance on cryptocurrency in the US.”
This is reported by Business • Media
Favorable Conditions for Entry
Luke Staniers noted that Deribit’s potential entry coincides with the plans of other companies, including OKX, Nexo, as well as Wintermute and DWF Labs — two of the largest market makers that are also preparing to open offices in the US. Despite the positive changes, entering the American market remains a challenge.
Regulatory Challenges
The CEO emphasized that offering derivatives in the US is quite a complex process; however, the exchange is closely monitoring developments and assessing its strategic options. It is worth noting that in February 2025, Deribit announced the cessation of its operations in Russia. At that time, the company decided not to serve residents of the country and its residents due to European Union sanctions.