This expansion extends Keyrock’s global footprint and strengthens its commitment to both crypto-native and institutional market growth
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Keyrock, a global crypto investment firm leading in market making, OTC, and options trading for digital assets, has announced the launch of its new US entity at the Digital Asset Summit (DAS) in New York. This expansion further extends Keyrock’s global footprint and strengthens its commitment to both crypto-native and institutional market growth.
Robert Valdes-Rodriguez, CCO of Keyrock, will spearhead the development of the New York office and local team. With over 25 years of experience in senior management roles at prominent financial institutions, including ABN AMRO, Scotiabank, and Crédit Agricole, Valdes-Rodriguez brings a profound understanding of both traditional finance and the digital asset sector.
“Establishing a strong presence in New York is a pivotal move in Keyrock’s global strategy,” commented Valdes-Rodriguez. “The US market plays a critical role in the evolution of digital assets, and we are committed to building a team that will drive our long-term growth in one of the most important financial hubs.’’
This expansion is an integral part of Keyrock’s broader strategy to strengthen its global presence as a leading crypto investment firm and bridge traditional finance with digital assets. Establishing a US entity enables Keyrock to better serve institutional clients, enhance its trading capabilities, and contribute to the growth of the local digital asset ecosystem.
Kevin de Patoul, CEO of Keyrock, said: “As we expand, this step is vital for scaling our operations globally and advancing our vision for the future of finance. We believe all assets will be digital, and Keyrock is building the infrastructure to support this shift, ensuring that both crypto-native and traditional players have the liquidity and solutions they need to thrive.”
He added, “The US, as the largest capital market in the world, is a natural fit for our ambitions to eventually become one of the largest players in global financial markets.”
As regulatory clarity evolves in the US, Keyrock is uniquely positioned to offer market participants deep liquidity, advanced trading solutions, and seamless access to global markets.
About Keyrock
Founded in Brussels in 2017, Keyrock is a global crypto investment firm leading in market making, OTC, and options trading for digital assets. Providing liquidity to over 85 centralized and decentralized venues worldwide, their 170-strong team operates across 37 countries, with entities in Belgium, the UK, Switzerland, France, and the U.S. Keyrock’s commitment to the industry is practical, not theoretical. They offer in-depth industry insights, co-create DeFi ecosystems, and actively support Web3 startups.
With Keyrock, the future of digital assets is not just envisioned; it’s actively being built.
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