Deribit
AcquiredDeribit is a crypto & web3 company in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, founded in 2016. It has raised $140.0M across 2 rounds, most recently a $40.0M Series B in 2022 (est.).
Cryptocurrency Derivatives Exchange Shaping the Options Industry
- Headquarters
- Dubai
- Employees
- 51–200
- Founded
- 2016
- Business Model
- Marketplace
- Website
- deribit.com
- Total Funding
- $140.0M
- Last Round
- $40.0M Series BJan 2022
- Rounds
- 2
- Acquisition Date
- May 2025
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About
Deribit is an institutional-grade cryptocurrency derivatives exchange offering futures, options, and spot trading for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other digital assets. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Dubai, Deribit has grown into the world's leading crypto options venue by volume, distinguished by its high-capacity matching engine, low latency, advanced risk management, and deep liquidity. The exchange holds a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) licence from Dubai's VARA, SOC 2 Type 2 accreditation, and Cryptocurrency Security Standard (CCSS) Level III certification. Deribit was acquired by Coinbase in 2025 for approximately $2.9 billion, marking one of the largest deals in crypto exchange history.
Summary
It lists 51–200 employees. It has raised $140.0M in total across 2 rounds, most recently a $40.0M Series B round in 2022 (est.). Investors include Coinbase Ventures, QCP and Polybius Capital.
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Funding & Exit History
May 2025
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Funding: Series A through Series B. Amounts, valuations, and investors where available.
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