FalconX

"Raghu Yarlagadda, FalconX’s co-founder and chief executive, expects the cost of doing business in crypto to rise as more institutional players enter the market and regulations tighten. That in turn will trigger a 'wave of consolidation' in 2025, he said in an interview." Latest take from FalconX on early signs of trends we expect to see in 2025. Read Bloomberg's recent coverage. https://lnkd.in/g-3c2qD2

Happy New Year! Kicking off 2025 with exciting news: FalconX has officially acquired Arbelos Markets. A huge welcome to the Arbelos team! We're thrilled to have you onboard and look forward to building together. Joshua Lim Shiliang Tang Sergio Almada Monter 🚀 By combining Arbelos's world-class systematic trading capabilities with FalconX's balance sheet, regulatory readiness, and broad client base, we’re now uniquely positioned to create greater value for our clients and the ecosystem. In 2024, institutions entered crypto via ETFs, and many have since expanded into derivatives for capital efficiency, 24/7 access, and deeper liquidity. FalconX saw 5x YoY growth in our derivatives business. This isn’t just about scaling FalconX—it’s about building the foundation for the next phase of crypto market growth. A healthy, transparent derivatives market is key to long-term institutional confidence. https://lnkd.in/gPJKZJQX

FalconX is pleased to be the first custodian to offer custody and staking support for Bittensor (TAO), enabling institutional investors to securely store their assets and earn staking rewards. Leveraging our full suite of prime services across trading, financing, and treasury management, FalconX supports the growth of innovative protocols at every step of their journey. https://lnkd.in/g8mkZ5FX *Staking and Custody may not be available for all tokens and may be subject to other jurisdiction restrictions.

We’re proud to partner with Fasanara Capital for the Digital Assets Conference that took place in London earlier this month. Our European team, represented by Tommy Doyle and Samia Bayou, moderated insightful discussions on institutional infrastructure and investment strategies, featuring industry leaders from Marshall Wace, Morgan Stanley, FORTEUS, Wintermute, Amazon, Crossover Markets, and BSO. Thank you Fasanara Team for hosting this impactful event and bringing together the brightest minds in digital assets. It’s exciting to see the industry progressing toward institutional adoption with such incredible momentum!

Congratulations to President-elect Trump. We look forward to the next chapter for digital assets and welcome pro-innovation policies that will help shape its future.

The Bridge Panel Spotlight: The Effect of the Election on Macro & Digital Asset Markets will explore the election’s influence on broader macroeconomic trends, including interest rates, inflation, and fiscal policy, and how these shifts could impact digital asset markets. Panelists will discuss how the evolving economic landscape may affect institutional investment strategies and the overall performance of digital assets. Speakers include: • Zach Pandl, Head of Research, Grayscale Investments (Moderator) • Ryan Silva, CFA, Head of Trading, BlockTower Capital • Jeffrey Howard, Partner, Nonco • Matthew Sigel, recovering CFA, Head of Digital Assets Research, VanEck • Josh Barkhordar, Head of US Sales, FalconX Learn more about The Bridge and request your ticket to attend on our site: bridge.thetie.io #TheTieBridge

Introducing auto-liquidation for crypto miners 🔔 Our new offering automatically converts mining rewards into USD, eliminating the need for manual trading and multiple third-party providers. This streamlined process removes barriers and enables miners to quickly and securely reinvest in their operations. If you're interested in optimizing your crypto mining operation, visit our website to learn more about our auto-liquidation service and how it can benefit your business. https://lnkd.in/gtYz9-_c

We’re excited to welcome Josh Barkhordar as a speaker at The Bridge! Josh is the Head of US Sales at FalconX, the largest digital asset prime brokerage for the world’s leading institutions. Previously, Josh led sales at Genesis and CME Group. Josh joins The Bridge’s roster of experts and leaders from across the digital asset space. Learn more about our agenda and speakers, and request a ticket on our site: bridge.thetie.io #TheTieBridge

We’re proud to announce our partnership with Xapo Bank, a pioneer in crypto banking since 2013. FalconX is now Xapo’s primary Bitcoin liquidity provider, enabling Xapo Bank to offer its clients access to institutional-grade liquidity and reliable trading infrastructure. This partnership reinforces our commitment to supporting retail platforms and banks in navigating digital asset markets. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g6PKcw-F

ICYMI: Our Head of Revenue, Austin Reid, joined Senator Tim Scott on The Scoop to explore the evolving landscape of crypto regulation in Washington. 🌬 Changing Political Winds: Senator Tim Scott discusses how crypto is gaining traction and understanding in Congress, marking a significant shift in perception. 🔎 Crypto’s Evolving Brand: Reid delves into how crypto is maturing as an asset class. Once seen as fringe, it’s now recognized for its legitimate use cases, such as Bitcoin’s role as digital gold and the growing importance of stablecoins. ⚖ 2024 Election: For the first time, crypto is being discussed in a presidential race, with Senator Scott noting how former President Donald Trump played a role in bringing the issue to the forefront.