Robinhood Completes Acquisition Of Global Crypto Exchange Bitstamp

Robinhood Markets, Inc. has finalized the purchase of Bitstamp Ltd., a well-known crypto exchange that began operating more than a decade ago. Bitstamp offers its services in several regions, including Luxembourg, the UK, Slovenia, Singapore, and the U.S.

This move brings Robinhood deeper into global and institutional crypto spaces. Johann Kerbrat, who leads Robinhood Crypto, said the deal is a big step forward in growing their crypto business.

Bitstamp Brings Staking Options To Robinhood’s Crypto Expansion

Kerbrat praised Bitstamp’s strong reputation and ability to stay steady during market changes, highlighting its strong focus on safety and customer service in different countries.

Bitstamp has more than 50 active licenses and is trusted by users in the EU, the UK, the U.S., and parts of Asia. JB Graftieaux, Bitstamp’s Chief Executive Officer, said the company has always been known for being secure and transparent.

He believes combining Bitstamp’s tools and knowledge with Robinhood’s platform will improve the user experience while keeping a strong focus on rules, safety, and customer care.

For many years, Bitstamp has supported institutional investors. Its offerings include crypto services for businesses, lending, and staking. It is also known for deep liquidity and strong API support.

In the UK, Bitstamp now provides Ethereum and Cardano staking through its Bitstamp Earn service. Customers can stake ETH directly, while ADA staking happens automatically unless users opt out.

There are no lock-in periods on Bitstamp’s side, though the blockchain networks may apply their own limits or fees. The platform sends staking rewards weekly or monthly, depending on the network.

Robinhood Expands Financial Access With Diverse Services

Robinhood, based in Menlo Park, California, is a financial tech firm offering a wide range of tools — from stock and ETF trading to crypto, credit cards, and wealth management. Some of its banking features are provided through FDIC-insured partners. It also runs a financial news site, Sherwood.News.

Robinhood earns money mainly through trading activities, including crypto markups and order flow payments, with additional income from interest and smaller amounts from subscriptions and ads.

It serves millions of funded users, holding hundreds of billions in assets. Its platform is available in the U.S. and the UK, with crypto services also accessible in the EU.

The company takes its name from the folk hero Robin Hood, reflecting its goal of giving everyone access to the markets, not just the wealthy. Known for offering commission-free stock trading, Robinhood has become popular especially among younger investors, with many users in their mid-thirties.