Coinbase in advanced talks to acquire crypto options exchange Deribit
22nd March 2025 – (New York) Coinbase is reportedly in advanced negotiations to acquire Deribit, the leading crypto options exchange for Bitcoin and Ether, according to Bloomberg sources. This potential acquisition could merge Coinbase’s expansive market access with Deribit’s specialised derivatives tools, thereby reshaping risk management and investor services within the cryptocurrency sector.
The discussions have been communicated to regulators in Dubai, where Deribit holds a license that would be transferable to any acquiring entity. Valued between $4 billion and $5 billion in January, Deribit has been exploring acquisition opportunities following interest from various potential buyers….
