Wu Blockchain (@WuBlockchain): Deribit CEO on Why Institutions Choose Us
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Deribit CEO on Why Institutions Choose Us During WuBlockchain exclusive interview, Deribit CEO Luuk Strijers pointed out that after FTX's collapse, institutional investors now prioritize safety and operational resilience—factors they can explain to their investment committees. Once ticket sizes reach hundreds of millions of dollars, the decision calculus shifts away from chasing maximum leverage and yield. He also noted that Deribit has undergone independent audits for five consecutive years. Strijers acknowledged that options and other derivatives on Deribit are complex and carry a higher barrier for retail users, but said that this very professionalism is precisely what attracts institutions. Institutional capital now accounts for roughly 85% of activity on Deribit.