Deribit is the answer to those searching for an institutional-grade cryptocurrency derivatives platform. Our goal was to create an efficient and fair marketplace that could connect traders of all backgrounds and trading styles. High matching engine capacity, low latency, advanced risk management, and high liquidity makes Deribit a unique player in the market. With institutional adoption growing in the crypto markets, Deribit continues to lead the industry in creating the most robust market infrastructure. Recent highlights include: - Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) licence for spot and derivatives from Dubai's Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA) for VA Exchange Services (January 2025) - SOC 2 Type 2 accreditation attesting to the effectiveness of our information security policies and procedures, specifically in relation to the protection of customer data (October 2024) - Cryptocurrency Security Standard (CCSS) level III (January 2025) - Ranked #5 in the Forbes list of World's Best Crypto Exchanges and Marketplaces (May 2024) - Winner of Best Exchange - Derivatives at the Hedgeweek Global Digital Asset Awards (June 2024) Deribit is not available in the United States and other restricted countries.