Robinhood Completes $200M Bitstamp Acquisition to Boost Global Crypto Expansion

Robinhood Markets, Inc. has finalized its $200 million all-cash acquisition of Bitstamp, one of the oldest cryptocurrency exchanges. The deal, first announced in June 2024, grants Robinhood access to over 50 international licenses and a mature institutional client base, marking a significant step in its global expansion strategy.

Bitstamp brings more than 5,000 institutional clients and 50,000 retail users, with institutional trading volume dominating its activity. The Luxembourg-based exchange generated $95 million in revenue over the past year, while Robinhood crypto reported $252 million in Q1 2025 alone—more than double Bitstamp’s annual figure.

The integration will leverage Robinhood’s technology, including its Smart Order Routing system, to enhance institutional trading capabilities worldwide. This MOVE positions Robinhood to compete more aggressively in the global digital asset markets beyond its U.S. stronghold.