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<p>In this in-depth interview, Deribit CEO Luuk Strijers shares insights into the company's journey from a niche crypto options platform to a leader in institutional trading. Deribit is currently the largest cryptocurrency options exchange. Its BTC options trading volume accounts for over 80% of the total market, while ETH options make up more than 90% of the total ETH options market volume.</p><p>Luuk highlights Deribit's early entry, product specialization, and robust infrastructure as key advantages over multi-product competitors like Binance. Luuk details the reasoning behind Deribit's acquisition by Coinbase, citing strategic alignment and expanded global reach. He addresses regulatory challenges, especially KYC complexities, and emphasizes a continued institutional focus. Luuk also shares thoughts on DeFi competitors, expansion plans, product development (including smaller contracts and longer-dated options), and Deribit's vision as Coinbase's international options arm. <a href="...