Bitstamp is one of the longest-running cryptocurrency exchanges, founded in 2011 by Nejc Kodric and Damijan Merlak in Slovenia. Originally created as a European alternative to the now-defunct Mt. Gox, Bitstamp grew into one of the most trusted and regulated exchanges in the industry. The company holds a payment institution license in Luxembourg and has been licensed to operate across the European Union.

In 2024, Robinhood Markets acquired Bitstamp for approximately $200 million, marking a major consolidation move as the U.S.-based brokerage expanded its international crypto trading capabilities. The acquisition gave Robinhood access to Bitstamp's established regulatory licenses across multiple jurisdictions and its institutional trading infrastructure.

Bitstamp supports trading in Bitcoin, Ethereum, and dozens of other cryptocurrencies with fiat pairs including USD, EUR, and GBP. The exchange serves both retail and institutional clients, offering spot trading, staking services, and an institutional lending platform. Bitstamp has maintained a strong reputation for regulatory compliance and security throughout its long operating history.

Key Features

• Regulated Exchange — Licensed payment institution with EU-wide passporting
• Institutional Services — OTC desk, lending, and API trading
• Fiat Trading Pairs — Supports USD, EUR, and GBP deposits and withdrawals
• Robinhood Acquisition — Acquired in 2024, operating as part of Robinhood’s global crypto platform

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