Brussels — Global crypto infrastructure firm Keyrock has reached a $1.1 billion valuation following its Series C funding round, placing it among Europe’s select group of crypto unicorns.
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The round was led by SC Ventures, the venture-building and investment arm of Standard Chartered, with continued support from Ripple, a leading provider of blockchain-based enterprise solutions.
The funding comes at a notable moment for the industry. Amid market volatility, infrastructure players such as institutional-grade market makers are proving resilient, quietly underpinning liquidity and stability as crypto markets mature. Keyrock’s growth underscores this shift, signaling rising demand for reliable, full-service financial infrastructure in the tokenized economy.
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Funding to Fuel Growth & Expansion
The capital injection will help Keyrock strengthen its balance sheet, expand its suite of market-leading services, and pursue strategic acquisitions. The company provides a broad spectrum of offerings, from market making and asset management to OTC and options trading, all structured to bridge traditional finance and digital asset markets.
“Our latest funding round is a signal of intent for the future,” said Kevin de Patoul, Keyrock’s CEO. “Last year, we launched Keyrock Asset & Wealth Management to provide a service offering that’s unmatched. In 2026, we’re pushing for more growth in our services, client base, and geographic reach, as we look to gain greater market share and reinforce our position as a leading player.”
Alex Manson, CEO of SC Ventures, added: “Our investment in Keyrock reflects our conviction that sophisticated liquidity infrastructure is foundational to the evolution of digital asset markets. As tokenized assets scale, full-service providers like Keyrock will play an important role for SC Ventures’ digital asset ventures.”
Keyrock’s Global Footprint and Services
Founded in Brussels in 2017, Keyrock has built a reputation as a neo-investment group designed for digital assets. Today, the firm operates across 85 centralized and decentralized venues worldwide, with a team of 220 employees in 37 countries, including entities in Belgium, the UK, Switzerland, France, and the U.S.
The company’s services cover market making, research, asset management, and spot and options trading. Its integrated approach allows clients to navigate liquidity, compliance, and execution without fragmentation—a capability that is increasingly critical as institutional participation and tokenized assets scale.
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Why This Matters
Keyrock’s growth highlights a broader trend in crypto: infrastructure providers are becoming the backbone of a maturing market. While high-profile tokens and volatile retail markets dominate headlines, it is firms like Keyrock that quietly ensure market stability, liquidity, and operational reliability.
With Series C funding in hand, Keyrock is now positioned to accelerate innovation, expand service offerings, and explore strategic acquisitions—all while maintaining its role as a trusted bridge between traditional finance and the rapidly evolving Web3 ecosystem.
