Blockstream Capital Partners (“BCP”) announced that it has entered into a strategic agreement to acquire a division of Numeus Group’s digital asset trading and investment business. The transaction includes the addition of select, performance-oriented Bitcoin trading strategies and a team of ten derivatives trading professionals, led by Chief Investment Officer Deepak Gulati, a recognized expert in volatility and derivatives markets.
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Deepak Gulati, who has been appointed Deputy Chief Investment Officer of Blockstream Capital Management alongside Rodrigo Rodriguez, previously served as Global Head of Registered Trading at JPMorgan before founding Argentiere Capital, a multi-billion-dollar volatility-focused hedge fund. Based on the premise that derivatives would drive the maturity of Bitcoin and digital asset markets, he co-founded Numeus Group in 2021 with the goal of developing institutional-level trading capabilities, risk management, and market structure. Komainu, an existing strategic investment of BCP, has played an integral role in this transaction and will provide the necessary corporate support, exchange connectivity, collateral management, and custody services.
Strengthen BCP’s market position
This acquisition significantly expands BCP’s capabilities in bitcoin trading and yield generation, strengthening its position as a leading provider of bitcoin yield solutions with risk management and institutional standards. By integrating specialized expertise in derivatives and volatility strategies on bitcoin, along with a powerful execution platform and real-time risk analytics, BCP will be able to capture alternative yield opportunities in both stable and highly volatile market environments.
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A strategic fit for the next phase of institutional adoption of bitcoins
The transaction aligns with BCP’s broader strategy to develop a best-in-class institutional platform for digital asset trading, yield generation, and structured solutions. With the addition of these new capabilities, BCP strengthens its offering to provide:
- Derivatives strategies aimed at improving the performance of bitcoin treasuries (including corporate and DAO treasuries), asset managers, and corporate clients, representing an alternative and reliable source of return on their bitcoin holdings.
- A robust execution infrastructure, with integrated market risk solutions, designed to support institutional bitcoin trading and high-level operational control.
PeterPaul Pardi, managing partner of Blockstream Capital Partners, stated: “At the heart of our business growth are industry-leading talent, proprietary trading strategies, and the continuous strengthening of our world-class risk management. Deepak brings a rare combination of institutional rigor from the traditional financial world and hands-on experience in digital asset trading. With the acquisition of Numeus’ trading business, we are adding proven capabilities in crypto derivatives and volatility that institutions increasingly demand, while simultaneously strengthening our platform.”
Deepak Gulati, Joint Chief Investment Officer of Blockstream Capital Management, commented: “The Blockstream Capital Partners team has the ambition, experience, and platform to define the standard for how institutions access and manage their exposure to bitcoins, and I am excited to contribute to accelerating that development.”
Paul Frost-Smith, CEO of Komainu, added: “We are committed to driving both innovation and institutional adoption across the entire Bitcoin ecosystem. BCP is a key partner in that mission, and we are excited to deepen the relationship as we continue to develop and launch new Bitcoin-centric products and services.”
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This transaction follows BCP’s acquisition in December 2025 of Corbiere Capital Management, a Jersey-based equity hedge fund manager led by Rodrigo Rodriguez. Numeus Group also expects to develop future value through a strategic collaboration with BCP, a leader in the crypto industry.
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Source : businesswire