Ripple-backed crypto firm Keyrock is teaming up with Deutsche Bank to leverage the bank’s institutional infrastructure to support multi-currency accounts and FX services.

Keyrock, an international crypto market maker and liquidity provider, has announced a strategic partnership with Deutsche Bank, one of Germany’s largest banks, to enhance its payment and foreign exchange operations.

In a press release on Oct. 14, the Brussels-based firm stated that the collaboration aims to leverage Deutsche Bank’s institutional-grade infrastructure to support its operations. This partnership will provide multi-currency accounts in over 10 currencies, along with integrated FX services. Consequently, it will improve settlement times with counterparties across the EMEA, APAC, and LATAM regions.

β€œWorking with Deutsche Bank allows us to collaborate with one of the most respected institutions in global finance.”

β€” Kevin de Patoul, Keyrock Chief Executive Officer

The partnership is expected to enhance Keyrock’s ability to execute FX spot trades with near-instant settlements, enabling optimized handling of fiat currencies. According to the press release, consolidating services with a single provider will reduce β€œcounterparty and settlement risks.”

Kilian Thalhammer, Global Head of Merchant Solutions at Deutsche Bank, emphasized the importance of the collaboration, stating the move β€œaligns with our dedicated commitment to supporting tech and fintech innovation.”

Co-founded in 2017 by Kevin de Patoul, Jeremy de Groodt, and Juan David Mendieta, Keyrock operates across over 85 trading venues worldwide. In November 2022, the market maker raised $72 million in a Series B funding round from investors, including Ripple, SIX Fintech Ventures, and Middlegame Ventures.

In September 2023, Keyrock secured approval from the Swiss Financial Services Standards Association to operate as a financial intermediary in Switzerland, allowing it to provide services to crypto businesses and investors in the country.

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