As an experienced financial analyst, I have closely followed the regulatory landscape of the digital asset industry, particularly in New York where the BitLicense regulation was introduced in 2015. Having observed the challenges that this regulation has presented to market participants over the years, I am pleased to see that Cumberland DRW, a reputable and innovative player in the digital asset trading space, has been granted a BitLicense by the New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS).


As a market analyst at Cumberland DRW, I’m pleased to announce that our New York-based entity has successfully secured a BitLicense from the New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS). This significant milestone enables us to operate as a digital asset trader and liquidity provider within the state.

“Cumberland New York received approval from the New York State Department of Financial Services for a BitLicense, which we’re thrilled about.”

I, as a principal trading firm holding one of the few BitLicenses issued by New York State, am eagerly anticipating robust business connections with my institutional counterparts based in New York.

The BitLicense, implemented by New York in 2015, is a pioneering regulatory framework for businesses dealing with cryptocurrencies. This regulation paved the way for state-level crypto industry oversight, but has faced criticism from market players for hindering innovation. More recently, the New York State Comptroller voiced concerns about the effectiveness of the agency’s auditing procedures.

Cumberland, a subsidiary based in Chicago under the umbrella of DRW, was selected by Fidelity Investments this year to execute bitcoin (BTC) trades for their newly launched spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF). This ETF commenced trading in January.

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2024-06-17 20:25