New York-based crypto infrastructure startup Kemet, founded by an Egyptian entrepreneur, has partnered with Coinbase to expand institutional access to crypto derivatives, deepening the U.S. firm’s push into one of the fastest-growing segments of digital assets. The partnership, announced in May 2026, allows institutional clients to access Coinbase’s trading ecosystem through a single integrated platform, as reported by TechCabal.
Through the collaboration, Kemet’s system will connect multiple Coinbase trading venues, including spot, futures, and options markets, enabling seamless execution of complex strategies from one interface. The integration is designed to simplify trading workflows for institutional investors while improving access to liquidity across global markets, as detailed by Coinbase.
As part of the deal, Coinbase’s venture arm has also made a strategic investment in Kemet, underscoring the importance of derivatives in the evolving crypto market. Derivatives now account for the majority of crypto trading activity globally, with trillions of dollars in annual volume, highlighting why major exchanges are prioritising infrastructure for institutional participation, as highlighted by TechCabal.
Analysts say the partnership reflects a broader shift in the digital asset industry, where platforms are moving beyond retail trading toward institutional-grade services. For Kemet, the deal positions it as a key infrastructure provider in global crypto markets, while for Coinbase, it strengthens its ambition to become a comprehensive hub for advanced trading and financial services.
