Key highlights:
- Caladan has opened a representative office in New York City, marking its expansion into the U.S. market
- The company plans to allocate 5% of its global workforce to the new U.S. operations
- Industry veterans from Coinbase and BlackRock are leading the U.S. team, focusing on compliance and institutional outreach
Strategic U.S. expansion aims to align with regulatory momentum
Crypto fund and trading firm Caladan has launched a new office in New York City, establishing a formal presence in the U.S. for the first time. The decision comes amid shifting regulatory dynamics in the country, which the company views as creating new opportunities for transparent and institutional-grade participants.
Having built a reputation in Asia’s dynamic crypto markets, Caladan aims to bring its combination of execution efficiency and a compliance-first approach to its U.S. operations. The expansion is part of a broader strategy that includes allocating at least 5% of its global workforce to the New York office.
The U.S. division will be led by a trio of hires with experience across both crypto and traditional finance. Gian-Paul Caccia, who brings a background from firms including Coinbase, BlackRock (BLK), Bank of America (BAC), and Cowen Digital, will be among the key figures driving the firm’s U.S. initiatives. According to Caladan, these appointments reflect its commitment to merging institutional best practices with the evolving regulatory environment in the crypto sector.
“We see a pivotal moment in U.S. financial markets. Regulatory clarity is unlocking new pathways for innovation, and Caladan is uniquely positioned to bring the high-efficiency standards and bold execution we’ve developed in Asia to the U.S. market. We’re also actively exploring appropriate regulatory pathways, including potential broker-dealer registration and FINRA membership, in alignment with our long-term commitment to regulatory alignment. It’s not just about operating in the U.S., we want to help shape the rules-based future of crypto markets with full transparency and accountability.”
—Julia Zhou, COO at Caladan
A bridge between Asia and U.S. crypto markets
With its newly established office, Caladan plans to deepen ties with U.S. regulators and institutional players, offering what it describes as a “cross-pollination” of operational models from Asia and the United States. The move is designed to facilitate access to global liquidity, enhance client services, and support regulatory transparency.
The company’s expansion underscores its belief in the U.S. as a strategic growth market, while positioning itself to participate in shaping regulatory norms. The New York office is expected to play a central role in building relationships, both with institutional clients and key industry stakeholders.
The bottom line
Caladan’s entry into the U.S. market comes at a time of increasing regulatory scrutiny and institutional interest in digital assets. By anchoring its operations in New York and hiring seasoned professionals, the firm is signaling a long-term commitment to regulatory alignment and institutional collaboration across borders.
Source:: Caladan Enters U.S. Market with New York Office to Strengthen Institutional Crypto Presence