Jasper Hu (CTO) and Jos Lazet (CEO) of Blockrise | Image credit: Blockrise
Rotterdam’s Blockrise has announced it will operate solely as a bitcoin-focused asset manager, ending support for other cryptocurrencies.
Rotterdam-based Blockrise, a crypto custody platform, announced that it will now operate exclusively as a Bitcoin-focused asset manager. The decision marks the company’s complete transition away from Ethereum and other cryptocurrencies.
Founded in 2017, Blockrise has maintained a consistent focus on Bitcoin. Over recent years, this focus has intensified as more institutional investors have shown interest in Bitcoin as a long-term investment option.
Blockrise CEO Jos Lazet stated that the shift represents a natural development in the company’s direction. “Bitcoin has been the foundation of Blockrise since its inception. By focusing entirely on Bitcoin, we can innovate faster, expand our services, and establish our position as the European Bitcoin asset manager,” says Lazet.
As part of the transition, Blockrise will discontinue Ethereum-related services. Clients holding Ethereum can exchange their assets for Bitcoin or euros at no cost, or transfer them to an external wallet.
Lazet mentions that the Bitcoin-only model will allow the company to accelerate product development and improve platform performance.
“Blockrise’s future lies in building reliable, regulated Bitcoin services, from safekeeping to lending. This focus ensures clarity, efficiency, and growth.”
In the coming weeks, Blockrise will update its platform interface to align with its new direction.
The company is also preparing to launch additional services and products under the European MiCAR regulatory framework, expanding its presence within the Bitcoin financial ecosystem.
Blockrise is a crypto custody platform that serves investors of all types, helping them secure and manage cryptocurrencies with ease. Its services include secure storage and investment strategies, with transparency.
Blockrise has worked to establish higher standards in crypto security and compliance. In 2022, the company received registration from the Dutch Central Bank, marking a key step in its development.
Blockrise has built a custody platform that combines security with trading and portfolio management tools. Clients retain full control over their digital assets at all times, reflecting the company’s focus on accountability and trust in crypto asset management.
Earlier this year, in May, the Dutch company raised €2M in a Seed funding round from a consortium of venture capital firms and angel investors.
