Wintermute Opens Its U.S. Headquarters in New York City

The decision reinforces its operational footprint in North America and establishes a physical presence in what the company called “the capital of global finance.”

Algorithmic trading firm Wintermute has announced the opening of its U.S. headquarters in New York City.

This move marks a significant step in Wintermute’s global expansion plans. The firm explained that the decision to establish a physical presence in what it called “the capital of global finance” further reinforces its operational footprint in North America.

To support this expansion and its commitment to shaping the digital asset regulatory landscape, Wintermute has appointed Ron Hammond as Head of Policy and Advocacy.

He will spearhead the firm’s efforts in engaging with policymakers, fostering a constructive dialogue on issues related to digital assets and blockchain technology.

Hammond brings nearly a decade of experience in financial policy and government affairs to Wintermute. He joins the firm from the Blockchain Association, where he served as Senior Director of Government Relations.

In this role, he played a key role in coordinating the association’s efforts to engage with Congress, the administration, and industry peers on pressing policy matters.

Prior to that, he was Financial Services Policy Lead for Congressman Warren Davidson, working on a wide range of issues, including financial technology, regulatory proposals, and legislation.

He began his policy career in 2016 with a focus on issues related to the unbanked and economically disadvantaged.

At the Blockchain Association, Hammond was involved in the formation of the Token Taxonomy Act, a bipartisan initiative to create a regulatory framework for digital assets.

He also contributed to a Paycheck Protection Program proposal for small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

His appointment signifies Wintermute’s intention to actively participate in shaping digital asset regulation through long-term engagement, rather than engaging in short-term lobbying efforts.

The firm explained that he will oversee policy engagement at both the state and federal levels, contribute to the development of legislation, and help coordinate industry-wide responses to proposed rules.

“I am thrilled to join Wintermute, a global powerhouse in digital asset markets, as it launches its U.S. operations at this pivotal moment for the digital asset industry,” said Hammond.

“With the regulatory climate in the U.S. becoming increasingly constructive, we see an excellent opportunity to foster responsible innovation and deepen engagement with policymakers and industry stakeholders. I’m looking forward to working alongside the Wintermute team as we forge a new path in America.”

Announcing this move, Evgeny Gaevoy, CEO of Wintermute, commented, “As the U.S. policy towards digital assets and blockchain innovation has become friendlier, we were determined to act quickly and set up shop in the financial capital of the world, New York City. We’re looking forward to continuing our growth and playing a fuller role in the U.S. market. As a neutral party with deep expertise in all areas of digital assets, we believe we are well-positioned to contribute our knowledge on Capitol Hill, which we have done recently in our meeting with the SEC Crypto Task Force, and with Ron joining we will commence more fulsome efforts in America.”

Gaevoy highlighted that Wintermute’s role across the digital asset ecosystem gives it a “policy-agnostic” advantage when engaging with regulators and lawmakers. The firm plans to use that neutrality to offer technical insights without pushing specific business models.

He added, “We can offer unique perspectives on topics such as market structure, liquidity provisions, and the role of new financial instruments, engaging in a way that is helpful to the technical development of proposals.”

Wintermute is also expanding its U.S.-based business development and partnerships team and hiring across key functions.

This move comes as digital asset firms are seeking more formal engagement in Washington, driven by bipartisan interest in crypto market structure legislation and renewed attention to stablecoin frameworks.

The company explained that its U.S. office will serve as a cornerstone for expanding services across North America, including providing more localized support for OTC trading counterparties.

Wintermute is already recognized globally for its liquidity services in crypto markets, and the firm has been increasing its involvement in regulatory consultation with global financial authorities.

This launch in New York reflects the firm’s confidence in the U.S. as a growth market for institutional digital assets. As regulations move toward greater clarity, Wintermute’s positioning in both trading infrastructure and policy dialogue aligns it with firms that are preparing for the mainstream adoption of tokenized financial instruments.