Brett Harrison Raises $35M for Institutional Derivatives Platform
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Dec 24 2025- Successful Fundraising: Brett Harrison's Architect Financial Technologies has successfully raised $35 million in a strategic Series A funding round, indicating strong investor demand for crypto derivatives infrastructure despite significant industry failures.
- Regulatory Approval: The company has secured regulatory approval in Bermuda, enabling it to offer perpetual futures contracts tied to traditional assets, thereby enhancing its competitive position in the market.
- Global Expansion Plans: Following regulatory approval, Architect plans to expand into Europe and the Asia-Pacific region, aiming to attract professional and institutional traders by offering advanced tools for multi-asset derivatives trading.
- Market Dominance: Derivatives dominate global financial markets, with estimates placing the notional value of outstanding contracts at hundreds of trillions of dollars, highlighting the immense potential and investment opportunities within this sector.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
