Bittrex Announces Formation of Bittrex International

Bittrex LogoThe company will own and manage ventures outside the U.S., including new Bittrex Malta platform.

SEATTLE (Sept. 10, 2018) — Bittrex today announced the formation of Bittrex International Inc., an affiliate of Bittrex Inc., which will own and manage a global collection of innovative blockchain technology-focused businesses operating outside of the United States.

The mission of Bittrex International is to be a driving force in the blockchain revolution, increasing adoption of this innovative technology around the world. The company will own and manage Bittrex’s international businesses.

In addition, Bittrex International is establishing Bittrex Malta Ltd., a secure, reliable and advanced digital asset platform operating in Malta and built on Bittrex’s cutting-edge trading technology. Bittrex Malta is designed to give innovative coins and tokens a streamlined approach to not only be listed on the platform, but also to continue building trust and a larger global footprint.

Bill Shihara, Chief Executive Officer of Bittrex

“At Bittrex, we’re using our secure, reliable and innovative platform technology to power the blockchain revolution,” said Bill Shihara, CEO at Bittrex. “Through our U.S-based trading platform, and our growing network of partner exchanges around the world, Bittrex is making blockchain technology and digital asset trading more accessible to the global community. Bittrex International and its subsidiaries will further advance our work to increase adoption of this revolutionary technology by streamlining the process of identifying and listing some of the world’s most innovative blockchain projects.”

Every digital asset listed on Bittrex Malta will be available for our international network of partner exchanges to launch (consistent with their local laws), increasing the adoption of this innovative technology around the world. Bittrex Malta is designed to operate within the regulatory framework established by the European Union and Maltese Government. For information regarding the token listing process visit www.BittrexMalta.com.

About Bittrex

Founded in 2014, by three cybersecurity engineers, Bittrex is a U.S.-based blockchain platform, providing real-time trade execution, dependable digital wallets and industry-leading security practices. Our mission is to help advance the blockchain industry by fostering innovation, incubating new and emerging technology, and driving transformative change. Bittrex, Inc. is not a regulated exchange under U.S. securities laws. Learn more at  www.Bittrex.com.

About Bittrex International

Bittrex International, an affiliate company of Bittrex Inc., will own and manage a global collection of innovative blockchain technology-focused businesses operating outside of the United States. Our mission is to be a driving force in the blockchain revolution, increasing adoption of this innovative technology around the world. Bittrex International’s subsidiary, Bittrex Malta Ltd., will operate a secure, reliable and advanced digital asset platform built on Bittrex’s cutting-edge trading technology. Bittrex Malta Ltd. intends to apply to become a regulated virtual financial asset exchange under Maltese laws, and it will operate in a manner consistent with the Maltese regulatory framework relating to virtual financial assets. Learn more at www.BittrexInternational.com.