BlockTech B.V.
Headquarters
Amsterdam Netherlands
About us
To facilitate liquidity for digital assets through high-performance, automated trading technology.
Founded in 2018 as a crypto-native algorithmic trading firm, BlockTech specializes in digital asset derivatives and spot trading across Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other crypto markets. The Amsterdam-headquartered company provides liquidity and market-making services while offering direct, customized trading solutions for institutional counterparties. Operating from multiple global locations including Singapore, BlockTech has grown to over 100 employees by 2024. The firm builds proprietary trading systems designed by traders and engineered for data precision, low latency, and high-scale execution across global exchanges.
Products
The core business centers on algorithmic trading of crypto derivatives and spot markets, with particular focus on Bitcoin and Ethereum options and futures. BlockTech provides market-making liquidity using fundamental pricing models and proprietary software built for speed and precision. Through its Direct Counterparty Trading program, the firm offers institutional-grade, customized liquidity solutions. The company's systems handle position and account bookkeeping, real-time trade monitoring across exchanges, and regulatory reporting requirements.
Funding
BlockTech's funding history remains unclear from public sources. While some third-party data suggests a $50K incubator round through Stacks Accelerator in 2021, this appears unconfirmed. The company generates an estimated $25 million in annual revenue and has grown organically since 2018, doubling its workforce to over 100 employees by 2024 without disclosed external financing.
Recent news
Within the last 12 months, BlockTech publicized an expansion of its international footprint by launching a new Global Innovation Hub in Dubai (announced Dec 4, 2025 via GlobeNewswire). The announcement frames the hub as supporting BlockTech’s initiatives across emerging technologies and as part of its effort to build a broader international network for founders and innovators.
Technology
Backend systems run primarily on Python for data pipelines and infrastructure, with Rust handling performance-critical trading components for speed and memory efficiency. PostgreSQL manages data storage while Grafana provides monitoring and visualization. Frontend tools use JavaScript and React for internal applications. The architecture emphasizes distributed systems and high throughput, often leveraging messaging platforms like Kafka for real-time data flows. Teams work in Scrum/Agile environments, building systems that process terabytes of data with high uptime requirements.
Benefits
Amsterdam office features daily breakfast, warm lunch, and snacks throughout the day. Competitive base salary combines with performance-based bonuses, and outstanding performers can buy into the trading fund. Annual learning budget of EUR 2,500 supports professional development alongside extensive in-house training. Pension plan, company laptop, and home internet reimbursement are standard. Gym membership reimbursement and sports during work hours include kickboxing, CrossFit, and soccer. Social calendar includes weekly Friday drinks, monthly game nights and outings, quarterly sports competitions, and bi-annual international trips. International employees receive full relocation packages and Dutch language classes.