Laser Digital Integrates with Talos to Offer Institutional-Grade Liquidity for Digital Assets

November 28, 2023 - Laser Digital, the digital asset arm of Nomura, has entered into a strategic collaboration with Talos, a leading provider of digital asset trading technology for institutional entities. This partnership, extends Laser Digital's institutional client base and integrates a new stream of institutional-grade liquidity into the Talos network.

Jez Mohideen, CEO of Laser Digital, commented, “We are proud to join forces with Talos to expand institutional access to digital assets. Talos and Laser Digital share a heritage in traditional financial markets and a common goal to simplify digital asset trading in a way that is familiar and trusted by institutions.”

Laser Digital, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Nomura, offers unparalleled credit and counterparty risk management. The firm's market-making and liquidity provision are driven by a quant-based approach and a proprietary technology platform, drawing on extensive experience in systematic trading.

Anton Katz, CEO and Co-Founder of Talos, welcomed Laser Digital, highlighting the synergy between the two firms: “We are thrilled to welcome Laser Digital to the Talos provider network, reinforcing our commitment to providing comprehensive trading solutions to institutional clients. Laser Digital stands out in the digital asset landscape and will enrich the liquidity available to Talos clients looking to achieve best execution.”

With the introduction of more digital asset regulations globally, the demand for transparency and optimal execution among institutional players is anticipated to rise. The combination of Talos's cutting-edge technology and Laser Digital's high-grade liquidity positions this partnership as a pivotal development in the market. Talos's platform is renowned for enabling clients to aggregate liquidity from various sources, supporting complex trading strategies, and aiding institutions in achieving superior trade execution.