Wintermute Launches U.S. Operations with NYC Headquarters and Key Policy Hire

This move marks a strategic expansion into the world’s most influential financial hub and aims to strengthen the firm’s relationships with U.S.-based partners, counterparties, and regulatory bodies.

Wintermute is officially on the ground in the US

With 2,500 counterparties globally, we’re already one of the biggest players in the US market

Now we’re excited to share that we’ve opened a New York office and brought on @RonwHammond as Head of Policy and Advocacy pic.twitter.com/P87LJZku1y

— Wintermute (@wintermute_t) May 15, 2025

Wintermute has appointed Ron Hammond as its new Head of Policy and Advocacy to support this expansion. Hammond, a prominent figure in crypto policy circles, previously served as the lead lobbyist at the Blockchain Association. He brings nearly a decade of experience on Capitol Hill, where he played a central role in shaping digital asset legislation, including co-authoring the Token Taxonomy Act—the first bipartisan bill designed to regulate cryptocurrencies.

Really excited to share that I will be moving to New York and leading as @wintermute_t ’s Head of Policy and Advocacy as they expand to the US!

Appreciate @EvgenyGaevoy @emgurevich @DavidMicley entrusting me with this amazing opportunity and look forward to the work ahead! https://t.co/BSCE4tGA9V

— Ron Hammond (@RonwHammond) May 15, 2025

With Hammond on board, Wintermute is poised to take a more active role in U.S. policy discussions. He will lead the firm’s engagement with lawmakers and regulators, offering technical expertise, aligning strategies with industry stakeholders, and helping shape a balanced regulatory framework for digital assets at both state and federal levels.

CEO Evgeny Gaevoy underscored the importance of the U.S. expansion, noting that improving regulatory sentiment presents a unique opportunity for Wintermute to contribute meaningfully to the future of crypto legislation.

“With the U.S. becoming more receptive to digital asset innovation, establishing a base in New York was a priority,”

Gaevoy said.

“Ron’s expertise will be instrumental in helping us shape and navigate this evolving landscape.”

Meanwhile, reinforcing the broader shift in U.S. policy toward crypto and fintech, Representative Tom Emmer has been appointed Vice Chairman of the Subcommittee on Digital Assets, Financial Technology, and Artificial Intelligence. Established in 2023, the subcommittee plays a pivotal role in guiding legislative efforts around crypto regulation, AI integration in finance, and next-generation fintech innovation, aligning with the goals of firms like Wintermute seeking to lead in the digital finance era.

 

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