Defi Technologies (DEFT) Stock News, May-Jun 2025

DeFi Technologies' subsidiary Reflexivity Research has formed a strategic partnership with Beluga, a platform focused on simplifying crypto understanding. The partnership, announced on June 10, 2025, aims to enhance joint business development, expand distribution reach, and provide co-branded research services. The collaboration includes a co-marketing and referral agreement to grow their customer bases through joint content creation, cross-platform promotion, and strengthened referral networks. The partnership will also explore co-branded research and strategic advisory services for token foundations. Sonny Singh, Beluga's CEO, praised Reflexivity Research's reputation in on-chain research, while DeFi Technologies' CEO Olivier Roussy Newton emphasized the partnership's role in expanding their institutional and retail presence.

DeFi Technologies reported strong performance in May 2025, with its subsidiary Valour achieving US$812M in AUM, a 13.5% increase month-over-month. The company recorded net inflows of US$12.7M for May and US$71.4M year-to-date. The firm maintains a robust financial position with US$70.9M in total cash and treasury balance. DeFi Alpha, their trading desk, has generated C$162.4M in revenue since Q2 2024, including a C$30.3M arbitrage trade in May. The company expanded globally with over 65 ETPs listed across European and UK exchanges, targeting 100 products by year-end. Notable developments include Nasdaq listing under DEFT, strategic partnerships in Turkiye and Kenya, and entry into the RWA space through Fire Labs partnership. The company reaffirmed its 2025 revenue guidance of US$201.07M and maintains position as largest institutional Solana asset manager in North America.

DeFi Technologies (NASDAQ: DEFT) has announced its participation in the '2025 Virtual Tech Conference: Discover the Innovations Reshaping Tomorrow' hosted by Maxim Group LLC from June 3rd to June 5th, 2025. Company VP of Communications Curtis Schlaufman will present at the conference, which focuses on technological disruption across various sectors including healthcare, drones, consumer IoT, business solutions, and gaming & entertainment. The conference will explore how emerging growth companies are leveraging Quantum Computing and AI for future positioning. The event will feature discussions between Maxim Senior Analysts and company executives about technology's impact on business growth. The conference will be streamed live on M-Vest, requiring membership registration for attendance.

DeFi Technologies (DEFTF) has appointed Dr. Manfred Knof, former CEO of Commerzbank AG, as Strategic Advisor and Chairman of its subsidiary Valour Inc. This strategic appointment aims to accelerate Valour's institutional growth and expansion in the digital asset ETP space. Valour currently offers over 65 fully hedged digital asset ETPs listed on major European exchanges including Xetra, Spotlight, and Euronext. Dr. Knof will leverage his extensive European banking leadership experience to increase assets under management through institutional partnerships, expand equity research coverage, and strengthen DeFi Technologies' investor base following its recent Nasdaq listing. The appointment represents a significant step in DeFi Technologies' mission to bridge traditional capital markets with decentralized finance.

DeFi Technologies (DEFTF) has announced a strategic collaboration with Misyon Bank and Misyon Kripto to launch Exchange Traded Products (ETPs) for digital assets in Turkiye. The partnership aims to provide Turkish investors with institutional-grade exposure to cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum through Valour, DeFi's subsidiary. Turkiye represents a significant opportunity with over 50% of its investor population holding cryptocurrencies and consistently ranking among the top 5 fiat currencies in global crypto trading volume, exceeding $10 billion in monthly trading activity. The collaboration leverages DeFi Technologies' expertise in digital asset financial products and Misyon's regulatory knowledge in the Turkish market. This initiative is part of DeFi Technologies' broader expansion strategy across the Middle East, Asia, and Africa.

DeFi Technologies (DEFTF) has reaffirmed its 2025 revenue guidance of US$201.07M and strengthened its position in the Solana ecosystem. The company's subsidiary Valour's Solana ETP has become its largest product by AUM at US$274.9M, making it the third-largest Solana fund in Europe. DeFi Technologies generates a 12% yield on staked Solana through MEV-optimized validators and proprietary strategies, producing up to US$33M in annualized revenue. The company operates 65+ ETPs across European exchanges with over US$850M in total AUM, targeting 100 listed products by end-2025. In Q1 2025, Valour generated US$10.0M in staking/lending income and US$2.6M in management fees. The company holds 14,375 SOL and 208.8 BTC in its treasury and maintains a diversified digital asset strategy across multiple blockchains.

DeFi Technologies (DEFTF) has announced a strategic joint venture with Fire Labs to launch a regulated, USD-backed stablecoin issued by a U.S. chartered bank. The initiative includes a lead equity investment in Fire Labs and a 19.5% stake in CH Technical Solutions SA. Kraken, a major cryptocurrency exchange, will join as a strategic partner through its Kraken Embed infrastructure platform. The stablecoin will feature 105% reserve backing and include a companion yield-bearing token for institutional investors. This launch aligns with the pending GENIUS Act in Congress and comes as the stablecoin sector's market cap has reached $225 billion in early 2025. DeFi Technologies will generate revenue through trading fees, yield participation, and integration across its subsidiaries including Valour, Stillman Digital, and DeFi Alpha.

DeFi Technologies' subsidiary Valour Inc. has partnered with GulfCap Investment Bank (GCIB) to cross-list its digital asset ETPs on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE). This strategic move will enable Kenyan investors to access Valour's suite of over 65 digital asset ETPs in local currency, which are currently trading on major European exchanges including Xetra, Spotlight, and Euronext.

GCIB, licensed by Kenya's Capital Markets Authority, will serve as the Transaction Advisor, overseeing regulatory coordination, due diligence, documentation, and investor engagement. The initiative aims to expand regulated access to digital assets in emerging markets while ensuring compliance with local regulatory frameworks.

DeFi Technologies (DEFT) reported strong Q1 2025 financial results with revenues of C$62.7M (US$43.1M), EBITDA of C$44.8M (US$31.2M), and net income of C$43M (US$30M). The company's asset management arm, Valour, reached C$921M in AUM as of March 31, 2025, after hitting an all-time high of C$1.4B in January. Notable achievements include listing on Nasdaq, addition to several prominent indices including MSCI Canada Small Cap Index and MVIS Global Digital Assets Equity Index, and acquisition of a 52.5% stake in AI asset manager Neuronomics AG. The company forecasts 2025 annualized revenue of C$285.6M based on current performance. DeFi Technologies maintains a strong balance sheet with C$20M in cash, C$43.4M in digital assets, and C$53.9M in venture investments.