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Robinhood Markets has announced plans to acquire Indonesian brokerage PT Buana Capital Sekuritas and licensed digital asset trader PT Pedagang Aset Kripto, signaling its entry into Southeast Asia’s largest and fastest-growing crypto market. The acquisitions position Robinhood to serve more than 19 million capital market investors and 17 million crypto traders in Indonesia. These deals are subject to approval by Indonesia’s Financial Services Authority, with completion expected in the first half of 2026. Sponsored Sponsored Strategic Entry into a High-Growth Market Robinhood, based in California, is targeting Indonesia for its young, tech-savvy population and favorable regulatory climate. Robinhood’s official announcement highlighted the country’s strong expansion potential. These acquisitions follow Robinhood’s recent establishment of a regional headquarters in Singapore and licensing of its Bitstamp crypto exchange there. Indonesia’s evolving regulatory framework now supports digital asset trading. By the third quarter of 2025, the Financial Services Authority had licensed 28 entities involved in crypto trading, including one regulated crypto exchange and infrastructure providers. Regulatory clarity encourages international firms to seek compliant market entry. By acquiring established local businesses, Robinhood benefits from streamlined regulatory compliance and faster market access. PT Buana Capital Sekuritas provides brokerage services, while PT Pedagang Aset Kripto provides access to crypto trading. Pieter Tanuri, the majority owner of both firms and noted for his work with Bali United football club, will stay involved as a strategic advisor. Steve Quirk, Robinhood’s Chief Brokerage Officer, shared that the company is committed to expanding financial participation. He said on social media that they look forward to empowering more people in the financial system. Robinhood is coming to Indonesia. We’re excited to work with the Buana Capital and PT Pedagang Aset Kripto teams to democratize finance for this fast-growing market. Indonesia already has more than 19 million capital market investors and 17 million…

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