Gemini picks top Wall Street banks for IPO as crypto firms seek public validation

Gemini, the digital asset exchange co-founded by Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, has chosen Goldman Sachs, Citigroup, Morgan Stanley, and Cantor Fitzgerald as lead bookrunners for its upcoming initial public offering (IPO) [1]. These firms, among the most influential on Wall Street, will spearhead the capital-raising process as Gemini transitions from a private company to a publicly traded entity. The move highlights the platform’s ambition to cement its position in the broader financial markets and marks a pivotal moment in its evolution.

The decision came alongside a public filing of an S-1 registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on August 15, 2025 [2]. This document reveals key financial insights about Gemini, including a surge in total revenue to $142.2 million in 2024, compared to $98.1 million in 2023. However, the first half of 2025 saw a revenue decline to $68.6 million from $74.3 million in the same period the prior year. More significantly, the company’s net loss expanded to $282.5 million in the first half of 2025 from $158.6 million in 2024, underscoring the costs associated with its aggressive expansion [1].

Gemini’s IPO is part of a broader trend of crypto firms seeking public market validation and capital. Earlier this year, companies such as Circle (CRCL), eToro (ETOR), and Bullish (BLSH) have also filed for public listings, signaling a shift toward increased institutional acceptance of digital assets. Gemini will list its Class A common stock on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the ticker GEMI, a move that reflects its ambition to be recognized as a mainstream financial entity [1].

The involvement of top-tier underwriters is seen as a strategic effort to enhance Gemini’s credibility and attract institutional investor confidence in a market still grappling with regulatory uncertainty and volatility. Goldman Sachs and Citigroup, in particular, have extensive experience managing high-profile tech and fintech IPOs. Morgan Stanley and Cantor Fitzgerald, meanwhile, offer deep capital markets expertise, which will be critical as Gemini navigates the complexities of going public.

Despite the company’s progress, the IPO process is not without challenges. The filing explicitly acknowledges the regulatory and technological risks inherent to the digital asset space, including potential restrictions on blockchain operations and the ongoing evolution of open-source protocols. Gemini’s success will depend not only on the strength of its financials but also on investor sentiment toward the broader crypto market.

The IPO represents a new chapter for Gemini as it seeks to balance growth with profitability while adapting to the demands of public market scrutiny. As it moves forward, the company will need to demonstrate resilience and transparency to win the trust of a skeptical but increasingly engaged investor base [1].

Sources:

[1] Gemini selects Goldmans, Citi and other major banks for IPO leadership

URL: https://invezz.com/news/2025/08/16/gemini-selects-goldmans-citi-and-other-major-banks-for-ipo-leadership/

[2] Press Releases

URL: https://aijourn.com/press-releases/