Private equity investor Bridgepoint has agreed to acquire a majority stake in digital asset specialist ht.digital for £200m. The deal, set for announcement on Tuesday, targets growing demand for compliance services in the cryptocurrency sector. This move allows Bridgepoint to enter the market without direct exposure to volatile asset prices.
Bridgepoint, a London-listed private equity firm known for owning the casual dining chain Itsu, is entering the cryptocurrency space through a strategic acquisition. On Tuesday, following reports from Sky News on Monday, November 24, 2025, the company will disclose its purchase of a majority stake in ht.digital, valued at £200m. ht.digital, often abbreviated as HT, specializes in digital asset assurance and technology, providing audit services to clients in the fast-expanding crypto industry.
HT boasts over 700 clients, encompassing the world's largest cryptocurrency exchanges, asset managers, and banks aiming to increase their involvement in digital assets. Despite a recent market downturn that has erased hundreds of billions from crypto values—impacting even high-profile figures like President Donald Trump's family—the demand for reliable services persists. HT, led by chief executive Nicholas Newman, operates offices in London, Malta, and the Cayman Islands. The firm recently joined BKR International, a network of independent accounting and advisory practices.
Originally spun out from the accountancy group Harris & Trotter in 2023, HT has experienced swift expansion by attracting new clients from exchanges, blockchain platforms, and institutional investors. Bridgepoint sees this as a timely opportunity to invest early in a sector bracing for stricter regulations. By focusing on compliance-oriented services rather than trading volatile assets, the firm mitigates risks for its investors. Bridgepoint declined to comment on the transaction.