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StatArb

A proprietary alpha signal that captures the predictability of asset returns, arising from predictable patterns in investors' behaviour

Concept

Our models output an attractiveness score for every cryptocurrency traded on exchange. The higher the score is, the more likely is the asset to outperform the broad market in the future. Contrary, the lower the score is, the more likely is the asset to underperform broad market in the future. Clients use these scores to buy assets with high attractiveness scores and short the assets with low attractiveness scores, taking into account expected return, risk, transaction cost and AuM, constructing a portfolio that is market neutral and profiting solely from the predictable patterns in investors' decision-making.

Performance since inception

StatArb performance since inception

Note: Results are based on transaction prices. Past signal performance does not guarantee future results.

Our Approach

We believe that investors in cryptocurrency markets follow predictable patterns in their decision-making, just like in traditional markets. Our approach turns these behavioural insights into quantitative signals.

Behavioural Finance

We study how cognitive biases (fear of missing out, risk aversion, herd behaviour) drive predictable patterns in investor decision-making across crypto markets.

Alpha Research

We rigorously test anomalies for statistical significance and evaluate their consistency across different time periods to ensure robust, lasting predictive power.

100+ Anomalies

Our StatArb signal relies on over 100 anomalies that we have discovered, and we continually uncover new ones to stay ahead in the evolving crypto landscape.

Signal Performance

Displayed performance is since signal inception (30 April, 2022) until 31 December 2025. Results reflect strategies built using the Stat-Arb signal.

784%
Total Signal Return
2.86
Sharpe Ratio
0.05
Market Beta

Signal Delivery

Multiple ways to access our signals, designed to fit seamlessly into your existing workflow and infrastructure.

REST API

Programmatic access with real-time and historical endpoints. Integrate directly into your trading systems or research pipelines.

Excel / CSV Downloads

Scheduled or on-demand exports in standard formats, ready for analysis in Excel, Python, R or any other tool.

SFTP Delivery

Automated file delivery to your secure server on a daily or custom schedule.

Custom Integration

Need a different format or delivery method? We work with you to build a solution that fits your infrastructure.