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Compare up to four custody-category providers side by side. Evidence-reviewed fields are separated from unverified directory research.

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Comparison fieldHex TrustEvidence reviewed
Profile
Directory categoryDigital Asset Custodians
Custody modelCustodial
Directory verificationunverified
Research statusPrimary-source evidence reviewed
Regulatory jurisdictions
  • Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Hong Kong
  • Singapore
Regulators / authorities
  • VARA
  • Companies Registry / TCSP regime
  • Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS)
Regimes / permissions
  • Singapore CMS custody
  • VASP — Custody Services Licence
  • Trust company + TCSP licence
  • Major Payment Institution — Digital Payment Token services
Documented services
  • Custody
  • Staking
  • Trading
  • Prime services
Security certifications
  • SOC 1
  • SOC 2
Regulatory evidenceHex Trust publishes multiple regulated-entity permissions, including a Singapore capital-markets-services licence with custodial permissions.
Security evidenceHex Trust publishes SOC 1/SOC 2 assurance history and CSA STAR Level 2; its trust center documents current control assurance.
Asset protection evidenceHex Trust states client assets are segregated; legal treatment remains entity- and jurisdiction-specific.
Procurement caveatCheck the exact Hex Trust entity and licence scope for the client jurisdiction.

Shortlist summary

Hex Trust — Digital Asset Custodians — evidence reviewed
Important: Compare output is a research aid. Confirm current licences, assurance reports, insurance, asset segregation and contractual terms directly with each provider before onboarding.