[ { "name": "Fireblocks", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "fireblocks", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "fireblocks-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "Differentiate the Fireblocks technology platform from the regulated Fireblocks Trust custody entity when contracting.", "sources": [ { "label": "NYDFS virtual currency businesses", "url": "https://www.dfs.ny.gov/virtual_currency_businesses", "type": "Regulator" }, { "label": "Fireblocks security", "url": "https://www.fireblocks.com/platforms/security", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Fireblocks Trust", "url": "https://www.fireblocks.com/trustco", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "North America", "regimes": [ "NYDFS trust" ], "authorities": [ "NYDFS" ], "basis": "Limited-purpose trust company", "evidence_class": "Regulator-backed", "summary": "Fireblocks Trust Company, LLC is listed by NYDFS as a limited purpose trust company; Fireblocks Trust markets qualified custody.", "caveat": "Differentiate the Fireblocks technology platform from the regulated Fireblocks Trust custody entity when contracting.", "source": { "label": "NYDFS virtual currency businesses", "url": "https://www.dfs.ny.gov/virtual_currency_businesses", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Settlement", "Wallet infrastructure", "Treasury" ], "summary": "Qualified custody through Fireblocks Trust plus enterprise wallet, treasury and settlement infrastructure.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [ "SOC 2", "ISO 27001", "CCSS" ], "summary": "Fireblocks publishes SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001/27017/27018/22301 coverage plus CCSS QSP Level 3 and external penetration testing.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Fireblocks Trust states client assets are segregated and held in a bankruptcy-remote structure.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "BitGo", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "bitgo", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "bitgo-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "Confirm the contracting custody entity, jurisdiction and current insurance schedule before procurement.", "sources": [ { "label": "NYDFS BitGo charter release", "url": "https://www.dfs.ny.gov/reports_and_publications/press_releases/pr202103041", "type": "Regulator" }, { "label": "BitGo qualified custody", "url": "https://www.bitgo.com/products/qualified-custody/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "BitGo institutional custody controls", "url": "https://www.bitgo.com/resources/blog/what-to-look-for-in-an-institutional-crypto-custody-provider/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "BitGo CCSS", "url": "https://www.bitgo.com/resources/blog/bitgo-secures-ccss-level-3-certification/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "North America", "regimes": [ "NYDFS trust", "OCC conditional conversion" ], "authorities": [ "NYDFS", "OCC" ], "basis": "State trust charter; federal conversion conditionally approved", "evidence_class": "Regulator-backed", "summary": "BitGo New York Trust Company is listed by NYDFS as a limited purpose trust company; BitGo also operates regulated custody entities in other jurisdictions.", "caveat": "Confirm the contracting custody entity, jurisdiction and current insurance schedule before procurement.", "source": { "label": "OCC conditional trust-bank conversions (12 Dec 2025)", "url": "https://www.occ.gov/news-issuances/news-releases/2025/nr-occ-2025-125.html", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Staking", "Settlement", "Wallet infrastructure", "Trading", "Financing", "Prime services", "Stablecoin services" ], "summary": "Institutional qualified custody, wallets, staking and settlement/prime services.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [ "SOC 1", "SOC 2", "CCSS" ], "summary": "BitGo states SOC 1 Type II and SOC 2 Type II controls and has published CCSS Level 3 certification.", "insurance_evidence": "mentioned_in_reviewed_evidence", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "BitGo markets qualified custody with offline cold storage and insurance; exact policy scope and exclusions are entity- and contract-specific.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Exchanges, asset managers, ETF issuers, corporate treasuries, hedge funds, and platforms. Serves thousands of institutions globally.", "buyer_context": "Provides custody, wallets, staking, trading, financing, settlement, and Stablecoin-as-a-Service. Industry-leading insurance coverage via Lloyd's of London.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Anchorage Digital", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "anchorage-digital", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "anchorage-digital-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "A federal bank charter does not make digital assets FDIC-insured; confirm account structure and asset treatment contractually.", "sources": [ { "label": "OCC charter announcement", "url": "https://www.occ.gov/news-issuances/news-releases/2021/nr-occ-2021-6.html", "type": "Regulator" }, { "label": "OCC institution search", "url": "https://www.occ.gov/institution-search/details?act=1&charter=25243&city=Sioux+Falls&fra=1&name=Anchorage+Digital+Bank+National+Association&q=Anchorage+Digital+Bank+National+Association&source=NER&state=SD", "type": "Regulator" }, { "label": "Anchorage custody", "url": "https://www.anchorage.com/platform/custody", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "North America", "regimes": [ "OCC national trust bank" ], "authorities": [ "OCC" ], "basis": "Federally chartered national trust bank", "evidence_class": "Regulator-backed", "summary": "Anchorage Digital Bank, National Association received an OCC national trust bank charter and appears in the OCC institution directory.", "caveat": "A federal bank charter does not make digital assets FDIC-insured; confirm account structure and asset treatment contractually.", "source": { "label": "OCC Anchorage charter approval", "url": "https://www.occ.gov/news-issuances/news-releases/2021/nr-occ-2021-6.html", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Staking", "Settlement", "Stablecoin services" ], "summary": "Institutional custody with governance, staking and settlement capabilities through a federally chartered digital-asset bank.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [ "SOC 1", "SOC 2" ], "summary": "Anchorage states its custody environment is examined under SOC 1 Type II and SOC 2 Type II reporting.", "insurance_evidence": "mentioned_in_reviewed_evidence", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Digital assets held in custody are subject to bank-grade custody controls; Anchorage disclosures note crypto assets are not FDIC- or SIPC-insured.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Funds, asset managers, banks, exchanges, and institutional platforms including BlackRock and PayPal.", "buyer_context": "The OCC lifted a 2022 consent order in August 2025, restoring Anchorage's full regulatory standing. Positioned as a white-label stablecoin issuer under the GENIUS Act framework.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Copper", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "copper", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "copper-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "Regulatory permissions and asset-protection mechanics vary by Copper entity and jurisdiction.", "sources": [ { "label": "Copper homepage", "url": "https://copper.co/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Copper SOC 2 Type II announcement", "url": "https://copper.co/en/insights/company-news/copper-partners-with-perform-as-the-first-digital-asset-custodian-to-receive", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Europe", "regimes": [ "Switzerland / entity-specific" ], "authorities": [ "Entity-specific" ], "basis": "Registration/permissions vary by contracting entity", "evidence_class": "Entity-specific", "summary": "Copper publishes regulatory registrations for specific entities, including Switzerland; permissions must be checked against the entity used for the mandate.", "caveat": "Regulatory permissions and asset-protection mechanics vary by Copper entity and jurisdiction.", "source": { "label": "Copper homepage", "url": "https://copper.co/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Settlement", "Trading" ], "summary": "Institutional custody, ClearLoop collateral management, settlement and trading connectivity.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [ "SOC 2" ], "summary": "Copper has published SOC 2 Type II assurance for its digital-asset custody environment.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Copper provides institutional custody and collateral-management architecture; legal segregation and insolvency treatment should be confirmed for the selected entity.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Hedge funds, trading firms, and active institutions requiring custody integrated with prime services including margin, lending, and multi-venue execution.", "buyer_context": "ClearLoop is Copper's proprietary off-exchange settlement network, removing the need to move assets to exchanges before trading. Swiss jurisdiction provides client privacy protections.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Zodia Custody", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "zodia-custody", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "zodia-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "Standard Chartered announced acquisition of Zodia Custody’s custody business in May 2026; confirm the current contracting entity and integration status.", "sources": [ { "label": "AMF MiCA whitelist", "url": "https://www.amf-france.org/en/warnings/white-lists/daspcasp/zodia-custody-europe-sa", "type": "Regulator" }, { "label": "Zodia custody", "url": "https://zodia-custody.com/custody/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Standard Chartered acquisition announcement", "url": "https://www.sc.com/en/press-release/standard-chartered-to-acquire-zodia-custodys-custody-business/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Europe", "regimes": [ "MiCA / CASP" ], "authorities": [ "CSSF", "EU passport" ], "basis": "MiCA-authorized European custody entity", "evidence_class": "Regulator-backed", "summary": "Zodia Custody Europe S.A. appears on the AMF MiCA whitelist following authorization by Luxembourg CSSF.", "caveat": "Standard Chartered announced acquisition of Zodia Custody’s custody business in May 2026; confirm the current contracting entity and integration status.", "source": { "label": "AMF MiCA whitelist — Zodia Custody Europe", "url": "https://www.amf-france.org/en/warnings/white-lists/daspcasp/zodia-custody-europe-sa", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Staking" ], "summary": "Bank-backed institutional digital-asset custody with staking and related asset-servicing capabilities.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [ "SOC 1", "SOC 2", "ISO 27001" ], "summary": "Zodia publishes SOC 1 Type II, SOC 2 Type I and ISO 27001:2022 assurance/certification.", "insurance_evidence": "mentioned_in_reviewed_evidence", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Zodia describes institutional insurance protection; exact legal segregation and policy terms should be verified for the contracting entity.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Komainu", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "komainu", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "komainu-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "Confirm which Komainu legal entity and regulatory perimeter applies to the mandate.", "sources": [ { "label": "Komainu regulation", "url": "https://komainu.com/expertise/regulation/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Komainu security", "url": "https://komainu.com/expertise/security/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Komainu custody", "url": "https://komainu.com/services/custody/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Multi-region", "regimes": [ "Jersey", "UAE", "UK", "Italy" ], "authorities": [ "Multiple authorities" ], "basis": "Multi-jurisdiction regulated custody footprint", "evidence_class": "Entity-specific", "summary": "Komainu publishes regulated custody permissions/registrations across Jersey, the UAE, the UK and Italy.", "caveat": "Confirm which Komainu legal entity and regulatory perimeter applies to the mandate.", "source": { "label": "Komainu regulation", "url": "https://komainu.com/expertise/regulation/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Staking" ], "summary": "Institutional custody, staking, collateral management and asset servicing.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [ "SOC 1", "SOC 2", "ISO 27001" ], "summary": "Komainu publishes SOC 1 Type II, SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001 assurance/certification.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Komainu states assets are held in segregated on-chain wallets, off balance sheet and in a bankruptcy-remote custody structure.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional investors, asset managers, hedge funds, and tokenized fund operators including BlackRock's BUIDL fund.", "buyer_context": "Raised USD 75 million from Blockstream in January 2025 in a novel Bitcoin-funded structure. One of the largest custodians for BlackRock's BUIDL tokenized fund. Disbanded Japanese joint venture with SBI in September 2025.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Hex Trust", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "hex-trust", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "hex-trust-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "Check the exact Hex Trust entity and licence scope for the client jurisdiction.", "sources": [ { "label": "Hex Trust trust center", "url": "https://www.hextrust.com/trust-center", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Hex Trust about/licensing", "url": "https://www.hextrust.com/company/about-us", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Hex Trust 2026 assurance update", "url": "https://www.hextrust.com/resources-collection/hex-trust-reaffirms-soc-1-soc-2-and-csa-star-level-2-audit", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Asia-Pacific", "regimes": [ "Singapore CMS custody" ], "authorities": [ "MAS", "entity-specific" ], "basis": "Capital-markets-services custody permission disclosed", "evidence_class": "Provider + regulatory framework", "summary": "Hex Trust publishes multiple regulated-entity permissions, including a Singapore capital-markets-services licence with custodial permissions.", "caveat": "Check the exact Hex Trust entity and licence scope for the client jurisdiction.", "source": { "label": "Hex Trust trust center", "url": "https://www.hextrust.com/trust-center", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Staking", "Trading", "Prime services" ], "summary": "Institutional custody, staking, markets and digital-asset servicing.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [ "SOC 1", "SOC 2" ], "summary": "Hex Trust publishes SOC 1/SOC 2 assurance history and CSA STAR Level 2; its trust center documents current control assurance.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Hex Trust states client assets are segregated; legal treatment remains entity- and jurisdiction-specific.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Banks, financial institutions, digital asset organizations, corporates, and private clients including Animoca, Algorand Foundation, and Hedera. 200+ institutional clients and USD 5+ billion in assets under custody.", "buyer_context": "USD 100+ million raised in total funding with Morgan Creek Digital as lead investor. Acquired Byte Trading to expand prime services. Founded by Alessio Quaglini (CEO).", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Taurus", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "taurus", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "taurus-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 3, "caveat": "Treat technology-provider capability and regulated-custodian status as separate procurement questions.", "sources": [ { "label": "Taurus platform", "url": "https://www.taurushq.com/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Taurus ISO 27001:2022", "url": "https://www.taurushq.com/blog/iso-iec-270012022-certification/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Europe", "regimes": [ "Technology / entity-specific" ], "authorities": [ "Entity-specific" ], "basis": "Custody/tokenization technology; legal custody perimeter depends on entity/deployment", "evidence_class": "Scope verification", "summary": "Taurus provides institutional custody/tokenization infrastructure; this review does not independently certify the regulatory status of every Taurus entity or customer deployment.", "caveat": "Treat technology-provider capability and regulated-custodian status as separate procurement questions.", "source": { "label": "Taurus platform", "url": "https://www.taurushq.com/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Trading", "Tokenization" ], "summary": "Enterprise custody, tokenization and digital-asset trading infrastructure for financial institutions.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Taurus publishes ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification for its information-security management system.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Taurus provides institutional custody technology; legal segregation and insolvency treatment depend on the regulated service/entity used.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Systemic banks, universal banks, private banks, online banks, crypto-banks, broker-dealers, family offices, and central banks. Won Digital Asset Partnership of the Year with State Street at Global Custodian's Leaders in Custody 2025.", "buyer_context": "USD 65 million Series B in 2023 led by Credit Suisse. Offices in Geneva, Singapore, New York (2025), Sao Paulo, and Istanbul. AMINA Bank has been a Taurus client since 2019. Won Best Custody Solutions Provider for Digital Assets at 2025 Global BankTech Awards.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Cobo", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "cobo", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — platform/custody model", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "cobo-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Treat Cobo as a mixed custody-and-wallet platform. Verify the legal custody entity, licence, segregation structure and insurance applicable to the intended jurisdiction.", "sources": [ { "label": "Cobo official site", "url": "https://www.cobo.com/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Cobo Custodial Wallet", "url": "https://www.cobo.com/products/wallet/custodial-wallet", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Multi-region", "regimes": [ "Entity-specific" ], "authorities": [ "Entity-specific" ], "basis": "No single globally applicable bank/trust/qualified-custodian status established", "evidence_class": "Scope verification", "summary": "Cobo publicly offers custodial wallets, but the reviewed public materials do not establish one globally applicable qualified-custodian or bank/trust status. Regulatory perimeter should be confirmed for the contracting entity.", "caveat": "Treat Cobo as a mixed custody-and-wallet platform. Verify the legal custody entity, licence, segregation structure and insurance applicable to the intended jurisdiction.", "source": { "label": "Cobo official site", "url": "https://www.cobo.com/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Wallet infrastructure" ], "summary": "Custodial wallets plus MPC, smart-contract and exchange-wallet infrastructure supporting 80+ chains and thousands of tokens.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [ "MPC" ], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Cobo describes institutional wallet infrastructure spanning custodial, MPC and smart-contract wallet architectures; exact assurance-report scope should be requested during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "mentioned_in_reviewed_evidence", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Custodial-wallet documentation describes institutional safekeeping, but public evidence reviewed here is insufficient to generalize segregation, bankruptcy remoteness or insurance across all entities and products.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "GK8", "category": "Wallet Infrastructure", "slug": "gk8", "region": "Global", "status": "Ecosystem — legacy GK8 brand / Galaxy Custody Infrastructure", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "gk8-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 3, "caveat": "Corrected legacy context: Galaxy announced the acquisition in December 2022 and completed it in February 2023. Current Galaxy materials describe the platform as Galaxy Custody Infrastructure, formerly known as GK8.", "sources": [ { "label": "Galaxy — completes acquisition of GK8", "url": "https://www.galaxy.com/newsroom/galaxy-completes-acquisition-of-leading-institutional-custody-platform-gk8", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Galaxy — GK8 Tokenization Wizard / custody stack", "url": "https://www.galaxy.com/newsroom/galaxy-subsidiary-gk8-launches-tokenization-wizard-enabling-institutional", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Galaxy — Bank Leumi / platform formerly known as GK8", "url": "https://www.galaxy.com/newsroom/bank-leumi-partners-with-galaxy-to-be-the-first-bank-in-israel-to-offer-digital-asset-trading", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "ecosystem" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Technology / entity-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Institutional self-custody / custody infrastructure technology", "evidence_class": "Scope verification", "summary": "GK8 was acquired by Galaxy after the transaction announced in 2022 and completed in February 2023. Galaxy now refers to its Custody Infrastructure platform as formerly known as GK8.", "caveat": "Treat GK8 as a legacy/product brand within Galaxy custody infrastructure, not as an independent regulated custodian.", "source": { "label": "Galaxy — completes acquisition of GK8", "url": "https://www.galaxy.com/newsroom/galaxy-completes-acquisition-of-leading-institutional-custody-platform-gk8", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Always-offline custody infrastructure", "MPC", "Tokenization infrastructure", "Key management" ], "summary": "GK8 technology, now presented within Galaxy Custody Infrastructure, combines always-offline Cold Vault architecture with MPC and institutional digital-asset operations tooling.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [ "Cold storage" ], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Galaxy/GK8 documents Cold Vault technology that enables transaction signing without internet connectivity and MPC controls for operational flexibility.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "The technology can support institutional custody or self-custody architectures, but the legal custodian and asset-segregation framework depend on the deploying institution.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers evaluating wallet infrastructure.", "buyer_context": "GK8 technology, now presented within Galaxy Custody Infrastructure, combines always-offline Cold Vault architecture with MPC and institutional digital-asset operations tooling.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Ledger Enterprise", "category": "Wallet Infrastructure", "slug": "ledger-enterprise", "region": "Global", "status": "Ecosystem — institutional self-custody technology", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "ledger-enterprise-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 3, "caveat": "Technology-provider review, not proof that Ledger Enterprise is the legal third-party custodian. Confirm who controls keys and which regulated entity safeguards client assets.", "sources": [ { "label": "Ledger Enterprise platform", "url": "https://enterprise.ledger.com/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Ledger Enterprise — For Custodians", "url": "https://enterprise.ledger.com/for-custodians", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Ledger Enterprise — HSM On-Premise", "url": "https://enterprise.ledger.com/news/hsm-on-premise", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "ecosystem" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Technology / entity-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Institutional self-custody and key-management infrastructure", "evidence_class": "Scope verification", "summary": "Ledger Enterprise explicitly positions its platform as infrastructure for institutions and custodians, including self-custody deployment models.", "caveat": "Ledger Enterprise technology can support a custodian, but the platform itself should not be treated as the regulated legal custodian.", "source": { "label": "Ledger Enterprise platform", "url": "https://enterprise.ledger.com/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Self-custody infrastructure", "Wallet infrastructure", "HSM key management", "Off-exchange settlement" ], "summary": "Ledger Enterprise provides institutional digital-asset infrastructure for self-custody, client custody operations, governance and settlement workflows.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Ledger Enterprise documents hardware-enforced security and, in 2026, an HSM On-Premise architecture that keeps the signer HSM and master seed inside the client data center with no Ledger access to the signing keys.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "The model is designed to let institutions retain control of signing keys and governance. Legal asset segregation and insolvency treatment belong to the institution/custodian operating the technology.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers evaluating wallet infrastructure.", "buyer_context": "Ledger Enterprise provides institutional digital-asset infrastructure for self-custody, client custody operations, governance and settlement workflows.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Fordefi", "category": "Wallet Infrastructure", "slug": "fordefi", "region": "Global", "status": "Ecosystem — institutional self-custody wallet infrastructure", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "fordefi-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "Keep Fordefi in Wallet Infrastructure. Any claim that Fordefi is the legal custodian must be tied to a separate licensed custodian or deployment model.", "sources": [ { "label": "Fordefi — institutional MPC wallet", "url": "https://fordefi.com/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Fordefi — developers/self-custody and security", "url": "https://fordefi.com/developers", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Fordefi — Wallet as a Service", "url": "https://fordefi.com/wallet-as-a-service", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "ecosystem" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Technology / deployment-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Institutional MPC self-custody infrastructure", "evidence_class": "Scope verification", "summary": "Fordefi explicitly positions its core platform as institutional MPC wallet infrastructure that lets customers self-custody private keys.", "caveat": "A Fordefi deployment can support custodial businesses, but Fordefi technology itself should not be treated as the regulated legal custodian.", "source": { "label": "Fordefi — institutional MPC wallet", "url": "https://fordefi.com/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "MPC wallet infrastructure", "Self-custody", "Policy engine", "Wallet-as-a-Service" ], "summary": "Fordefi provides MPC wallets, governance/policy controls, transaction simulation and embedded wallet infrastructure for institutions and builders.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [ "Self-custody MPC wallet" ], "status": "reviewed_scope" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Fordefi documents MPC, hardware isolation and SOC 2 Type II assurance; customers can retain backup/signing control in self-custody deployments.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Key and asset control depends on deployment. Fordefi’s core institutional product states the customer remains in control of private keys.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers evaluating wallet infrastructure.", "buyer_context": "Keep Fordefi in Wallet Infrastructure. Any claim that Fordefi is the legal custodian must be tied to a separate licensed custodian or deployment model.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Safeheron", "category": "Wallet Infrastructure", "slug": "safeheron", "region": "Global", "status": "Ecosystem — institutional MPC self-custody", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "safeheron-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "Classification corrected from Digital Asset Custodians to Wallet Infrastructure.", "sources": [ { "label": "Safeheron — MPC self-custody", "url": "https://safeheron.com/products/mpc-self-custody/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Safeheron — SOC 2 Type II", "url": "https://safeheron.com/blog/safeheron-achieves-soc-2-type-ii-certification-again/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Safeheron — security", "url": "https://safeheron.com/features/security/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "ecosystem" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Technology / deployment-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Institutional self-custody and MPC infrastructure", "evidence_class": "Scope verification", "summary": "Safeheron explicitly markets institutional-grade MPC self-custody rather than delegated third-party custody.", "caveat": "Do not classify Safeheron as the legal custodian solely because its technology is used for safeguarding digital assets.", "source": { "label": "Safeheron — MPC self-custody", "url": "https://safeheron.com/products/mpc-self-custody/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "MPC self-custody", "Key management", "Policy/governance controls", "Secure deployment" ], "summary": "Safeheron provides MPC/TEE-based self-custody infrastructure for institutions, exchanges, funds and payment providers.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [ "MPC" ], "models": [ "MPC self-custody infrastructure" ], "status": "reviewed_scope" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Safeheron documents SOC 2 Type II and ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certifications and security reviews for its self-custody platform.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "The self-custody architecture is designed to leave asset/key control with the deploying organization rather than Safeheron as custodian.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers evaluating wallet infrastructure.", "buyer_context": "Classification corrected from Digital Asset Custodians to Wallet Infrastructure.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Finoa", "category": "Status Watch", "slug": "finoa", "region": "Global", "status": "Status Watch — regulated business wind-down", "current_scope": "Historical/status-watch research; not active introduction routing", "is_current_custodian": false, "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "finoa-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Technology or successor services must not be confused with the former regulated Finoa GmbH custody business.", "sources": [ { "label": "Finoa — regulatory and operational status", "url": "https://www.finoa.io/privacy-policy", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "watch" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Status Watch — regulated business wind-down", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "Finoa states that its German crypto-custody licence was surrendered and formally revoked effective 31 December 2025 and that it no longer enters new regulated business relationships.", "caveat": "Technology or successor services must not be confused with the former regulated Finoa GmbH custody business.", "source": { "label": "Finoa — regulatory and operational status", "url": "https://www.finoa.io/privacy-policy", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Historical regulated custody", "Current technology infrastructure context" ], "summary": "Finoa states that its German crypto-custody licence was surrendered and formally revoked effective 31 December 2025 and that it no longer enters new regulated business relationships.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Technology or successor services must not be confused with the former regulated Finoa GmbH custody business.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching status watch.", "buyer_context": "Finoa states that its German crypto-custody licence was surrendered and formally revoked effective 31 December 2025 and that it no longer enters new regulated business relationships.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Propine", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "propine", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — acquisition transition", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "propine-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Confirm completion, current brand, contracting entity and MAS permission before treating Propine as a standalone active provider.", "sources": [ { "label": "Komainu — agreement to acquire Propine", "url": "https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241021653034/en/Komainu-Agrees-to-Acquire-Propine-in-Singapore-to-Expand-Its-Footprint-in-Asia-Ex-Japan", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Evidence reviewed — acquisition transition", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "Propine held a Singapore capital-markets-services licence for institutional custody and became subject to Komainu's announced acquisition plan.", "caveat": "Confirm completion, current brand, contracting entity and MAS permission before treating Propine as a standalone active provider.", "source": { "label": "Komainu — agreement to acquire Propine", "url": "https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241021653034/en/Komainu-Agrees-to-Acquire-Propine-in-Singapore-to-Expand-Its-Footprint-in-Asia-Ex-Japan", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Institutional digital-asset custody", "Asset servicing", "Acquisition transition" ], "summary": "Propine held a Singapore capital-markets-services licence for institutional custody and became subject to Komainu's announced acquisition plan.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Confirm completion, current brand, contracting entity and MAS permission before treating Propine as a standalone active provider.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching digital asset custodians.", "buyer_context": "Propine held a Singapore capital-markets-services licence for institutional custody and became subject to Komainu's announced acquisition plan.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Standard Custody", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "standard-custody", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "standard-custody-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 3, "caveat": "The business is now part of Ripple; verify whether the mandate contracts with Standard Custody, another Ripple entity, or a partner.", "sources": [ { "label": "NYDFS Standard Custody charter", "url": "https://www.dfs.ny.gov/reports_and_publications/press_releases/pr202105041", "type": "Regulator" }, { "label": "Ripple acquisition close", "url": "https://ripple.com/insights/paving-a-compliant-path-forward-ripple-closes-standard-custody-acquisition-and-appoints-jack-mcdonald-as-senior-vice-president-of-stablecoins/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Standard Custody site", "url": "https://www.standardcustody.com/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "North America", "regimes": [ "NYDFS trust" ], "authorities": [ "NYDFS" ], "basis": "Limited-purpose trust company", "evidence_class": "Regulator-backed", "summary": "New York DFS approved Standard Custody & Trust Company as a limited purpose trust company; Ripple completed its acquisition in 2024.", "caveat": "The business is now part of Ripple; verify whether the mandate contracts with Standard Custody, another Ripple entity, or a partner.", "source": { "label": "NYDFS Standard Custody trust charter", "url": "https://www.dfs.ny.gov/reports_and_publications/press_releases/pr202105041", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody" ], "summary": "Regulated institutional digital-asset custody within Ripple’s institutional product stack.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Current independent security-assurance details were not verified in this review.", "insurance_evidence": "mentioned_in_reviewed_evidence", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Trust-company custody is regulated in New York; current insurance, segregation and insolvency mechanics should be confirmed with Ripple/Standard Custody.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Coincover", "category": "Compliance & Security", "slug": "coincover", "region": "Global", "status": "Ecosystem — recovery, resilience and key-protection infrastructure", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "coincover-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "Classification corrected from Digital Asset Custodians to Compliance & Security to avoid falsely presenting a resilience provider as the legal custodian.", "sources": [ { "label": "Coincover — digital asset protection", "url": "https://www.coincover.com/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Coincover — institutional recovery", "url": "https://www.coincover.com/products/recover-for-institutions", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "ecosystem" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Operational resilience / deployment-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Digital-asset recovery and protection infrastructure", "evidence_class": "Scope verification", "summary": "Coincover provides recovery, resilience, governance and secure key-management infrastructure for custodians, exchanges, wallets and financial institutions.", "caveat": "Coincover explicitly serves custodians; that does not make Coincover the legal custodian of the underlying customer assets.", "source": { "label": "Coincover — digital asset protection", "url": "https://www.coincover.com/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Wallet recovery", "Operational resilience", "Key protection", "Governance controls" ], "summary": "Coincover supplies disaster-recovery and asset-protection infrastructure to institutions and custody operators.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [ "Recovery/security infrastructure" ], "status": "reviewed_scope" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Its products focus on recovery workflows, encrypted backups, governance and operational continuity rather than delegated legal custody.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Coincover Recover for Institutions is described as recovery infrastructure for non-custodial wallets and institutional holdings; custody remains with the relevant wallet/custodian arrangement.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers evaluating compliance & security.", "buyer_context": "Classification corrected from Digital Asset Custodians to Compliance & Security to avoid falsely presenting a resilience provider as the legal custodian.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Tangany", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "tangany", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "tangany-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "Confirm the specific MiCA services and asset scope applicable to the mandate.", "sources": [ { "label": "AMF MiCA whitelist", "url": "https://www.amf-france.org/en/warnings/white-lists/daspcasp/tangany-gmbh", "type": "Regulator" }, { "label": "Tangany homepage", "url": "https://tangany.com/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Tangany security FAQ", "url": "https://tangany.com/blog/faq-security", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Europe", "regimes": [ "MiCA / CASP" ], "authorities": [ "BaFin", "EU passport" ], "basis": "MiCA-authorized German custodian", "evidence_class": "Regulator-backed", "summary": "Tangany GmbH appears on the AMF MiCA whitelist following authorization by BaFin and markets itself as a MiCA-licensed German custodian.", "caveat": "Confirm the specific MiCA services and asset scope applicable to the mandate.", "source": { "label": "AMF MiCA whitelist — Tangany", "url": "https://www.amf-france.org/en/warnings/white-lists/daspcasp/tangany-gmbh", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody" ], "summary": "B2B digital-asset custody infrastructure for banks, brokers and fintechs.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [ "MPC", "HSM" ], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [ "ISO 27001" ], "summary": "Tangany publishes ISO 27001 certification and HSM/MPC custody security controls.", "insurance_evidence": "mentioned_in_reviewed_evidence", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Custody architecture is documented by Tangany; insolvency treatment and insurance scope should be verified in current contractual documentation.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Banks, fintechs, crypto exchanges, and digital asset platforms building custody into their own products via Tangany's API.", "buyer_context": "Tangany focuses on enabling B2B custody infrastructure in Germany and Europe. BaFin-regulated since 2021. Offers on-premise and cloud deployment.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Upvest", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "upvest", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "upvest-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "Retain as Digital Asset Custodians, but do not assume every Upvest integration uses Upvest custody; operating-model selection is decisive.", "sources": [ { "label": "Upvest — BaFin custody licences", "url": "https://upvest.co/blog/upvest-receives-bafin-licenses", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Upvest — operating models", "url": "https://upvest.co/blog/upvests-operating-models-an-easy-solution-for-every-case", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Europe", "regimes": [ "BaFin securities and crypto brokerage/custody licences" ], "authorities": [ "BaFin" ], "basis": "German regulated B2B investment and crypto custody infrastructure", "evidence_class": "Provider-backed", "summary": "Upvest states it holds BaFin licences covering securities and crypto brokerage and custody and can provide custody within B2B operating models.", "caveat": "Whether Upvest or the B2B client performs a specific regulated role depends on the selected operating model and product.", "source": { "label": "Upvest — BaFin custody licences", "url": "https://upvest.co/blog/upvest-receives-bafin-licenses", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Crypto custody", "Securities custody", "Brokerage infrastructure", "Investment API" ], "summary": "Upvest provides regulated B2B investment infrastructure that can include custody of traditional securities and crypto assets.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [ "B2B custody / investment infrastructure" ], "status": "reviewed_scope" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Public material establishes licensing and operating-model controls but this review did not establish a public custody-specific security certification set.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Asset custody can be provided under Upvest’s regulated model; exact segregation and contractual treatment should be verified in the client agreement.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers evaluating digital asset custodians.", "buyer_context": "Retain as Digital Asset Custodians, but do not assume every Upvest integration uses Upvest custody; operating-model selection is decisive.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Qredo", "category": "Status Watch", "slug": "qredo", "region": "Global", "status": "Status Watch — company dissolved", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "qredo-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Do not present the former Qredo company as an active custody provider. Product or protocol successors require separate entity review.", "sources": [ { "label": "UK Companies House — Qredo overview", "url": "https://find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk/company/07834052", "type": "Company register" }, { "label": "UK Companies House — Qredo insolvency", "url": "https://find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk/company/07834052/insolvency", "type": "Company register" } ], "scope": "watch" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Status Watch — company dissolved", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "UK Companies House records Qredo Ltd as dissolved on 16 September 2025 after an administration that began in February 2024.", "caveat": "Do not present the former Qredo company as an active custody provider. Product or protocol successors require separate entity review.", "source": { "label": "UK Companies House — Qredo overview", "url": "https://find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk/company/07834052", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Historical MPC network", "Historical settlement infrastructure" ], "summary": "UK Companies House records Qredo Ltd as dissolved on 16 September 2025 after an administration that began in February 2024.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Do not present the former Qredo company as an active custody provider. Product or protocol successors require separate entity review.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching status watch.", "buyer_context": "UK Companies House records Qredo Ltd as dissolved on 16 September 2025 after an administration that began in February 2024.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false }, "current_scope": "Historical/status-watch research; not active introduction routing", "is_current_custodian": false }, { "name": "Onchain Custodian", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "onchain-custodian", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — current availability unclear", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "onchain-custodian-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Require current company, licence and onboarding evidence before shortlisting or routing an introduction.", "sources": [ { "label": "Onchain Custodian — official domain", "url": "https://onchaincustodian.com/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Evidence reviewed — current availability unclear", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "Onchain Custodian historically marketed institutional digital-asset safekeeping, but this review did not establish a sufficiently current operating and regulatory statement.", "caveat": "Require current company, licence and onboarding evidence before shortlisting or routing an introduction.", "source": { "label": "Onchain Custodian — official domain", "url": "https://onchaincustodian.com/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Historical digital-asset custody", "Historical asset servicing" ], "summary": "Onchain Custodian historically marketed institutional digital-asset safekeeping, but this review did not establish a sufficiently current operating and regulatory statement.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Require current company, licence and onboarding evidence before shortlisting or routing an introduction.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching digital asset custodians.", "buyer_context": "Onchain Custodian historically marketed institutional digital-asset safekeeping, but this review did not establish a sufficiently current operating and regulatory statement.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Metaco", "category": "Wallet Infrastructure", "slug": "metaco", "region": "Global", "status": "Ecosystem — Ripple-owned custody technology", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "metaco-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 3, "caveat": "Classification corrected from Digital Asset Custodians to Wallet Infrastructure / custody technology. Do not confuse the technology platform with the regulated legal custodian.", "sources": [ { "label": "Ripple — Institutional Digital Asset Custody Platform", "url": "https://ripple.com/products/custody/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Ripple — Metaco acquisition / custody technology", "url": "https://ripple.com/ripple-press/leading-enterprise-crypto-company-ripple-acquires-custody-provider-metaco-for-250m/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Ripple — DZ Bank selects Metaco Harmonize", "url": "https://ripple.com/ripple-press/dz-bank-selects-metaco-harmonize-to-underpin-its-institutional-digital-asset-custody-offering/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "ecosystem" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Technology / entity-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Institutional custody orchestration technology", "evidence_class": "Scope verification", "summary": "Metaco is Ripple-owned institutional custody and tokenization technology. Its Harmonize platform is used by banks and custodians to build custody services; the technology vendor should not be treated as the legal custodian by default.", "caveat": "Identify the regulated institution actually safeguarding assets. Metaco/Ripple provides technology that can power custody, while legal custody rests with the deploying institution unless a separate Ripple custody entity is contracted.", "source": { "label": "Ripple — Institutional Digital Asset Custody Platform", "url": "https://ripple.com/products/custody/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody orchestration", "Key management infrastructure", "Tokenization infrastructure", "Policy and governance" ], "summary": "Metaco Harmonize, now within Ripple, provides institutional custody orchestration and tokenization infrastructure used by banks and regulated custodians.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Ripple/Metaco materials emphasize institutional key-management and smart-contract governance capabilities; buyers should request current architecture and assurance documentation for the deployed configuration.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Asset segregation and insolvency treatment are determined by the institution deploying the technology and the legal custody arrangement, not by Metaco technology alone.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers evaluating wallet infrastructure.", "buyer_context": "Metaco Harmonize, now within Ripple, provides institutional custody orchestration and tokenization infrastructure used by banks and regulated custodians.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Digivault", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "digivault", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — current entity requires confirmation", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "digivault-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "The historic brand/entity and current similarly named companies must not be conflated. Verify the FCA record, ownership and operating company before procurement.", "sources": [ { "label": "Digivault — official domain", "url": "https://digivault.com/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Poundtoken — Digivault custody partnership", "url": "https://www.prnewswire.co.uk/news-releases/digivault-becomes-first-custody-partner-of-poundtoken-io-the-first-british-isles-regulated-and-100-backed-gbp-stablecoin-850471612.html", "type": "Partner" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Evidence reviewed — current entity requires confirmation", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "Digivault historically provided FCA-registered institutional custody and public partnership materials document its custody role.", "caveat": "The historic brand/entity and current similarly named companies must not be conflated. Verify the FCA record, ownership and operating company before procurement.", "source": { "label": "Digivault — official domain", "url": "https://digivault.com/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Institutional digital-asset custody", "Cold-storage custody", "Historical regulated service" ], "summary": "Digivault historically provided FCA-registered institutional custody and public partnership materials document its custody role.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "The historic brand/entity and current similarly named companies must not be conflated. Verify the FCA record, ownership and operating company before procurement.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching digital asset custodians.", "buyer_context": "Digivault historically provided FCA-registered institutional custody and public partnership materials document its custody role.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Trustology", "category": "Status Watch", "slug": "trustology", "region": "Global", "status": "Status Watch — acquired and rebranded", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "trustology-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Do not present Trustology as a separate current provider. Evaluate Bitpanda Custody and its current entity/permissions instead.", "sources": [ { "label": "Bitpanda — Trustology becomes Bitpanda Custody", "url": "https://blog.bitpanda.com/en/safe-hands-trustology-joins-our-den-become-bitpanda-custody", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "watch" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Status Watch — acquired and rebranded", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "Bitpanda acquired Trustology in 2022 and rebranded the business as Bitpanda Custody.", "caveat": "Do not present Trustology as a separate current provider. Evaluate Bitpanda Custody and its current entity/permissions instead.", "source": { "label": "Bitpanda — Trustology becomes Bitpanda Custody", "url": "https://blog.bitpanda.com/en/safe-hands-trustology-joins-our-den-become-bitpanda-custody", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Historical institutional custody", "Successor: Bitpanda Custody" ], "summary": "Bitpanda acquired Trustology in 2022 and rebranded the business as Bitpanda Custody.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Do not present Trustology as a separate current provider. Evaluate Bitpanda Custody and its current entity/permissions instead.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching digital asset custodians.", "buyer_context": "Bitpanda acquired Trustology in 2022 and rebranded the business as Bitpanda Custody.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Koine", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "koine", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — operating status unclear", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "koine-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "An in-principle historical approval is not proof of a current licence or active custody service. Require fresh regulator and entity evidence.", "sources": [ { "label": "Koine — official domain", "url": "https://www.koine.com/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Evidence reviewed — operating status unclear", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "Koine historically developed institutional custody and settlement and received an in-principle ADGM approval, but current active licensing and operations were not established.", "caveat": "An in-principle historical approval is not proof of a current licence or active custody service. Require fresh regulator and entity evidence.", "source": { "label": "Koine — official domain", "url": "https://www.koine.com/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Historical custody", "Historical settlement", "Cash management" ], "summary": "Koine historically developed institutional custody and settlement and received an in-principle ADGM approval, but current active licensing and operations were not established.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "An in-principle historical approval is not proof of a current licence or active custody service. Require fresh regulator and entity evidence.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching digital asset custodians.", "buyer_context": "Koine historically developed institutional custody and settlement and received an in-principle ADGM approval, but current active licensing and operations were not established.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Aegis Custody", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "aegis-custody", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — verify entity", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "aegis-custody-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 3, "caveat": "Do not rely on the brand-level “licensed and insured” description alone. Verify current licence numbers, contracting entity, insurance certificate and asset segregation.", "sources": [ { "label": "Aegis Custody", "url": "https://www.aegiscustody.com/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "North America", "regimes": [ "Entity-specific" ], "authorities": [ "Entity-specific" ], "basis": "Licensed-custodian claim requires contracting-entity verification", "evidence_class": "Scope verification", "summary": "Aegis markets itself as a licensed institutional digital-asset custodian. The exact legal entity and licence applicable to a buyer should be confirmed directly before procurement.", "caveat": "Do not rely on the brand-level “licensed and insured” description alone. Verify current licence numbers, contracting entity, insurance certificate and asset segregation.", "source": { "label": "Aegis Custody", "url": "https://www.aegiscustody.com/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Staking" ], "summary": "Institutional custody with digital-asset safekeeping and related services including staking and transaction capabilities.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Aegis describes institutional-grade custody controls, but the public materials reviewed do not provide enough detail to score independent assurance coverage consistently.", "insurance_evidence": "mentioned_in_reviewed_evidence", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Aegis states that its custody offering is insured; policy scope, exclusions and named insured entities are contract-specific and should be obtained directly.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Etana Custody", "category": "Status Watch", "slug": "etana-custody", "region": "Global", "status": "Status watch — current availability not verified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "etana-custody-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "not_reviewed", "last_reviewed": null, "evidence_dimensions": 0, "caveat": null, "sources": [], "scope": "watch" }, "regulation": { "status": "not_reviewed", "region": null, "regimes": [], "authorities": [], "basis": null, "evidence_class": null, "summary": null, "caveat": null, "source": null }, "services": { "documented": [], "summary": "See provider profile.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "Current service availability is not verified. Review the status profile and primary sources before relying on legacy custody descriptions.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false }, "current_scope": "Historical/status-watch research; not active introduction routing", "is_current_custodian": false }, { "name": "First Digital Trust", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "first-digital-trust", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — trust structure", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "first-digital-trust-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Confirm current Hong Kong trust registration details, client-asset structure and assurance reports rather than relying on general trust-company status.", "sources": [ { "label": "First Digital", "url": "https://1stdigital.com/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "First Digital about", "url": "https://1stdigital.com/about-us/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "First Digital custody guide", "url": "https://1stdigital.com/news-and-insights/digital-assets/guide-the-benefits-of-using-a-digital-assets-custodian/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Asia-Pacific", "regimes": [ "Hong Kong trust framework" ], "authorities": [ "Hong Kong trust-company framework" ], "basis": "Public trust corporation providing custody/asset servicing", "evidence_class": "Provider + regulatory framework", "summary": "First Digital states that it is an independent public trust corporation headquartered in Hong Kong and provides custody/asset-servicing solutions.", "caveat": "Confirm current Hong Kong trust registration details, client-asset structure and assurance reports rather than relying on general trust-company status.", "source": { "label": "First Digital", "url": "https://1stdigital.com/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody" ], "summary": "Multi-asset custody and asset servicing for businesses, financial institutions and digital-asset use cases.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "First Digital publishes institutional custody technology commentary, but this review did not establish sufficient current external-assurance artifacts tied to the custody product.", "insurance_evidence": "mentioned_in_reviewed_evidence", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "The business is structured around trust and custody concepts; exact segregation, bankruptcy treatment and insurance should be confirmed from current client documents.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Liminal Custody", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "liminal-custody", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — entity specific", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "liminal-custody-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "Entity selection is critical. A licence or exemption in one jurisdiction does not apply to all Liminal companies; verify the contracting entity and exact permission.", "sources": [ { "label": "Liminal Trust Center", "url": "https://www.liminalcustody.com/trust-center/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Liminal client disclosure", "url": "https://www.liminalcustody.com/client-disclosure/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Middle East", "regimes": [ "ADGM / FSRA", "Other regional entities" ], "authorities": [ "FSRA", "entity-specific" ], "basis": "ADGM-regulated custody entity plus separate regional structures", "evidence_class": "Provider + regulatory framework", "summary": "Liminal publishes entity-specific regulatory disclosures, including an ADGM-regulated custody entity and other regional structures; Singapore disclosures describe an exemption rather than a full custody licence for that entity.", "caveat": "Entity selection is critical. A licence or exemption in one jurisdiction does not apply to all Liminal companies; verify the contracting entity and exact permission.", "source": { "label": "Liminal Trust Center", "url": "https://www.liminalcustody.com/trust-center/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Wallet infrastructure" ], "summary": "Institutional custody and wallet infrastructure across multiple regulated/regional legal entities.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [ "SOC 2", "ISO 27001", "CCSS" ], "summary": "Liminal’s Trust Center lists SOC 2 Type I/II, ISO 27001 and CCSS Level 3-related controls plus security monitoring.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Its client disclosure describes separation of customer tokens, reconciliation and cold-wallet safeguarding for the relevant service.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Kryptodian", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "kryptodian", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "kryptodian-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "not_reviewed", "last_reviewed": null, "evidence_dimensions": 0, "caveat": null, "sources": [], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "not_reviewed", "region": null, "regimes": [], "authorities": [], "basis": null, "evidence_class": null, "summary": null, "caveat": null, "source": null }, "services": { "documented": [], "summary": "See provider profile.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "CYBAVO", "category": "Wallet Infrastructure", "slug": "cybavo", "region": "Global", "status": "Ecosystem — acquired wallet infrastructure", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "cybavo-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "CYBAVO technology can support custody workflows but is not evidence that CYBAVO remains an independent legal custodian.", "sources": [ { "label": "Circle — CYBAVO acquisition", "url": "https://www.circle.com/pressroom/circle-signs-definitive-agreement-to-acquire-crypto-infrastructure-platform-cybavo", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Circle — Programmable Wallets", "url": "https://www.circle.com/es/pressroom/circle-launches-web3-wallet-service-for-developers", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "ecosystem" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Ecosystem — acquired wallet infrastructure", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "Circle acquired CYBAVO and explicitly described the platform as non-custodial infrastructure and developer services.", "caveat": "CYBAVO technology can support custody workflows but is not evidence that CYBAVO remains an independent legal custodian.", "source": { "label": "Circle — CYBAVO acquisition", "url": "https://www.circle.com/pressroom/circle-signs-definitive-agreement-to-acquire-crypto-infrastructure-platform-cybavo", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "MPC wallet infrastructure", "Developer wallet services", "Blockchain operations" ], "summary": "Circle acquired CYBAVO and explicitly described the platform as non-custodial infrastructure and developer services.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "CYBAVO technology can support custody workflows but is not evidence that CYBAVO remains an independent legal custodian.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching digital asset custodians.", "buyer_context": "Circle acquired CYBAVO and explicitly described the platform as non-custodial infrastructure and developer services.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "DigiShares Custody", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "digishares-custody", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "digishares-custody-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "not_reviewed", "last_reviewed": null, "evidence_dimensions": 0, "caveat": null, "sources": [], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "not_reviewed", "region": null, "regimes": [], "authorities": [], "basis": null, "evidence_class": null, "summary": null, "caveat": null, "source": null }, "services": { "documented": [], "summary": "See provider profile.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "BCB Group", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "bcb-group", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — payments, trading and custody operations", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "bcb-group-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Technology deployment does not by itself establish every legal custody permission. Confirm the contracting BCB entity and jurisdiction.", "sources": [ { "label": "BCB Group — custody operations on Metaco", "url": "https://www.bcbgroup.com/bcb-group-consolidates-custody-and-governance-of-its-digital-asset-operations-on-metaco/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "BCB Group — company and regulatory timeline", "url": "https://www.bcbgroup.com/en-fr/about/our-company/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Evidence reviewed — payments, trading and custody operations", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "BCB Group describes payments, trading and custody services and states that its custody operations use Metaco infrastructure.", "caveat": "Technology deployment does not by itself establish every legal custody permission. Confirm the contracting BCB entity and jurisdiction.", "source": { "label": "BCB Group — custody operations on Metaco", "url": "https://www.bcbgroup.com/bcb-group-consolidates-custody-and-governance-of-its-digital-asset-operations-on-metaco/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Digital-asset custody operations", "Business accounts", "Payments", "Institutional trading" ], "summary": "BCB Group describes payments, trading and custody services and states that its custody operations use Metaco infrastructure.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Technology deployment does not by itself establish every legal custody permission. Confirm the contracting BCB entity and jurisdiction.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching digital asset custodians.", "buyer_context": "BCB Group describes payments, trading and custody services and states that its custody operations use Metaco infrastructure.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Protego Trust", "category": "Status Watch", "slug": "protego-trust", "region": "Global", "status": "Status Watch — 2021 OCC conditional approval; current operating status not established", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "protego-trust-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "Moved to Status Watch. Keep the historical SEO profile, remove normal custody-comparison/introduction signals, and require fresh primary evidence before reactivating.", "sources": [ { "label": "OCC — Protego conditional approval announcement", "url": "https://www.occ.gov/news-issuances/news-releases/2021/nr-occ-2021-19.html", "type": "Regulator" }, { "label": "OCC — Conditional Approval #1259", "url": "https://www.occ.gov/topics/charters-and-licensing/interpretations-and-decisions/2021/ca1259.pdf", "type": "Regulator" }, { "label": "OCC — 2025 digital-asset trust charter approvals", "url": "https://www.occ.treas.gov/news-issuances/news-releases/2025/nr-occ-2025-125.html", "type": "Regulator" } ], "scope": "watch" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "North America", "regimes": [ "OCC conditional conversion approval — 2021" ], "authorities": [ "OCC" ], "basis": "Historical conditional national trust bank approval", "evidence_class": "Regulator-backed status review", "summary": "The OCC conditionally approved Protego Trust’s conversion to Protego Trust Bank, N.A. in February 2021 while it was still in an organizational phase and required conditions to be met before operation.", "caveat": "This review did not establish current OCC operating status from contemporary primary evidence. A 2021 conditional approval must not be presented as proof of a current active national trust bank.", "source": { "label": "OCC — Protego conditional approval announcement", "url": "https://www.occ.gov/news-issuances/news-releases/2021/nr-occ-2021-19.html", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Planned cryptocurrency custody", "Planned fiduciary trust services", "Historical charter application" ], "summary": "The 2021 OCC decision contemplated fiduciary and custodial digital-asset activities after successful conversion and satisfaction of pre-conversion conditions.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [ "Historical/conditional trust-bank custody plan" ], "status": "reviewed_scope" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "No current operational custody-security assurance should be inferred from the historical conditional approval.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "The 2021 approval describes intended cryptocurrency custody after conversion; current client-asset protection cannot be asserted without current operating evidence.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers evaluating status watch.", "buyer_context": "Moved to Status Watch. Keep the historical SEO profile, remove normal custody-comparison/introduction signals, and require fresh primary evidence before reactivating.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Paxos", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "paxos", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "paxos-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 3, "caveat": "NYDFS announced a 2025 settlement concerning historical AML/compliance deficiencies; procurement teams should review current remediation and controls.", "sources": [ { "label": "NYDFS virtual currency list", "url": "https://www.dfs.ny.gov/virtual_currency_businesses", "type": "Regulator" }, { "label": "Paxos SOC assurance", "url": "https://www.paxos.com/blog/paxos-is-first-company-to-secure-soc-2-type-2-certification-across-suite-of-crypto-products-and-services", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "NYDFS 2025 Paxos settlement", "url": "https://www.dfs.ny.gov/reports_and_publications/press_releases/pr20250806", "type": "Regulator" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "North America", "regimes": [ "NYDFS trust", "OCC conditional conversion" ], "authorities": [ "NYDFS", "OCC" ], "basis": "State trust charter; federal conversion conditionally approved", "evidence_class": "Regulator-backed", "summary": "Paxos Trust Company is a New York limited purpose trust company supervised by NYDFS.", "caveat": "NYDFS announced a 2025 settlement concerning historical AML/compliance deficiencies; procurement teams should review current remediation and controls.", "source": { "label": "OCC conditional trust-bank conversions (12 Dec 2025)", "url": "https://www.occ.gov/news-issuances/news-releases/2025/nr-occ-2025-125.html", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody" ], "summary": "Regulated custody and blockchain infrastructure for institutional clients.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [ "SOC 1", "SOC 2" ], "summary": "Paxos has published SOC 1 Type II and SOC 2 Type II assurance across custody and related products.", "insurance_evidence": "mentioned_in_reviewed_evidence", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Specific current segregation/insurance terms were not independently verified in this review and should be confirmed for the selected product.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "NYDIG", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "nydig", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "nydig-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "Confirm asset scope and legal entity because NYDIG’s institutional offering is strongly bitcoin-focused.", "sources": [ { "label": "NYDFS virtual currency list", "url": "https://www.dfs.ny.gov/virtual_currency_businesses", "type": "Regulator" }, { "label": "NYDIG financial infrastructure", "url": "https://www.nydig.com/financial-infrastructure", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "North America", "regimes": [ "NYDFS trust" ], "authorities": [ "NYDFS" ], "basis": "Limited-purpose trust company", "evidence_class": "Regulator-backed", "summary": "NYDIG Trust Company LLC is listed by NYDFS as a limited purpose trust company.", "caveat": "Confirm asset scope and legal entity because NYDIG’s institutional offering is strongly bitcoin-focused.", "source": { "label": "NYDFS virtual currency businesses", "url": "https://www.dfs.ny.gov/virtual_currency_businesses", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody" ], "summary": "Institutional bitcoin custody and financial infrastructure.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [ "SOC 1", "SOC 2" ], "summary": "NYDIG publishes SOC 1 Type II and SOC 2 Type II assurance for its custody/control environment.", "insurance_evidence": "mentioned_in_reviewed_evidence", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "NYDIG describes its custody as audited and insured; exact insurance and legal-segregation terms should be confirmed contractually.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Casa", "category": "Wallet Infrastructure", "slug": "casa", "region": "Global", "status": "Ecosystem — non-custodial multisig self-custody", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "casa-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "Classification corrected from Digital Asset Custodians to Wallet Infrastructure.", "sources": [ { "label": "Casa — self-custody platform", "url": "https://casa.io/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Casa — enterprise self-custody", "url": "https://casa.io/enterprise", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Casa — licensing/disclosures", "url": "https://casa.io/learn-more", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "ecosystem" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Non-custodial software/service" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Self-custody security software and institutional multisig support", "evidence_class": "Scope verification", "summary": "Casa explicitly states it provides non-custodial self-custody security software and does not hold, control or transmit customer funds.", "caveat": "Do not classify Casa as a third-party legal custodian; its value proposition is specifically reducing reliance on custodians/counterparties.", "source": { "label": "Casa — self-custody platform", "url": "https://casa.io/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Multisig self-custody", "Business/enterprise vaults", "Key distribution", "Security advisory" ], "summary": "Casa provides multisig vaults and expert support for individuals, businesses and institutional treasuries that retain custody of their own keys/assets.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [ "Multisig self-custody" ], "status": "reviewed_scope" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Casa states it meets SOC 2 requirements and uses distributed multisig/key-location design to remove single points of failure.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Customers retain self-custody; Casa states it does not hold, control or transmit customer funds.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers evaluating wallet infrastructure.", "buyer_context": "Classification corrected from Digital Asset Custodians to Wallet Infrastructure.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Unchained", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "unchained", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "unchained-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "Retain in Digital Asset Custodians, but label the custody model prominently so buyers do not confuse collaborative custody with full delegated custody.", "sources": [ { "label": "Unchained — collaborative custody", "url": "https://www.unchained.com/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Unchained — multisig institutional custody discussion", "url": "https://www.unchained.com/blog/multisig-security-ceiling", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "North America", "regimes": [ "Contract/product-specific custody model" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Bitcoin collaborative custody / multisig", "evidence_class": "Provider-backed", "summary": "Unchained offers collaborative multisig custody for bitcoin in which control is distributed across keys rather than surrendered to a single custodian.", "caveat": "This is not conventional sole-control third-party custody. Buyers must understand key ownership, quorum design and recovery/legal responsibilities.", "source": { "label": "Unchained — collaborative custody", "url": "https://www.unchained.com/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Bitcoin collaborative custody", "Multisig vaults", "Cold storage", "Institutional/business custody support" ], "summary": "Unchained provides bitcoin vaults using collaborative multisig and institutional/business support while allowing clients to retain a key.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [ "Collaborative multisig custody" ], "status": "reviewed_scope" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Security relies on geographically/operationally distributed multisig keys and cold-storage practices rather than a single custodian key store.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "The collaborative model is designed to reduce single-party control and counterparty risk; exact key quorum and third-party roles depend on the product.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers evaluating digital asset custodians.", "buyer_context": "Retain in Digital Asset Custodians, but label the custody model prominently so buyers do not confuse collaborative custody with full delegated custody.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Xapo Bank", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "xapo-bank", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "xapo-bank-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "Banking and VASP activities can sit in different legal entities; confirm which entity holds the asset.", "sources": [ { "label": "Xapo custody", "url": "https://www.xapobank.com/en/banking/custody", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Xapo MPC custody vault", "url": "https://www.xapobank.com/en/blog/how-xapo-secures-bitcoin-mpc-custody-vault", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Xapo regulatory overview", "url": "https://www.xapobank.com/en/blog/bitcoin-banking-beginners-guide", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Europe", "regimes": [ "Gibraltar bank / DLT" ], "authorities": [ "GFSC", "entity-specific" ], "basis": "Credit-institution and DLT framework disclosed", "evidence_class": "Provider + regulatory framework", "summary": "Xapo Bank states it is regulated as a Gibraltar credit institution and its VASP operates under Gibraltar’s DLT framework.", "caveat": "Banking and VASP activities can sit in different legal entities; confirm which entity holds the asset.", "source": { "label": "Xapo custody", "url": "https://www.xapobank.com/en/banking/custody", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody" ], "summary": "Bitcoin banking and institutional-grade custody with vault/MPC architecture.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [ "MPC" ], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [ "SOC 2" ], "summary": "Xapo publishes MPC custody architecture and SOC 2 Type II assurance for its bitcoin custody environment.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Xapo states client bitcoin is held 1:1, segregated and not lent or rehypothecated without consent.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Bitcoin Suisse", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "bitcoin-suisse", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "bitcoin-suisse-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 3, "caveat": "Confirm the applicable legal entity, regulator and insolvency treatment for the client jurisdiction.", "sources": [ { "label": "Bitcoin Suisse custody", "url": "https://bitcoinsuisse.com/eu/simple-secure-audited-crypto-custody", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Bitcoin Suisse fund custody", "url": "https://bitcoinsuisse.com/eu/funds/custody", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Europe", "regimes": [ "Switzerland / entity-specific" ], "authorities": [ "Entity-specific" ], "basis": "Swiss custody framework; exact permission depends on contracting entity", "evidence_class": "Scope verification", "summary": "This review verifies the custody/control framework but does not independently certify every regulatory permission of Bitcoin Suisse entities.", "caveat": "Confirm the applicable legal entity, regulator and insolvency treatment for the client jurisdiction.", "source": { "label": "Bitcoin Suisse custody", "url": "https://bitcoinsuisse.com/eu/simple-secure-audited-crypto-custody", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Staking" ], "summary": "Institutional crypto custody and related brokerage/staking services.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Bitcoin Suisse publishes ISAE 3402 Type II assurance by PwC and independent penetration testing.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Bitcoin Suisse describes segregated crypto custody for clients.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Swissquote Custody", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "swissquote-custody", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "swissquote-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 3, "caveat": "Confirm the legal entity and custody model for the buyer’s country; Swissquote group entities do not all have identical permissions.", "sources": [ { "label": "Swissquote crypto products", "url": "https://www.swissquote.com/en-ch/private/help/trade/products/crypto-asset-products", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Swissquote crypto wallet", "url": "https://www.swissquote.com/en-ch/private/trade/products/cryptocurrencies/wallet", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Europe", "regimes": [ "FINMA bank" ], "authorities": [ "FINMA" ], "basis": "Crypto custody within regulated Swiss bank framework", "evidence_class": "Bank/CSD framework", "summary": "Swissquote operates regulated banking/financial entities; group disclosures identify regulated entities providing custodian services that include crypto assets.", "caveat": "Confirm the legal entity and custody model for the buyer’s country; Swissquote group entities do not all have identical permissions.", "source": { "label": "FINMA authorised banks and securities firms", "url": "https://www.finma.ch/en/~/media/finma/dokumente/bewilligungstraeger/pdf/beh.pdf", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Wallet infrastructure", "Trading" ], "summary": "Crypto trading and custody/wallet services within the Swissquote banking and investment platform.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [ "Multisig" ], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Swissquote describes multi-signature controls, offline cryptographic material and access-control architecture for crypto safeguarding.", "insurance_evidence": "mentioned_in_reviewed_evidence", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Custody is integrated into regulated Swissquote account structures; exact entity, segregation and compensation/insurance treatment depend on the client jurisdiction.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "AMINA Bank", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "amina-bank", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "amina-bank-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "Confirm whether the mandate uses bank custody or the separate off-exchange collateral structure.", "sources": [ { "label": "AMINA custody", "url": "https://aminagroup.com/corporates/custody/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "AMINA custody explainer", "url": "https://aminagroup.com/learn/how-does-crypto-custody-work/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "AMINA off-exchange custody", "url": "https://aminagroup.com/corporates/off-exchange-custody/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Europe", "regimes": [ "FINMA bank" ], "authorities": [ "FINMA" ], "basis": "Swiss bank and securities-dealer framework", "evidence_class": "Regulator-backed", "summary": "AMINA describes itself as a FINMA-regulated Swiss bank and securities dealer providing crypto custody.", "caveat": "Confirm whether the mandate uses bank custody or the separate off-exchange collateral structure.", "source": { "label": "FINMA authorised banks and securities firms", "url": "https://www.finma.ch/en/~/media/finma/dokumente/bewilligungstraeger/pdf/beh.pdf", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Staking", "Trading" ], "summary": "Bank custody, staking, trading and off-exchange custody/collateral services.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [ "HSM", "Multisig" ], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "AMINA publishes HSM and multi-signature custody controls.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "AMINA states client assets are fully segregated under Swiss law; its off-exchange collateral model describes bankruptcy-remote, off-balance-sheet treatment for eligible collateral.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Private banks, family offices, institutional investors, corporates.", "buyer_context": "Formerly known as SEBA Bank. Julius Baer holds a 15% stake. Partnerships include Taurus (since 2019) and operations in Austria and Hong Kong.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Sygnum", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "sygnum", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "sygnum-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 3, "caveat": "Verify contracting entity, jurisdiction and the custody model selected.", "sources": [ { "label": "Sygnum assurance report", "url": "https://www.sygnum.com/news/sygnum-receives-isae-3402-type-2-assurance-report/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Europe", "regimes": [ "FINMA bank" ], "authorities": [ "FINMA" ], "basis": "Swiss bank and securities-dealer framework", "evidence_class": "Regulator-backed", "summary": "This review focuses on Sygnum’s bank custody platform; the exact licence/perimeter for each jurisdiction should be checked against the contracting entity.", "caveat": "Verify contracting entity, jurisdiction and the custody model selected.", "source": { "label": "FINMA authorised banks and securities firms", "url": "https://www.finma.ch/en/~/media/finma/dokumente/bewilligungstraeger/pdf/beh.pdf", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody" ], "summary": "Bank-grade multi-custody and digital-asset banking services.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Sygnum has published ISAE 3402 Type II assurance for its multi-custody platform and ISAE 3000 assurance for key ceremonies.", "insurance_evidence": "mentioned_in_reviewed_evidence", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Specific current segregation/insurance terms were not independently verified in this review.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Banks (20+ partner banks including PostFinance), asset managers, external asset managers, family offices, and institutional investors in Switzerland, Singapore, and the Middle East.", "buyer_context": "Sygnum's B2B banking platform provides 20+ partner banks access to regulated digital asset services. Collaboration with BNY launched in December 2025. Backed by prominent founders and advisors including former UBS and SNB executives.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Matrixport", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "matrixport", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — custody via Cactus Custody", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "matrixport-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "The provider profile is named Matrixport, but the custody service/legal perimeter is Cactus Custody. Procurement should contract and verify the actual custody entity, not infer custody status from the broader Matrixport group.", "sources": [ { "label": "Cactus Custody", "url": "https://www.mycactus.com/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Cactus Trust Center", "url": "https://www.mycactus.com/trust-center", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Cactus custody models", "url": "https://manual.mycactus.com/introduction/cactus-full-custody-vs-cactus-mpc", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Asia-Pacific", "regimes": [ "Hong Kong TCSP / entity-specific" ], "authorities": [ "Hong Kong", "entity-specific" ], "basis": "Cactus Custody service perimeter; current legal entity and permissions must be confirmed", "evidence_class": "Scope verification", "summary": "Matrixport’s institutional custody is provided through Cactus Custody. Cactus describes itself as a qualified custodian operating under regulatory/AML requirements and has historically disclosed Hong Kong trust-company/TCSP credentials.", "caveat": "The provider profile is named Matrixport, but the custody service/legal perimeter is Cactus Custody. Procurement should contract and verify the actual custody entity, not infer custody status from the broader Matrixport group.", "source": { "label": "Cactus Custody", "url": "https://www.mycactus.com/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Settlement" ], "summary": "Institutional full custody and MPC models, DeFi access and off-exchange/OTC settlement services through the Cactus Custody business.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [ "MPC", "HSM", "Multisig" ], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Cactus publishes a Trust Center describing ISO certifications, advanced HSM controls, global multi-signature architecture and audit/security controls.", "insurance_evidence": "mentioned_in_reviewed_evidence", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Cactus describes segregated accounts, layered hot/cold architecture and insurance coverage; policy terms and legal entity should be confirmed directly.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "HashKey", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "hashkey", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — entity specific", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "hashkey-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 3, "caveat": "Do not transfer exchange-level licences or ISO claims automatically to every HashKey entity. Verify the custody company, licence and assurance scope.", "sources": [ { "label": "HashKey licence announcement", "url": "https://group.hashkey.com/hashkey-group-receives-full-licences-to-operate-virtual-asset-trading-platform-from-the-hong-kong-sfc/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "HashKey Group", "url": "https://group.hashkey.com/en/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Asia-Pacific", "regimes": [ "Hong Kong TCSP", "SFC VATP — separate entity" ], "authorities": [ "Companies Registry", "SFC" ], "basis": "Custody entity appears in TCSP register; SFC VATP licence belongs to separate HashKey group entity", "evidence_class": "Regulator-backed", "summary": "HashKey Group states that client assets for its Hong Kong platform are segregated and held by HashKey Custody Services Limited, a licensed trust/company service provider.", "caveat": "Do not transfer exchange-level licences or ISO claims automatically to every HashKey entity. Verify the custody company, licence and assurance scope.", "source": { "label": "Hong Kong TCSP register — HashKey Custody Services", "url": "https://www.tcsp.cr.gov.hk/tcspls/search/public-search?k=TC006486", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Trading" ], "summary": "Institutional custody integrated with regulated trading and broader digital-asset services.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "HashKey publishes institutional security and certification claims at group/platform level; buyers should verify which certifications cover the custody legal entity.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "HashKey states client assets are segregated from platform assets and held through the custody entity for the relevant Hong Kong service.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Bakkt", "category": "Status Watch", "slug": "bakkt", "region": "Global", "status": "Status Watch — legacy custody business divested in 2025", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "bakkt-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "Moved to Status Watch because primary filings state Bakkt divested its custody business in 2025. Historical SEO page retained to preserve URL equity and clarify the change.", "sources": [ { "label": "Bakkt — 2026 Form 8-K / custody divestiture", "url": "https://investors.bakkt.com/static-files/9fa1e8a9-6283-42c1-9649-34ece5562e13", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Bakkt — current Markets", "url": "https://bakkt.com/markets/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "watch" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "North America", "regimes": [ "Historical regulated custody business; current company scope changed" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Custody business divested; current product scope requires fresh verification", "evidence_class": "Status-change evidence", "summary": "Bakkt historically operated institutional custody, but its 2026 SEC/investor filings state that it exited the custody business in 2025 as part of a strategic transformation.", "caveat": "Do not present Bakkt as a current custody provider based on older Bakkt Warehouse materials. Current Bakkt focuses on trading, payments and infrastructure.", "source": { "label": "Bakkt — 2026 Form 8-K / custody divestiture", "url": "https://investors.bakkt.com/static-files/9fa1e8a9-6283-42c1-9649-34ece5562e13", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Institutional trading", "Payments", "Settlement infrastructure", "Historical custody" ], "summary": "Current Bakkt materials emphasize institutional digital-asset trading and cross-border payments/settlement rather than an owned custody business.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [ "Historical custody / current market infrastructure" ], "status": "reviewed_scope" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Legacy custody controls are historical and should not be attributed to current Bakkt services after the divestiture.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Historical custody arrangements must not be treated as current Bakkt asset protection. Identify the current custodian in any Bakkt-enabled workflow.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers evaluating status watch.", "buyer_context": "Moved to Status Watch because primary filings state Bakkt divested its custody business in 2025. Historical SEO page retained to preserve URL equity and clarify the change.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "BlockFi Custody", "category": "Status Watch", "slug": "blockfi-custody", "region": "Global", "status": "Status Watch — bankruptcy wind-down", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "blockfi-custody-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Historical profile only. Do not infer an active custody offering from pre-bankruptcy materials.", "sources": [ { "label": "BlockFi restructuring administration", "url": "https://restructuring.ra.kroll.com/blockfi/", "type": "Court administrator" } ], "scope": "watch" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Status Watch — bankruptcy wind-down", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "BlockFi's restructuring materials document the Chapter 11 case and wind-down rather than an active institutional custody service.", "caveat": "Historical profile only. Do not infer an active custody offering from pre-bankruptcy materials.", "source": { "label": "BlockFi restructuring administration", "url": "https://restructuring.ra.kroll.com/blockfi/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Historical crypto account services", "Bankruptcy claims and distributions" ], "summary": "BlockFi's restructuring materials document the Chapter 11 case and wind-down rather than an active institutional custody service.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Historical profile only. Do not infer an active custody offering from pre-bankruptcy materials.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching status watch.", "buyer_context": "BlockFi's restructuring materials document the Chapter 11 case and wind-down rather than an active institutional custody service.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false }, "current_scope": "Historical/status-watch research; not active introduction routing", "is_current_custodian": false }, { "name": "Kingdom Trust", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "kingdom-trust", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — successor custodian", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "kingdom-trust-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Keep the legacy page for research, but evaluate Digital Trust for current custody and do not route to Kingdom Trust as a standalone provider.", "sources": [ { "label": "Kingdom Trust — custody transition date", "url": "https://faq.kingdomtrust.com/when-is-this-happening", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Choice — Kingdom Trust and Digital Trust relationship", "url": "https://support.choiceapp.io/en/articles/5643365-what-is-choice-kingdom-trust-digital-trust-and-how-are-they-related", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Evidence reviewed — successor custodian", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "Kingdom Trust stopped acting as custodian in January 2024 and accounts moved to Digital Trust as successor custodian.", "caveat": "Keep the legacy page for research, but evaluate Digital Trust for current custody and do not route to Kingdom Trust as a standalone provider.", "source": { "label": "Kingdom Trust — custody transition date", "url": "https://faq.kingdomtrust.com/when-is-this-happening", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Historical alternative-asset custody", "Successor: Digital Trust" ], "summary": "Kingdom Trust stopped acting as custodian in January 2024 and accounts moved to Digital Trust as successor custodian.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Keep the legacy page for research, but evaluate Digital Trust for current custody and do not route to Kingdom Trust as a standalone provider.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching digital asset custodians.", "buyer_context": "Kingdom Trust stopped acting as custodian in January 2024 and accounts moved to Digital Trust as successor custodian.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Prime Trust", "category": "Status Watch", "slug": "prime-trust", "region": "Global", "status": "Status Watch — receivership and bankruptcy", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "prime-trust-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Historical profile only. Do not treat Prime Trust as an active custody candidate or route introductions.", "sources": [ { "label": "Nevada FID — receivership petition", "url": "https://www.business.nv.gov/news-media/press-releases/2023/financial-institutions/nevada-financial-institutions-division-files-court-petition-to-place-prime-trust-llc-in-receivership/", "type": "Regulator" }, { "label": "Nevada FID — cease-and-desist statement", "url": "https://www.business.nv.gov/news-media/press-releases/2023/financial-institutions/nevada-financial-institutions-division-statement-regarding-prime-trust-llc/", "type": "Regulator" } ], "scope": "watch" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Status Watch — receivership and bankruptcy", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "Nevada's Financial Institutions Division stated that Prime Trust failed to safeguard assets, could not meet all withdrawals and was placed into court-supervised receivership.", "caveat": "Historical profile only. Do not treat Prime Trust as an active custody candidate or route introductions.", "source": { "label": "Nevada FID — receivership petition", "url": "https://www.business.nv.gov/news-media/press-releases/2023/financial-institutions/nevada-financial-institutions-division-files-court-petition-to-place-prime-trust-llc-in-receivership/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Historical trust and custody services", "Receivership record" ], "summary": "Nevada's Financial Institutions Division stated that Prime Trust failed to safeguard assets, could not meet all withdrawals and was placed into court-supervised receivership.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Historical profile only. Do not treat Prime Trust as an active custody candidate or route introductions.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching status watch.", "buyer_context": "Nevada's Financial Institutions Division stated that Prime Trust failed to safeguard assets, could not meet all withdrawals and was placed into court-supervised receivership.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false }, "current_scope": "Historical/status-watch research; not active introduction routing", "is_current_custodian": false }, { "name": "Curv", "category": "Wallet Infrastructure", "slug": "curv", "region": "Global", "status": "Ecosystem — acquired wallet-security technology", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "curv-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Do not shortlist the legacy Curv brand as an independent custodian. Identify the current PayPal product and legal custody arrangement.", "sources": [ { "label": "PayPal — acquisition of Curv", "url": "https://newsroom.paypal-corp.com/2021-03-08-PayPal-to-Acquire-Curv", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "ecosystem" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Ecosystem — acquired wallet-security technology", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "PayPal acquired Curv in 2021 as digital-asset security and wallet technology; Curv is not presented as a standalone current legal custodian.", "caveat": "Do not shortlist the legacy Curv brand as an independent custodian. Identify the current PayPal product and legal custody arrangement.", "source": { "label": "PayPal — acquisition of Curv", "url": "https://newsroom.paypal-corp.com/2021-03-08-PayPal-to-Acquire-Curv", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Historical MPC wallet technology", "Digital-asset security infrastructure" ], "summary": "PayPal acquired Curv in 2021 as digital-asset security and wallet technology; Curv is not presented as a standalone current legal custodian.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Do not shortlist the legacy Curv brand as an independent custodian. Identify the current PayPal product and legal custody arrangement.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching digital asset custodians.", "buyer_context": "PayPal acquired Curv in 2021 as digital-asset security and wallet technology; Curv is not presented as a standalone current legal custodian.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "DACC", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "dacc", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "dacc-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "not_reviewed", "last_reviewed": null, "evidence_dimensions": 0, "caveat": null, "sources": [], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "not_reviewed", "region": null, "regimes": [], "authorities": [], "basis": null, "evidence_class": null, "summary": null, "caveat": null, "source": null }, "services": { "documented": [], "summary": "See provider profile.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Vo1t", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "vo1t", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "vo1t-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "not_reviewed", "last_reviewed": null, "evidence_dimensions": 0, "caveat": null, "sources": [], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "not_reviewed", "region": null, "regimes": [], "authorities": [], "basis": null, "evidence_class": null, "summary": null, "caveat": null, "source": null }, "services": { "documented": [], "summary": "See provider profile.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Knox Custody", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "knox-custody", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "knox-custody-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "not_reviewed", "last_reviewed": null, "evidence_dimensions": 0, "caveat": null, "sources": [], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "not_reviewed", "region": null, "regimes": [], "authorities": [], "basis": null, "evidence_class": null, "summary": null, "caveat": null, "source": null }, "services": { "documented": [], "summary": "See provider profile.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Orbitos", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "orbitos", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "orbitos-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "not_reviewed", "last_reviewed": null, "evidence_dimensions": 0, "caveat": null, "sources": [], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "not_reviewed", "region": null, "regimes": [], "authorities": [], "basis": null, "evidence_class": null, "summary": null, "caveat": null, "source": null }, "services": { "documented": [], "summary": "See provider profile.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Zerocap", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "zerocap", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "zerocap-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "not_reviewed", "last_reviewed": null, "evidence_dimensions": 0, "caveat": null, "sources": [], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "not_reviewed", "region": null, "regimes": [], "authorities": [], "basis": null, "evidence_class": null, "summary": null, "caveat": null, "source": null }, "services": { "documented": [], "summary": "See provider profile.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Komainu Connect", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "komainu-connect", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "komainu-connect-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "not_reviewed", "last_reviewed": null, "evidence_dimensions": 0, "caveat": null, "sources": [], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "not_reviewed", "region": null, "regimes": [], "authorities": [], "basis": null, "evidence_class": null, "summary": null, "caveat": null, "source": null }, "services": { "documented": [], "summary": "See provider profile.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Balance", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "balance", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "balance-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "not_reviewed", "last_reviewed": null, "evidence_dimensions": 0, "caveat": null, "sources": [], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "not_reviewed", "region": null, "regimes": [], "authorities": [], "basis": null, "evidence_class": null, "summary": null, "caveat": null, "source": null }, "services": { "documented": [], "summary": "See provider profile.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Brane", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "brane", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "brane-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "not_reviewed", "last_reviewed": null, "evidence_dimensions": 0, "caveat": null, "sources": [], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "not_reviewed", "region": null, "regimes": [], "authorities": [], "basis": null, "evidence_class": null, "summary": null, "caveat": null, "source": null }, "services": { "documented": [], "summary": "See provider profile.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Tetra Trust", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "tetra-trust", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "tetra-trust-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "Confirm the precise account structure, asset eligibility, insurance and current regulatory permissions for the mandate before onboarding.", "sources": [ { "label": "Tetra Trust", "url": "https://tetratrust.com/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Tetra custody controls", "url": "https://tetratrust.com/securing-the-future-the-elements-of-trusted-digital-asset-custody/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Tetra / Wealthsimple custody", "url": "https://tetratrust.com/tetra-trust-chosen-by-wealthsimple-to-custody-digital-assets/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "North America", "regimes": [ "Canada trust company" ], "authorities": [ "Canadian provincial trust framework" ], "basis": "Regulated Canadian trust company", "evidence_class": "Provider + regulatory framework", "summary": "Tetra Trust states it is a regulated Canadian trust company providing institutional digital-asset custody.", "caveat": "Confirm the precise account structure, asset eligibility, insurance and current regulatory permissions for the mandate before onboarding.", "source": { "label": "Tetra Trust", "url": "https://tetratrust.com/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody" ], "summary": "Institutional custody for Canadian and institutional market participants, including integrations with regulated financial platforms.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [ "SOC 2" ], "summary": "Tetra states it has completed multiple SOC 2 Type II examinations without qualifications and publishes security-focused custody controls.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Tetra states client assets can be held in segregated custody accounts and cold storage; it also publishes proof-of-reserves information.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Purpose Unlimited", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "purpose-unlimited", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "purpose-unlimited-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "not_reviewed", "last_reviewed": null, "evidence_dimensions": 0, "caveat": null, "sources": [], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "not_reviewed", "region": null, "regimes": [], "authorities": [], "basis": null, "evidence_class": null, "summary": null, "caveat": null, "source": null }, "services": { "documented": [], "summary": "See provider profile.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Aquanow", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "aquanow", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — jurisdiction specific", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "aquanow-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 3, "caveat": "Custody is legal-entity and jurisdiction specific. For example, Aquanow disclosures for Türkiye state that the local entity does not provide custody. Confirm the contracting entity before comparison.", "sources": [ { "label": "Aquanow", "url": "https://www.aquanow.com/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Aquanow banks & brokerages", "url": "https://www.aquanow.com/solutions/banks-and-brokerages", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Aquanow UAE risk disclosure", "url": "https://www.aquanow.com/ae/legal/risk-disclosure", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Aquanow Türkiye risk disclosure", "url": "https://www.aquanow.com/tr/legal/risk-disclosure", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Multi-region", "regimes": [ "UAE / entity-specific" ], "authorities": [ "Entity-specific" ], "basis": "Permissions vary by group entity; incidental custody disclosed for certain clients", "evidence_class": "Entity-specific", "summary": "Aquanow operates regulated entities in several jurisdictions. Its UAE disclosures allow direct incidental custody for broker-dealer clients, while other legal entities may not provide custody.", "caveat": "Custody is legal-entity and jurisdiction specific. For example, Aquanow disclosures for Türkiye state that the local entity does not provide custody. Confirm the contracting entity before comparison.", "source": { "label": "Aquanow", "url": "https://www.aquanow.com/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody" ], "summary": "Digital-asset infrastructure for banks and brokerages, including custody support where legally permitted.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [ "SOC 2", "ISO 27001" ], "summary": "Aquanow states that its control framework includes ISO 27001:2022 and SOC 2-related assurance.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "UAE disclosures describe direct incidental custody and use of an external custodian such as Zodia in some arrangements; treatment varies by product and entity.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Ledn", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "ledn", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — lending platform with custodial collateral", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "ledn-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Ledn is primarily a lending/wealth platform. Confirm the actual custodian, rehypothecation terms, funding structure and jurisdiction for each product.", "sources": [ { "label": "Ledn — current platform and custody statements", "url": "https://www.ledn.io/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Ledn — custodied loans", "url": "https://help.ledn.io/hc/en-us/articles/28283140591255-What-Are-Custodied-Loans", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Evidence reviewed — lending platform with custodial collateral", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "Ledn offers holding, trading and bitcoin-backed lending; its current materials describe collateral held in segregated or bankruptcy-remote custody.", "caveat": "Ledn is primarily a lending/wealth platform. Confirm the actual custodian, rehypothecation terms, funding structure and jurisdiction for each product.", "source": { "label": "Ledn — current platform and custody statements", "url": "https://www.ledn.io/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Bitcoin-backed lending", "Asset holding", "Trading", "Custodied collateral" ], "summary": "Ledn offers holding, trading and bitcoin-backed lending; its current materials describe collateral held in segregated or bankruptcy-remote custody.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Ledn is primarily a lending/wealth platform. Confirm the actual custodian, rehypothecation terms, funding structure and jurisdiction for each product.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching digital asset custodians.", "buyer_context": "Ledn offers holding, trading and bitcoin-backed lending; its current materials describe collateral held in segregated or bankruptcy-remote custody.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Nexo Institutional", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "nexo-institutional", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — prime platform using custody partners", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "nexo-institutional-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Nexo branding is not sufficient to identify the legal custodian. Confirm partner, entity, jurisdiction and product terms.", "sources": [ { "label": "Nexo Prime — institutional services", "url": "https://nexo.com/en-au/prime", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Nexo EEA — custody entity disclosure", "url": "https://nexo.com/eea", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Evidence reviewed — prime platform using custody partners", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "Nexo Prime markets institutional custody while naming Fireblocks and Ledger Vault in its custody framework; EEA custody can be provided by Tangany and DLT Finance.", "caveat": "Nexo branding is not sufficient to identify the legal custodian. Confirm partner, entity, jurisdiction and product terms.", "source": { "label": "Nexo Prime — institutional services", "url": "https://nexo.com/en-au/prime", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Prime brokerage", "Custody-partner access", "OTC trading", "Lending" ], "summary": "Nexo Prime markets institutional custody while naming Fireblocks and Ledger Vault in its custody framework; EEA custody can be provided by Tangany and DLT Finance.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Nexo branding is not sufficient to identify the legal custodian. Confirm partner, entity, jurisdiction and product terms.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching digital asset custodians.", "buyer_context": "Nexo Prime markets institutional custody while naming Fireblocks and Ledger Vault in its custody framework; EEA custody can be provided by Tangany and DLT Finance.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "CoinShares", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "coinshares", "region": "Global", "status": "Ecosystem — asset manager using external custodians", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "coinshares-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Do not classify CoinShares itself as the legal custodian merely because its products hold digital assets.", "sources": [ { "label": "CoinShares — ETP custody model", "url": "https://coinshares.com/insights/knowledge/what-are-coinshares-physical-etp/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "CoinShares — Bitcoin ETF custodians", "url": "https://coinshares.com/us/etf/brrr/product-guide/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "ecosystem" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Ecosystem — asset manager using external custodians", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "CoinShares is a digital-asset manager and product issuer; its ETP assets are held with external custodians such as Komainu, Coinbase Custody and BitGo.", "caveat": "Do not classify CoinShares itself as the legal custodian merely because its products hold digital assets.", "source": { "label": "CoinShares — ETP custody model", "url": "https://coinshares.com/insights/knowledge/what-are-coinshares-physical-etp/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Digital-asset management", "ETPs and ETFs", "Institutional strategies" ], "summary": "CoinShares is a digital-asset manager and product issuer; its ETP assets are held with external custodians such as Komainu, Coinbase Custody and BitGo.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Do not classify CoinShares itself as the legal custodian merely because its products hold digital assets.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching digital asset custodians.", "buyer_context": "CoinShares is a digital-asset manager and product issuer; its ETP assets are held with external custodians such as Komainu, Coinbase Custody and BitGo.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Zerohash", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "zerohash", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "zerohash-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "Differentiate Zero Hash LLC, Zero Hash Trust and non-U.S. group entities when assessing licences and safeguarding.", "sources": [ { "label": "Zero Hash custody docs", "url": "https://docs.zerohash.com/docs/zerohash-custody", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Zero Hash security", "url": "https://zerohash.com/security", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Zero Hash Trust Center", "url": "https://trust.zerohash.com/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "North America", "regimes": [ "US state trust", "NY BitLicense / other registrations" ], "authorities": [ "North Carolina", "NYDFS", "other" ], "basis": "North Carolina non-depository trust plus other entity-specific permissions", "evidence_class": "Provider + regulatory framework", "summary": "Zero Hash documentation states that Zero Hash Trust is a North Carolina-chartered non-depository trust company; the group also holds U.S. money-transmission/BitLicense permissions and other registrations.", "caveat": "Differentiate Zero Hash LLC, Zero Hash Trust and non-U.S. group entities when assessing licences and safeguarding.", "source": { "label": "Zero Hash custody docs", "url": "https://docs.zerohash.com/docs/zerohash-custody", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Stablecoin services" ], "summary": "Qualified/regulated custody infrastructure for crypto, stablecoins and tokenized assets, plus issuer and embedded infrastructure services.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [ "SOC 1", "SOC 2", "ISO 27001" ], "summary": "Zero Hash publishes SOC 1 Type II, SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001:2022 and Regulation SCI-related assurance/control coverage.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Custody documentation states client assets are held in segregated accounts and not commingled with company funds; wallet- or ledger-level segregation options are described.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "B2C2", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "b2c2", "region": "Global", "status": "Ecosystem — institutional liquidity provider; custody via partners", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "b2c2-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "Do not shortlist B2C2 as a legal custodian solely from the directory bucket. Treat it as ecosystem/liquidity infrastructure unless a separate custody licence and service are evidenced.", "sources": [ { "label": "B2C2 — company role/institutional liquidity", "url": "https://www.b2c2.com/newspost/b2c2-underpins-the-first-ever-crypto-product-launch-for-sbi-securities-japans-largest-online-trading-platform", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "B2C2 — Anchorage custody integration", "url": "https://www.b2c2.com/newspost/anchorage-digital-and-b2c2-expand-institutional-crypto-settlement-through-atlas", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Trading/liquidity regulation — entity-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Institutional liquidity and execution, not legal custody", "evidence_class": "Scope verification", "summary": "B2C2 describes itself as an institutional digital-asset liquidity provider. In a 2026 settlement integration it states B2C2 will custody assets with Anchorage Digital Bank, confirming a separate custody provider.", "caveat": "Directory category is retained for URL/taxonomy stability, but evidence does not support treating B2C2 itself as the legal asset custodian.", "source": { "label": "B2C2 — company role/institutional liquidity", "url": "https://www.b2c2.com/newspost/b2c2-underpins-the-first-ever-crypto-product-launch-for-sbi-securities-japans-largest-online-trading-platform", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Institutional liquidity", "OTC execution", "Credit/payment services", "Custodian-integrated settlement" ], "summary": "B2C2 provides digital-asset liquidity and execution to institutions and integrates with regulated custodians for settlement workflows.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [ "Liquidity / execution infrastructure" ], "status": "reviewed_scope" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Custody-specific security controls belong to the connected custodian, not B2C2’s liquidity role.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "In the cited Anchorage integration, assets are custodied with Anchorage Digital Bank while B2C2 supplies institutional liquidity and settlement connectivity.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers evaluating digital asset custodians.", "buyer_context": "Do not shortlist B2C2 as a legal custodian solely from the directory bucket. Treat it as ecosystem/liquidity infrastructure unless a separate custody licence and service are evidenced.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "FalconX", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "falconx", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "falconx-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "Treat FalconX as an institutional custody access provider, but verify who is the legal custodian and which agreement governs the assets for each mandate.", "sources": [ { "label": "FalconX — custody", "url": "https://www.falconx.io/services/custody", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "FalconX — qualified custody via Fireblocks Trust", "url": "https://www.falconx.io/newsroom/falconx-expands-u-s-institutional-offering-with-qualified-custody-via-fireblocks-trust", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "FalconX — licences", "url": "https://www.falconx.io/licenses", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity- and jurisdiction-specific crypto/CASP frameworks" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Institutional prime custody and qualified-custody integrations", "evidence_class": "Provider-backed", "summary": "FalconX markets integrated institutional custody and staking. In the U.S., its 2026 qualified-custody workflow places assets with NYDFS-regulated Fireblocks Trust while FalconX supplies the integrated prime-brokerage interface.", "caveat": "Do not assume that the same FalconX entity is the legal custodian in every jurisdiction; U.S. qualified custody is explicitly provided by Fireblocks Trust.", "source": { "label": "FalconX — custody", "url": "https://www.falconx.io/services/custody", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Institutional custody", "Staking from custody", "Off-exchange settlement", "Prime brokerage integration" ], "summary": "FalconX combines custody workflows with liquidity, financing and off-exchange settlement; custody architecture and legal provider vary by jurisdiction.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [ "Prime custody / partner qualified custody" ], "status": "reviewed_scope" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "FalconX documents MPC, configurable policies and insurance for its custody offering; its U.S. qualified-custody integration uses segregated, bankruptcy-remote wallets at Fireblocks Trust.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Asset segregation and bankruptcy-remoteness are explicitly described for the Fireblocks Trust qualified-custody workflow; other FalconX custody arrangements require entity-specific confirmation.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers evaluating digital asset custodians.", "buyer_context": "Treat FalconX as an institutional custody access provider, but verify who is the legal custodian and which agreement governs the assets for each mandate.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Galaxy Digital", "category": "Wallet Infrastructure", "slug": "galaxy-digital", "region": "Global", "status": "Ecosystem — custody infrastructure technology", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "galaxy-digital-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 3, "caveat": "Classification corrected from Digital Asset Custodians to Wallet Infrastructure. Galaxy is reviewed here as an infrastructure provider; legal custody status must be established separately.", "sources": [ { "label": "Galaxy — Custody Infrastructure", "url": "https://www.galaxy.com/infrastructure/custody", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Galaxy — Impenetrable Vault", "url": "https://www.galaxy.com/infrastructure/custody/impenetrable-vault", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Galaxy — BNY digital asset infrastructure collaboration", "url": "https://investor.galaxy.com/news-releases/news-release-details/galaxy-and-bny-collaborate-advance-digital-asset-infrastructure", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "ecosystem" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Technology / entity-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Institutional custody infrastructure rather than legal third-party custody entity", "evidence_class": "Scope verification", "summary": "Galaxy markets flexible custody infrastructure that institutions can deploy on-premises, in their cloud, through Galaxy infrastructure or in hybrid architectures while retaining control over policies and governance.", "caveat": "Do not infer that Galaxy Digital is the legal asset custodian from the custody-infrastructure product. Confirm the operating and contracting entity and who legally controls/safeguards assets.", "source": { "label": "Galaxy — Custody Infrastructure", "url": "https://www.galaxy.com/infrastructure/custody", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody infrastructure", "Offline vault infrastructure", "MPC key management", "Tokenization infrastructure" ], "summary": "Galaxy Custody Infrastructure provides institutional custody technology with flexible deployment models, including always-offline vaults and MPC-based architectures.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Galaxy documents an always-offline Impenetrable Vault architecture with no inbound network communication and also offers MPC-based flexibility. Its site states up to $1 billion insurance per client for each Impenetrable Vault, subject to terms.", "insurance_evidence": "mentioned_in_reviewed_evidence", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "The infrastructure model is designed for institutional control; legal asset protection depends on the institution and deployment model. Insurance availability must be confirmed against current policy terms and exclusions.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers evaluating wallet infrastructure.", "buyer_context": "Galaxy Custody Infrastructure provides institutional custody technology with flexible deployment models, including always-offline vaults and MPC-based architectures.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "GSR", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "gsr", "region": "Global", "status": "Ecosystem — liquidity and trading firm", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "gsr-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Custody references in GSR research are educational. Do not treat GSR as a custodian without entity-specific primary evidence.", "sources": [ { "label": "GSR — company", "url": "https://www.gsr.io/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "GSR — digital-asset reference pack", "url": "https://www.gsr.io/insights/digital-asset-reference-pack", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "ecosystem" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Ecosystem — liquidity and trading firm", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "GSR's public materials establish market making, trading and liquidity activity, not a standalone legal custody service.", "caveat": "Custody references in GSR research are educational. Do not treat GSR as a custodian without entity-specific primary evidence.", "source": { "label": "GSR — company", "url": "https://www.gsr.io/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Market making", "Institutional liquidity", "OTC trading", "Digital-asset research" ], "summary": "GSR's public materials establish market making, trading and liquidity activity, not a standalone legal custody service.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Custody references in GSR research are educational. Do not treat GSR as a custodian without entity-specific primary evidence.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching digital asset custodians.", "buyer_context": "GSR's public materials establish market making, trading and liquidity activity, not a standalone legal custody service.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "QCP Capital", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "qcp-capital", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "qcp-capital-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "not_reviewed", "last_reviewed": null, "evidence_dimensions": 0, "caveat": null, "sources": [], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "not_reviewed", "region": null, "regimes": [], "authorities": [], "basis": null, "evidence_class": null, "summary": null, "caveat": null, "source": null }, "services": { "documented": [], "summary": "See provider profile.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Wintermute", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "wintermute", "region": "Global", "status": "Ecosystem — proprietary trading and liquidity", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "wintermute-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Remove Wintermute from legal-custodian shortlists. It remains relevant as liquidity and market infrastructure.", "sources": [ { "label": "Wintermute — entity and no-custody disclosure", "url": "https://www.wintermute.com/brand", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Wintermute — institutional liquidity role", "url": "https://www.wintermute.com/insights/news/announcements/wyden-integrates-with-wintermute-to-offer-deep-crypto-liquidity-for-institutional-clients", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "ecosystem" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Ecosystem — proprietary trading and liquidity", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "Wintermute explicitly states that its entities trade their own assets and do not manage, custody or hold assets for investors or customers.", "caveat": "Remove Wintermute from legal-custodian shortlists. It remains relevant as liquidity and market infrastructure.", "source": { "label": "Wintermute — entity and no-custody disclosure", "url": "https://www.wintermute.com/brand", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Proprietary trading", "Liquidity provision", "OTC markets" ], "summary": "Wintermute explicitly states that its entities trade their own assets and do not manage, custody or hold assets for investors or customers.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Remove Wintermute from legal-custodian shortlists. It remains relevant as liquidity and market infrastructure.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching digital asset custodians.", "buyer_context": "Wintermute explicitly states that its entities trade their own assets and do not manage, custody or hold assets for investors or customers.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Komainu MEA", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "komainu-mea", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "komainu-mea-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "not_reviewed", "last_reviewed": null, "evidence_dimensions": 0, "caveat": null, "sources": [], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "not_reviewed", "region": null, "regimes": [], "authorities": [], "basis": null, "evidence_class": null, "summary": null, "caveat": null, "source": null }, "services": { "documented": [], "summary": "See provider profile.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Luno Institutional", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "luno-institutional", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "luno-institutional-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "not_reviewed", "last_reviewed": null, "evidence_dimensions": 0, "caveat": null, "sources": [], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "not_reviewed", "region": null, "regimes": [], "authorities": [], "basis": null, "evidence_class": null, "summary": null, "caveat": null, "source": null }, "services": { "documented": [], "summary": "See provider profile.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "BitOasis Custody", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "bitoasis-custody", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — platform custody", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "bitoasis-custody-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Verify whether custody is directly provided or outsourced for the specific legal entity, and obtain the current regulator permission and wallet/segregation terms.", "sources": [ { "label": "BitOasis terms", "url": "https://bitoasis.net/en/page/terms-of-service", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "BitOasis", "url": "https://bitoasis.net/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Middle East", "regimes": [ "UAE / entity-specific" ], "authorities": [ "UAE virtual-asset authorities" ], "basis": "Regulatory status depends on client entity and jurisdiction", "evidence_class": "Entity-specific", "summary": "BitOasis operates regulated virtual-asset platform entities in the Middle East; the exact custody permission depends on the client entity and jurisdiction.", "caveat": "Verify whether custody is directly provided or outsourced for the specific legal entity, and obtain the current regulator permission and wallet/segregation terms.", "source": { "label": "BitOasis terms", "url": "https://bitoasis.net/en/page/terms-of-service", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Trading" ], "summary": "Customer and platform custody integrated with digital-asset brokerage/trading services.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "The reviewed public terms refer to institutional-grade custody solutions but do not establish enough standalone independent-assurance evidence for the custody entity.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "BitOasis terms state that client virtual assets are held in segregated wallets using institutional-grade custody solutions.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Rain Institutional", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "rain-institutional", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — regional platform", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "rain-institutional-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Treat Rain as a regional regulated platform rather than a globally uniform qualified-custodian product. Review the precise terms for asset location and safeguarding.", "sources": [ { "label": "Rain about", "url": "https://www.rain.com/about-us", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Rain ADGM permission", "url": "https://www.rain.com/learn/rain-granted-financial-services-permission-by-abu-dhabi-global-markets", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Middle East", "regimes": [ "ADGM / FSRA" ], "authorities": [ "FSRA" ], "basis": "ADGM financial-services permission for eligible virtual-asset services", "evidence_class": "Provider + regulatory framework", "summary": "Rain’s official materials describe regulated brokerage/custody operations in the UAE, including ADGM permissions for eligible services.", "caveat": "Treat Rain as a regional regulated platform rather than a globally uniform qualified-custodian product. Review the precise terms for asset location and safeguarding.", "source": { "label": "Rain about", "url": "https://www.rain.com/about-us", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody" ], "summary": "Regional institutional/consumer digital-asset brokerage with custody/safekeeping functionality in permitted jurisdictions.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Public material reviewed here does not provide enough current product-level independent assurance evidence for a separate security dimension.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Rain terms describe how client assets may be held and can involve locations outside ADGM; legal treatment is therefore entity- and product-specific.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "CoinMENA", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "coinmena", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "coinmena-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "not_reviewed", "last_reviewed": null, "evidence_dimensions": 0, "caveat": null, "sources": [], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "not_reviewed", "region": null, "regimes": [], "authorities": [], "basis": null, "evidence_class": null, "summary": null, "caveat": null, "source": null }, "services": { "documented": [], "summary": "See provider profile.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Dlocal Custody", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "dlocal-custody", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "dlocal-custody-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "not_reviewed", "last_reviewed": null, "evidence_dimensions": 0, "caveat": null, "sources": [], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "not_reviewed", "region": null, "regimes": [], "authorities": [], "basis": null, "evidence_class": null, "summary": null, "caveat": null, "source": null }, "services": { "documented": [], "summary": "See provider profile.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Mercury Digital Assets", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "mercury-digital-assets", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "mercury-digital-assets-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "not_reviewed", "last_reviewed": null, "evidence_dimensions": 0, "caveat": null, "sources": [], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "not_reviewed", "region": null, "regimes": [], "authorities": [], "basis": null, "evidence_class": null, "summary": null, "caveat": null, "source": null }, "services": { "documented": [], "summary": "See provider profile.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Orbital", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "orbital", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "orbital-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "not_reviewed", "last_reviewed": null, "evidence_dimensions": 0, "caveat": null, "sources": [], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "not_reviewed", "region": null, "regimes": [], "authorities": [], "basis": null, "evidence_class": null, "summary": null, "caveat": null, "source": null }, "services": { "documented": [], "summary": "See provider profile.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Fuze", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "fuze", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "fuze-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "not_reviewed", "last_reviewed": null, "evidence_dimensions": 0, "caveat": null, "sources": [], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "not_reviewed", "region": null, "regimes": [], "authorities": [], "basis": null, "evidence_class": null, "summary": null, "caveat": null, "source": null }, "services": { "documented": [], "summary": "See provider profile.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "M2", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "m2", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — UAE scope", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "m2-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Availability is jurisdiction-restricted. Confirm UAE residency/eligibility requirements and the contracting M2 entity.", "sources": [ { "label": "M2", "url": "https://www.m2.com/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "M2 regulatory / restricted locations", "url": "https://www.m2.com/adgm/restricted-locations", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Middle East", "regimes": [ "ADGM / FSRA" ], "authorities": [ "FSRA" ], "basis": "ADGM custody entity disclosed as regulated/authorized for relevant service perimeter", "evidence_class": "Provider + regulatory framework", "summary": "M2 disclosures identify M2 Custody Limited as regulated/authorized by the FSRA in ADGM for the relevant UAE service perimeter.", "caveat": "Availability is jurisdiction-restricted. Confirm UAE residency/eligibility requirements and the contracting M2 entity.", "source": { "label": "M2", "url": "https://www.m2.com/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Trading" ], "summary": "Institutional digital-asset custody and related trading/investment services within permitted markets.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "M2 describes institutional security controls but this review did not establish enough public external-assurance material for a full security evidence dimension.", "insurance_evidence": "mentioned_in_reviewed_evidence", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Custody is offered through the regulated ADGM structure; exact segregation, insurance and insolvency protections should be confirmed in client documentation.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Laser Digital", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "laser-digital", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — US custody not yet final", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "laser-digital-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 1, "caveat": "Do not market Laser Digital National Trust Bank as fully operational or finally chartered until OCC conditions are satisfied and final authorization is confirmed.", "sources": [ { "label": "Laser Digital conditional approval", "url": "https://www.laserdigital.com/newsroom/laser-digital-receives-occ-conditional-approval-to-establish-laser-digital-national-trust-bank", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Laser Digital", "url": "https://www.laserdigital.com/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "North America", "regimes": [ "OCC conditional charter" ], "authorities": [ "OCC" ], "basis": "Proposed national trust bank has conditional approval; not final authorization", "evidence_class": "Conditional", "summary": "Laser Digital announced OCC conditional approval in 2026 to establish Laser Digital National Trust Bank. Conditional approval is not the same as final authorization to operate the proposed U.S. trust bank.", "caveat": "Do not market Laser Digital National Trust Bank as fully operational or finally chartered until OCC conditions are satisfied and final authorization is confirmed.", "source": { "label": "OCC Corporate Applications Search — Laser Digital NTB", "url": "https://apps.occ.gov/CAS/home/details?FilingID=344710&FilingSubtypeID=1093&FilingTypeID=2", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Financing" ], "summary": "Laser Digital currently operates institutional digital-finance businesses; the proposed U.S. trust bank is intended to add custody and related fiduciary services after final authorization.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "No sufficiently specific public custody-control assurance evidence was established for the proposed U.S. custody bank in this review.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "The proposed U.S. trust bank is intended to provide federally supervised fiduciary trust services, but final operating safeguards depend on completion of OCC conditions and product launch.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Nomura Digital", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "nomura-digital", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — group access via specialist affiliates", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "nomura-digital-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Identify the operating entity, normally a specialist affiliate or venture, and do not transfer its licences to Nomura Holdings generally.", "sources": [ { "label": "Laser Digital — institutional digital assets", "url": "https://www.laser.digital/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Komainu — institutional custody", "url": "https://komainu.com/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Evidence reviewed — group access via specialist affiliates", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "Nomura's digital-asset ecosystem includes specialist businesses such as Laser Digital and the Komainu custody venture; the group brand is not itself the custody contract.", "caveat": "Identify the operating entity, normally a specialist affiliate or venture, and do not transfer its licences to Nomura Holdings generally.", "source": { "label": "Laser Digital — institutional digital assets", "url": "https://www.laser.digital/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Digital-asset investment and trading", "Custody venture exposure", "Institutional digital-asset services" ], "summary": "Nomura's digital-asset ecosystem includes specialist businesses such as Laser Digital and the Komainu custody venture; the group brand is not itself the custody contract.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Identify the operating entity, normally a specialist affiliate or venture, and do not transfer its licences to Nomura Holdings generally.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching digital asset custodians.", "buyer_context": "Nomura's digital-asset ecosystem includes specialist businesses such as Laser Digital and the Komainu custody venture; the group brand is not itself the custody contract.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "SBI Digital Asset Holdings", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "sbi-digital-asset-holdings", "region": "Global", "status": "Ecosystem — digital-asset group/holding company with custody JVs", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "sbi-digital-asset-holdings-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 3, "caveat": "Directory category is retained for continuity, but the evidence review changes scope to ecosystem and prevents treating SBI DAH itself as a custody candidate.", "sources": [ { "label": "SBI Group — AsiaNext/SBI DAH ecosystem and SBI Zodia Custody", "url": "https://www.sbigroup.co.jp/english/news/pdf/2023/0911_a_en.pdf", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "SBI Group — SBI DAH businesses", "url": "https://www.sbigroup.co.jp/english/news/pdf/2023/1115_a_en.pdf", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Asia-Pacific", "regimes": [ "Group/entity-specific digital asset regulation" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Digital-asset holding company overseeing multiple regulated businesses", "evidence_class": "Scope verification", "summary": "SBI Digital Asset Holdings oversees and invests in an ecosystem that includes trading, market infrastructure, security and custody ventures such as SBI Zodia Custody; the holding company itself is not established here as the legal custodian.", "caveat": "Do not transfer licences or custody status from SBI Zodia Custody, SBI VC Trade or other affiliates to SBI Digital Asset Holdings itself.", "source": { "label": "SBI Group — AsiaNext/SBI DAH ecosystem and SBI Zodia Custody", "url": "https://www.sbigroup.co.jp/english/news/pdf/2023/0911_a_en.pdf", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Digital asset ecosystem", "Strategic investments", "Custody joint ventures", "Market infrastructure" ], "summary": "SBI DAH coordinates digital-asset businesses and investments, including custody-related joint ventures and regulated market infrastructure.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [ "Digital asset ecosystem / holding company" ], "status": "reviewed_scope" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Security/custody controls are implemented by operating subsidiaries and joint ventures rather than demonstrated at the holding-company level.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Asset protection must be evaluated at the specific SBI operating entity or JV that contracts with the client.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers evaluating digital asset custodians.", "buyer_context": "Directory category is retained for continuity, but the evidence review changes scope to ecosystem and prevents treating SBI DAH itself as a custody candidate.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "SBI VC Trade", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "sbi-vc-trade", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — exchange custody", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "sbi-vc-trade-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 3, "caveat": "Classify this as exchange custody rather than a neutral third-party institutional custodian. Institutional procurement requirements may differ materially.", "sources": [ { "label": "SBI VC Trade security guidance", "url": "https://www.sbivc.co.jp/columns/content/ilv476sub", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "SBI VC Trade staking / account-held assets", "url": "https://www.sbivc.co.jp/services/staking", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Asia-Pacific", "regimes": [ "Japan crypto exchange" ], "authorities": [ "Japan FSA framework" ], "basis": "Regulated crypto-asset exchange custody/safeguarding framework", "evidence_class": "Provider + regulatory framework", "summary": "SBI VC Trade operates as a Japanese regulated crypto-asset exchange service provider; customer asset safeguarding is subject to the Japanese exchange regulatory framework.", "caveat": "Classify this as exchange custody rather than a neutral third-party institutional custodian. Institutional procurement requirements may differ materially.", "source": { "label": "SBI VC Trade security guidance", "url": "https://www.sbivc.co.jp/columns/content/ilv476sub", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Staking" ], "summary": "Exchange/brokerage custody for customers, transfers and staking for supported assets.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [ "Cold storage" ], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Official materials describe customer crypto held in operator-controlled wallets, principally cold storage, with hot-wallet limits and operational security controls.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "SBI VC Trade documentation describes segregation of customer crypto assets from proprietary holdings and corresponding safeguards for hot-wallet balances.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Korea Digital Asset Trust", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "korea-digital-asset-trust", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "korea-digital-asset-trust-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "not_reviewed", "last_reviewed": null, "evidence_dimensions": 0, "caveat": null, "sources": [], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "not_reviewed", "region": null, "regimes": [], "authorities": [], "basis": null, "evidence_class": null, "summary": null, "caveat": null, "source": null }, "services": { "documented": [], "summary": "See provider profile.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "KODA", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "koda", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "koda-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "Confirm the current Korean regulatory registration/licence status, insurance certificate and eligible asset list directly in procurement.", "sources": [ { "label": "KODA", "url": "https://www.kodax.com/en", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "KODA work guidelines", "url": "https://www.kodax.com/en/work-guidelines", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Asia-Pacific", "regimes": [ "South Korea / entity-specific" ], "authorities": [ "Korean virtual-asset framework" ], "basis": "Institutional custody under Korean regulated/certified environment; exact registration scope should be checked", "evidence_class": "Provider + regulatory framework", "summary": "KODA presents itself as a regulated/certified institutional digital-asset custodian in South Korea.", "caveat": "Confirm the current Korean regulatory registration/licence status, insurance certificate and eligible asset list directly in procurement.", "source": { "label": "KODA", "url": "https://www.kodax.com/en", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody" ], "summary": "Institutional digital-asset custody for Korean financial and corporate clients, with related operational services.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "KODA publishes ISMS/SOC-oriented controls and detailed custody security practices including cold-wallet operational controls.", "insurance_evidence": "mentioned_in_reviewed_evidence", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "KODA discloses institutional insurance coverage and controlled cold-wallet processes; exact policy wording and beneficiary treatment should still be requested.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "BDACS", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "bdacs", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "bdacs-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 3, "caveat": "Verify current Korean regulatory status, licence/registration identifiers, insurance and customer-asset legal treatment before onboarding.", "sources": [ { "label": "BDACS custody", "url": "https://www.bdacs.co.kr/en/services/custody", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "BDACS", "url": "https://www.bdacs.co.kr/en", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Asia-Pacific", "regimes": [ "South Korea / entity-specific" ], "authorities": [ "Korean virtual-asset framework" ], "basis": "Institutional custody within South Korea virtual-asset regulatory environment", "evidence_class": "Provider + regulatory framework", "summary": "BDACS describes itself as an institutional digital-asset custodian operating within South Korea’s regulated virtual-asset environment.", "caveat": "Verify current Korean regulatory status, licence/registration identifiers, insurance and customer-asset legal treatment before onboarding.", "source": { "label": "BDACS custody", "url": "https://www.bdacs.co.kr/en/services/custody", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Staking" ], "summary": "Institutional custody across hundreds of assets with related staking and digital-asset operational services.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [ "MPC" ], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "BDACS describes institutional MPC/cold-storage controls and finance-grade security architecture; buyers should request current external assurance artifacts.", "insurance_evidence": "mentioned_in_reviewed_evidence", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Public materials emphasize institutional safeguarding, but this review did not establish a universal public insurance/insolvency structure.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "KDAC", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "kdac", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "kdac-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "not_reviewed", "last_reviewed": null, "evidence_dimensions": 0, "caveat": null, "sources": [], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "not_reviewed", "region": null, "regimes": [], "authorities": [], "basis": null, "evidence_class": null, "summary": null, "caveat": null, "source": null }, "services": { "documented": [], "summary": "See provider profile.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Delio", "category": "Digital Asset Custodians", "slug": "delio", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "delio-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "not_reviewed", "last_reviewed": null, "evidence_dimensions": 0, "caveat": null, "sources": [], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "not_reviewed", "region": null, "regimes": [], "authorities": [], "basis": null, "evidence_class": null, "summary": null, "caveat": null, "source": null }, "services": { "documented": [], "summary": "See provider profile.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "BNY Mellon Digital Assets", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "bny-mellon-digital-assets", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "bny-digital-asset-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 3, "caveat": "Confirm supported asset set, jurisdiction and operational model because availability can differ from BNY’s traditional custody footprint.", "sources": [ { "label": "BNY digital assets platform", "url": "https://www.bny.com/corporate/global/en/solutions/platforms/digital-assets.html", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "BNY custody launch", "url": "https://www.bny.com/corporate/global/en/about-us/newsroom/press-release/bny-mellon-launches-new-digital-asset-custody-platform-130305.html", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "BNY digital assets custody", "url": "https://www.bny.com/corporate/global/en/solutions/platforms/digital-assets/digital-assets-custody.html", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "North America", "regimes": [ "Bank custodian framework" ], "authorities": [ "US banking regulators" ], "basis": "Digital-asset custody within regulated global custodian bank", "evidence_class": "Bank/CSD framework", "summary": "BNY is a regulated global custodian bank; its digital-asset custody platform has operated in the U.S. since 2022.", "caveat": "Confirm supported asset set, jurisdiction and operational model because availability can differ from BNY’s traditional custody footprint.", "source": { "label": "BNY digital assets platform", "url": "https://www.bny.com/corporate/global/en/solutions/platforms/digital-assets.html", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody" ], "summary": "Institutional digital-asset custody integrated with traditional asset-servicing infrastructure.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Specific digital-asset SOC/ISO evidence was not independently verified in this review.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "BNY states its digital-asset custody platform supports asset segregation and institutional compliance controls.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "State Street Digital Assets", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "state-street-digital-assets", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — rollout scope", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "state-street-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Distinguish platform launch and rollout capabilities from currently available custody products in each jurisdiction and asset class.", "sources": [ { "label": "State Street Digital Asset Solutions", "url": "https://www.statestreet.com/ca/en/solutions/digital-assets", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "State Street Digital Asset Platform launch", "url": "https://investors.statestreet.com/investor-news-events/press-releases/news-details/2026/State-Street-Launches-Digital-Asset-Platform-to-Power-Tokenized-Finance/default.aspx", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "North America", "regimes": [ "Bank custodian framework" ], "authorities": [ "US banking regulators" ], "basis": "Digital-asset services within regulated global custodian bank framework", "evidence_class": "Bank/CSD framework", "summary": "State Street is a regulated global custodian bank; the reviewed digital-asset materials describe capabilities delivered within its institutional asset-servicing framework.", "caveat": "Distinguish platform launch and rollout capabilities from currently available custody products in each jurisdiction and asset class.", "source": { "label": "State Street Digital Asset Solutions", "url": "https://www.statestreet.com/ca/en/solutions/digital-assets", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Wallet infrastructure", "Financing" ], "summary": "The Digital Asset Platform launched in January 2026 with wallet management, custodial and cash capabilities for tokenized finance across supported networks.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "State Street says its Digital Asset Platform is underpinned by enhanced security, operational and on-chain compliance controls; public product-specific assurance details remain limited.", "insurance_evidence": "mentioned_in_reviewed_evidence", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Public materials reviewed do not provide enough product-level detail to generalize segregation or insurance for every digital-asset use case.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Northern Trust Digital Assets", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "northern-trust-digital-assets", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — tokenized assets", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "northern-trust-digital-assets-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Current evidence is strongest for tokenized financial assets. Do not infer broad spot-crypto custody availability without mandate-specific confirmation.", "sources": [ { "label": "Northern Trust tokenized asset custody", "url": "https://www.northerntrust.com/united-states/pr/2026/northern-trust-builds-tokenized-asset-custody-capabilities-on-the-canton-network", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Northern Trust digital assets", "url": "https://www.northerntrust.com/united-states/insights-research/asset-servicing/digital-assets-financial-markets", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "North America", "regimes": [ "Bank custodian framework" ], "authorities": [ "US banking regulators" ], "basis": "Digital-asset work within regulated global custody/asset-servicing framework", "evidence_class": "Bank/CSD framework", "summary": "Northern Trust is an established regulated global custodian and asset servicer; the reviewed digital-asset work sits within that institutional framework.", "caveat": "Current evidence is strongest for tokenized financial assets. Do not infer broad spot-crypto custody availability without mandate-specific confirmation.", "source": { "label": "Northern Trust tokenized asset custody", "url": "https://www.northerntrust.com/united-states/pr/2026/northern-trust-builds-tokenized-asset-custody-capabilities-on-the-canton-network", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody" ], "summary": "Northern Trust is building and deploying custody and asset-servicing capabilities for tokenized financial assets, including Canton Network integration announced in 2026.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Public materials emphasize institutional controls and integration with core asset-servicing infrastructure but do not expose detailed digital-asset assurance reports in the reviewed sources.", "insurance_evidence": "mentioned_in_reviewed_evidence", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "The reviewed sources focus on institutional tokenized-asset workflows rather than publishing a universal crypto-asset segregation or insurance model.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "CACEIS", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "caceis", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "caceis-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "CACEIS reported a staged country rollout; verify current availability in the target jurisdiction.", "sources": [ { "label": "CACEIS 2026 digital-assets update", "url": "https://www.caceis.com/news/building-a-trusted-bridge-between-traditional-finance-and-digital-assets", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "CACEIS PSAN information", "url": "https://www.caceis.com/es/regulatory-environment/regulatory-watch/psan", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "CACEIS digital-assets business line", "url": "https://www.caceis.com/es/notas-de-prensa/innovation-a-new-business-line-focusing-exclusively-on-digital-assets", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Europe", "regimes": [ "MiCA Article 60" ], "authorities": [ "ACPR", "AMF" ], "basis": "Credit institution authorized/notified to provide crypto-asset services", "evidence_class": "Regulator-backed", "summary": "CACEIS received French PSAN status for digital-asset custody and reported institutional custody live in France and Luxembourg in 2026.", "caveat": "CACEIS reported a staged country rollout; verify current availability in the target jurisdiction.", "source": { "label": "AMF MiCA whitelist — CACEIS Bank", "url": "https://www.amf-france.org/en/warnings/white-lists/daspcasp/caceis-bank", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody" ], "summary": "Institutional digital-asset custody embedded in a traditional asset-servicing/custodian-bank platform.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "CACEIS uses institutional custody infrastructure including Taurus technology; specific public service-level SOC/ISO evidence was not independently verified here.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Detailed digital-asset segregation/insolvency terms were not independently verified in this review.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "SIX Digital Exchange", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "six-digital-exchange", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "six-digital-exchange-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 3, "caveat": "Confirm which SDX entity/service covers the target asset and client jurisdiction.", "sources": [ { "label": "SDX homepage", "url": "https://www.sdx.com/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "SDX Web3 institutional services", "url": "https://web3.sdx.com/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Europe", "regimes": [ "FINMA CSD" ], "authorities": [ "FINMA" ], "basis": "FINMA-regulated central securities depository with crypto custody approval", "evidence_class": "Regulator-backed", "summary": "SIX Digital Exchange states it is a FINMA-regulated CSD and received FINMA approval in 2026 to provide crypto custody.", "caveat": "Confirm which SDX entity/service covers the target asset and client jurisdiction.", "source": { "label": "FINMA crypto-services / supervision context", "url": "https://www.finma.ch/en/documentation/dossier/dossier-fintech/auf-einen-blick-aufstellung-der-krypto-dienstleistungen/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Settlement", "Trading" ], "summary": "Integrated regulated trading, settlement and custody infrastructure for digital securities and crypto assets.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Specific public SOC/ISO evidence for the crypto-custody service was not independently verified in this review.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "As a regulated CSD, SDX provides institutional custody infrastructure; detailed asset-specific insolvency treatment should be confirmed for the mandate.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "DBS Digital Exchange", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "dbs-digital-exchange", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "dbs-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 3, "caveat": "Confirm eligibility, jurisdiction and whether custody is provided by DBS Bank or another group entity.", "sources": [ { "label": "DBS digital custody", "url": "https://www.dbs.com.sg/global-financial-markets/others/digital-custody", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "DBS Digital Exchange", "url": "https://www.dbs.com.sg/global-financial-markets/others/dbs-digital-exchange", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Asia-Pacific", "regimes": [ "Singapore bank / exchange" ], "authorities": [ "MAS", "entity-specific" ], "basis": "Custody within DBS regulated bank/digital-exchange ecosystem", "evidence_class": "Bank/CSD framework", "summary": "DBS provides institutional digital custody within its regulated banking/digital-exchange ecosystem; exact service permissions vary by client/entity.", "caveat": "Confirm eligibility, jurisdiction and whether custody is provided by DBS Bank or another group entity.", "source": { "label": "DBS digital custody", "url": "https://www.dbs.com.sg/global-financial-markets/others/digital-custody", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Trading", "Tokenization" ], "summary": "Digital custody integrated with DBS Digital Exchange trading and tokenization services for eligible institutional clients.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Specific public SOC/ISO evidence for the digital-custody service was not independently verified in this review.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "DBS describes institutional-grade custody; detailed segregation/insolvency treatment should be confirmed contractually.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Standard Chartered", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "standard-chartered", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "standard-chartered-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 3, "caveat": "Confirm which Standard Chartered legal entity contracts the mandate, the asset list, MiCA passporting status and the applicable safeguarding terms.", "sources": [ { "label": "Standard Chartered digital assets", "url": "https://www.sc.com/en/corporate-investment-banking/digital-assets/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Luxembourg custody licence", "url": "https://www.sc.com/lu/2025/08/22/standard-chartered-granted-licence-in-luxembourg-to-offer-digital-asset-custody-services/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "2026 MiCA authorization", "url": "https://www.sc.com/uk/2026/06/29/standard-chartered-granted-mica-and-emi-licence-advancing-its-digital-asset-strategy-in-europe/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Europe", "regimes": [ "MiCA / CASP", "UAE custody" ], "authorities": [ "Luxembourg authority", "UAE entity" ], "basis": "European MiCA authorization plus separate UAE custody footprint", "evidence_class": "Provider + regulatory framework", "summary": "Standard Chartered announced a Luxembourg digital-asset custody entity and in June 2026 reported MiCA authorization supporting European custody operations; it also operates custody in the UAE.", "caveat": "Confirm which Standard Chartered legal entity contracts the mandate, the asset list, MiCA passporting status and the applicable safeguarding terms.", "source": { "label": "Standard Chartered digital assets", "url": "https://www.sc.com/en/corporate-investment-banking/digital-assets/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Settlement" ], "summary": "Institutional digital-asset custody in the UAE and Europe, with expanding settlement and institutional digital-asset services.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "The bank describes institutional security and regulated-entity controls, but detailed custody-specific public SOC/ISO evidence was not established in this review.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Custody is provided through regulated bank/custody structures; exact client-asset segregation and contractual protections should be confirmed for the selected entity.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "BBVA Digital Assets", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "bbva-digital-assets", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "bbva-digital-assets-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Asset coverage is currently narrower than many crypto-native custodians; institutional availability should be confirmed separately from retail rollout.", "sources": [ { "label": "BBVA Spain custody announcement", "url": "https://www.bbva.com/en/innovation/bbva-will-offer-bitcoin-and-ether-trading-and-custody-services-in-spain/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "BBVA service launch", "url": "https://www.bbva.com/en/es/innovation/bbva-launches-its-bitcoin-and-ether-trading-and-custody-service-for-all-retail-customers-in-spain/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Europe", "regimes": [ "MiCA / bank notification" ], "authorities": [ "Spanish authority", "MiCA" ], "basis": "Bank crypto trading/custody under MiCA framework", "evidence_class": "Provider + regulatory framework", "summary": "BBVA publicly announced Spanish regulatory clearance/notification under MiCA for bitcoin and ether trading/custody services.", "caveat": "Asset coverage is currently narrower than many crypto-native custodians; institutional availability should be confirmed separately from retail rollout.", "source": { "label": "BBVA Spain custody announcement", "url": "https://www.bbva.com/en/innovation/bbva-will-offer-bitcoin-and-ether-trading-and-custody-services-in-spain/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Trading" ], "summary": "Integrated bitcoin and ether trading/custody service within BBVA Spain.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "BBVA states it uses its own cryptographic-key custody platform; specific public SOC/ISO evidence for the service was not independently verified in this review.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Detailed digital-asset segregation/insolvency terms were not independently verified in this review.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Commerzbank", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "commerzbank", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "commerzbank-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 3, "caveat": "Confirm eligible client segment, asset scope and operational availability for each jurisdiction.", "sources": [ { "label": "Commerzbank crypto custody", "url": "https://www.commerzbank.com/investment-riskmanagement/products/investment-management/crypto-custody/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Commerzbank MiCAR self-classification", "url": "https://www.commerzbank.de/group/who-we-are/compliance/regulatory-self-classification.html", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Europe", "regimes": [ "MiCA Article 60" ], "authorities": [ "German authority", "MiCA" ], "basis": "Credit institution authorized/notified for crypto custody and transfer services", "evidence_class": "Provider + regulatory framework", "summary": "Commerzbank states it is authorized under Article 60 MiCAR for custody/administration and transfer services for crypto-assets.", "caveat": "Confirm eligible client segment, asset scope and operational availability for each jurisdiction.", "source": { "label": "Commerzbank crypto custody", "url": "https://www.commerzbank.com/investment-riskmanagement/products/investment-management/crypto-custody/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody" ], "summary": "Bank crypto custody for corporate/institutional clients with bitcoin and ether support.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Commerzbank states the service runs on its own crypto-custody infrastructure; specific public SOC/ISO evidence for the service was not independently verified in this review.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Commerzbank states digital assets are fully segregated by client.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "J.P. Morgan Digital Assets", "category": "Tokenization Infrastructure", "slug": "j-p-morgan-digital-assets", "region": "Global", "status": "Ecosystem — bank-led tokenization and settlement infrastructure", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "j-p-morgan-digital-assets-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Classification corrected from Custody Banks to Tokenization Infrastructure. Kinexys Digital Assets is a bank-led digital-asset platform, not evidence by itself of a standalone third-party custody product.", "sources": [ { "label": "J.P. Morgan — Kinexys Digital Assets", "url": "https://www.jpmorgan.com/kinexys/digital-assets", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "J.P. Morgan — About Kinexys", "url": "https://www.jpmorgan.com/kinexys/about", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "J.P. Morgan — Tokenized Collateral Network", "url": "https://www.jpmorgan.com/kinexys/digital-assets/tokenized-collateral-network", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "ecosystem" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Bank-led digital asset infrastructure" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Tokenization, settlement and collateral infrastructure", "evidence_class": "Scope verification", "summary": "Kinexys Digital Assets is presented by J.P. Morgan as a multi-asset tokenization, settlement and collateral platform. The reviewed product pages do not present Kinexys Digital Assets itself as a standalone third-party digital-asset custodian.", "caveat": "Do not infer a standalone custody service from J.P. Morgan bank status or from Kinexys tokenization activity; verify the separate Securities Services custody chain for any mandate.", "source": { "label": "J.P. Morgan — Kinexys Digital Assets", "url": "https://www.jpmorgan.com/kinexys/digital-assets", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Tokenization", "Settlement", "Collateral mobility", "Digital financing" ], "summary": "Kinexys Digital Assets provides bank-led blockchain infrastructure for tokenization, near-real-time settlement, collateral workflows and related digital-asset applications.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Platform security and operational controls are institutionally governed, but this review did not establish custody-specific assurance evidence because Kinexys is classified here as infrastructure rather than the legal asset custodian.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Not treated as a custody-provider claim. Asset ownership, custody and collateral arrangements depend on the specific Kinexys application and connected Securities Services/custodian structure.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers evaluating tokenization infrastructure.", "buyer_context": "Kinexys Digital Assets provides bank-led blockchain infrastructure for tokenization, near-real-time settlement, collateral workflows and related digital-asset applications.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "HSBC Digital Assets", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "hsbc-digital-assets", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — developing custody", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "hsbc-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Do not present the developing tokenized-securities custody proposition as broad live cryptocurrency custody. Confirm product availability and jurisdiction.", "sources": [ { "label": "HSBC digital assets & currencies", "url": "https://www.hsbc.com/who-we-are/hsbc-and-digital/hsbc-and-digital-assets-and-currencies", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "HSBC institutional digital-assets perspective", "url": "https://www.business.hsbc.com/en-gb/insights/digital-assets-paving-the-way-for-institutional-entry", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Multi-region", "regimes": [ "Bank custodian framework" ], "authorities": [ "Multiple bank regulators" ], "basis": "Digital-asset custody development within regulated global bank/securities-services framework", "evidence_class": "Bank/CSD framework", "summary": "HSBC is a major regulated custodian bank. Its current public materials describe digital-asset custody as part of its institutional securities-services development.", "caveat": "Do not present the developing tokenized-securities custody proposition as broad live cryptocurrency custody. Confirm product availability and jurisdiction.", "source": { "label": "HSBC digital assets & currencies", "url": "https://www.hsbc.com/who-we-are/hsbc-and-digital/hsbc-and-digital-assets-and-currencies", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody" ], "summary": "HSBC states it is developing a digital-assets custody service for tokenized securities to complement HSBC Orion.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "HSBC describes bank-grade safeguarding expectations and institutional controls, but the reviewed source does not establish product-specific external assurance for the developing custody service.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "HSBC discusses segregation as a core institutional custody requirement; the exact structure for the developing tokenized-securities custody service remains mandate-specific.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "BNP Paribas Securities Services", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "bnp-paribas-securities-services", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "bnp-paribas-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 3, "caveat": "Evidence supports digital-asset custody capability, but product availability, contracting entity, asset scope and commercial status must be verified mandate by mandate.", "sources": [ { "label": "BNP Paribas — public blockchain fund tokenisation pilot", "url": "https://group.bnpparibas/en/press-release/bnp-paribas-explores-public-blockchain-infrastructure-for-money-market-fund-tokenisation", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Europe", "regimes": [ "Bank/securities-services framework; product-specific digital assets" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Bank securities services and controlled digital-asset custody workflows", "evidence_class": "Bank/provider-backed", "summary": "BNP Paribas Securities Services has participated in digital-asset custody development and in a 2026 public-blockchain fund pilot operated the wallet setup and held the private key.", "caveat": "The 2026 cited setup was a controlled one-off intra-group pilot; do not infer that every BNP Paribas Securities Services entity offers broad crypto custody commercially.", "source": { "label": "BNP Paribas — public blockchain fund tokenisation pilot", "url": "https://group.bnpparibas/en/press-release/bnp-paribas-explores-public-blockchain-infrastructure-for-money-market-fund-tokenisation", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Securities custody", "Tokenized fund operations", "Wallet/key handling in controlled workflows" ], "summary": "BNP Paribas Securities Services combines traditional securities services with tested digital-asset and tokenized-fund operational capabilities.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [ "Bank custody / tokenized-asset custody" ], "status": "reviewed_scope" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "The reviewed public material establishes controlled private-key handling but does not provide a public general-purpose crypto-custody assurance package.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "In the cited 2026 pilot, Securities Services operated the wallet and held the private key within a controlled regulated setup.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers evaluating custody banks.", "buyer_context": "Evidence supports digital-asset custody capability, but product availability, contracting entity, asset scope and commercial status must be verified mandate by mandate.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Société Générale Securities Services", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "societe-generale-securities-services", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — securities custody; digital scope product-specific", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "societe-generale-securities-services-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Do not transfer SG-FORGE crypto permissions to SGSS. Confirm the precise Societe Generale entity and asset type.", "sources": [ { "label": "SGSS — services and locations", "url": "https://www.securities-services.societegenerale.com/en/about/locations/country-details/country/germany-1/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Evidence reviewed — securities custody; digital scope product-specific", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "SGSS provides established local and global securities custody. Public evidence for generalized crypto custody under the SGSS brand is narrower and product-specific.", "caveat": "Do not transfer SG-FORGE crypto permissions to SGSS. Confirm the precise Societe Generale entity and asset type.", "source": { "label": "SGSS — services and locations", "url": "https://www.securities-services.societegenerale.com/en/about/locations/country-details/country/germany-1/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Traditional securities custody", "Fund administration", "Issuer services", "Tokenized-asset servicing" ], "summary": "SGSS provides established local and global securities custody. Public evidence for generalized crypto custody under the SGSS brand is narrower and product-specific.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Do not transfer SG-FORGE crypto permissions to SGSS. Confirm the precise Societe Generale entity and asset type.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching custody banks.", "buyer_context": "SGSS provides established local and global securities custody. Public evidence for generalized crypto custody under the SGSS brand is narrower and product-specific.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Société Générale FORGE", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "societe-generale-forge", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "societe-generale-forge-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 3, "caveat": "Confirm the exact service, asset eligibility and contracting entity because SG-FORGE spans tokenized securities, stablecoin and crypto-asset activities.", "sources": [ { "label": "SG-FORGE legal information", "url": "https://www.sgforge.com/legal-information/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "SG-FORGE DASP/CASP licence", "url": "https://www.sgforge.com/first-dasp-license-amf/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Europe", "regimes": [ "MiCA / CASP" ], "authorities": [ "AMF", "ACPR" ], "basis": "French investment firm/CASP authorized for custody and administration", "evidence_class": "Provider + regulatory framework", "summary": "SG-FORGE states that it is a French investment firm licensed as a Crypto-Asset Service Provider and authorized for custody and administration of crypto-assets.", "caveat": "Confirm the exact service, asset eligibility and contracting entity because SG-FORGE spans tokenized securities, stablecoin and crypto-asset activities.", "source": { "label": "SG-FORGE legal information", "url": "https://www.sgforge.com/legal-information/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Stablecoin services" ], "summary": "Institutional issuance, custody, transfer and execution services for digital assets and tokenized financial instruments.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "SG-FORGE has publicly described institutional custody technology integrations, including orchestration through Metaco infrastructure; product-level assurance evidence should still be requested.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "The regulated custody authorization creates a defined legal service perimeter, but contractual segregation and insolvency treatment remain mandate-specific.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional investors, banks, asset managers, and corporates seeking a European G-SIB-backed digital asset custodian.", "buyer_context": "Issued the first digital bond on a public blockchain (2019). Launched EUR CoinVertible (EURCV), an institutional euro stablecoin. Partners with Ripple Custody (Metaco) and Deutsche Bank. AMF-registered DASP.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "UBS Digital Assets", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "ubs-digital-assets", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — tokenized assets", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "ubs-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Evidence is strongest for tokenized financial instruments. Confirm whether the intended mandate involves tokenized securities or native crypto assets.", "sources": [ { "label": "UBS Tokenize", "url": "https://www.ubs.com/global/en/investment-bank/tokenize.html", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Europe", "regimes": [ "FINMA bank" ], "authorities": [ "FINMA", "bank framework" ], "basis": "Digital-asset offering within regulated Swiss/global bank framework", "evidence_class": "Bank/CSD framework", "summary": "UBS is a regulated global bank; its digital-asset offering is delivered within bank and securities-service frameworks.", "caveat": "Evidence is strongest for tokenized financial instruments. Confirm whether the intended mandate involves tokenized securities or native crypto assets.", "source": { "label": "FINMA authorised banks and securities firms", "url": "https://www.finma.ch/en/~/media/finma/dokumente/bewilligungstraeger/pdf/beh.pdf", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody" ], "summary": "UBS Tokenize supports issuance, distribution and custody across tokenized bonds, funds and structured products.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Public UBS material reviewed here does not provide sufficient product-specific security assurance detail for a standalone crypto-custody rating.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "The reviewed evidence concerns regulated tokenized financial products rather than a universal third-party cryptocurrency safeguarding model.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Deutsche Bank Digital Assets", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "deutsche-bank-digital-assets", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "deutsche-bank-digital-assets-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Treat this as a confirmed strategic custody program, not as proof that every product/jurisdiction is commercially live today.", "sources": [ { "label": "Deutsche Bank Flow custody partnership", "url": "https://flow.db.com/topics/technology/what-is-cryptos-new-normal", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Taurus / Deutsche Bank partnership", "url": "https://www.taurushq.com/blog/deutsche-bank-and-taurus-sign-a-global-partnership/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Europe", "regimes": [ "Bank framework / partner model" ], "authorities": [ "German banking framework" ], "basis": "Regulated-bank initiative with Taurus; product/entity scope must be confirmed", "evidence_class": "Bank/CSD framework", "summary": "Deutsche Bank and Taurus publicly announced a partnership to build/provide digital-asset custody and tokenization services; current product availability should be confirmed.", "caveat": "Treat this as a confirmed strategic custody program, not as proof that every product/jurisdiction is commercially live today.", "source": { "label": "Deutsche Bank Flow custody partnership", "url": "https://flow.db.com/topics/technology/what-is-cryptos-new-normal", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Tokenization" ], "summary": "Institutional digital-asset custody/tokenization program using Taurus technology.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [ "ISO 27001" ], "summary": "Taurus technology used in the partnership has published ISO 27001:2022 certification; Deutsche Bank service-specific assurance was not independently verified here.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Detailed segregation and insolvency treatment for a live Deutsche Bank mandate were not independently verified in this review.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Citi Digital Assets", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "citi-digital-assets", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "citi-digital-assets-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 3, "caveat": "Do not assume a single global crypto-custody perimeter from Citi branding. Confirm launch status, contracting entity and asset scope for the requested jurisdiction.", "sources": [ { "label": "Citi — Making It Real: Digital Assets", "url": "https://www.citigroup.com/global/news/perspectives/2026/making-it-real-digital-assets", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Citi — Where Can We Take You in 2026?", "url": "https://www.citigroup.com/global/insights/where-can-we-take-you-in-2026", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Citi — Digital Depositary Receipts launch", "url": "https://www.citigroup.com/global/news/press-release/2026/citi-market-first-tokenized-depositary-receipts-connect-private-companies-investors", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Bank custody / product-specific digital assets" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Global bank custody framework with digital-asset product rollout", "evidence_class": "Bank/CSD framework", "summary": "Citi states it is investing in digital-asset custody, plans institutional digital-asset custody services in 2026, and acts as custodian for its 2026 Digital Depositary Receipts product.", "caveat": "Confirm the specific Citi legal entity, jurisdiction, supported asset types and whether the requested digital-asset custody service is live for the mandate.", "source": { "label": "Citi — Making It Real: Digital Assets", "url": "https://www.citigroup.com/global/news/perspectives/2026/making-it-real-digital-assets", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Digital asset custody", "Tokenized securities custody", "Post-trade infrastructure" ], "summary": "Citi is building and deploying institutional digital-asset custody alongside tokenized securities and post-trade infrastructure; its Digital Depositary Receipts launch explicitly names Citi as custodian for the tokenized receipts.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Custody-specific public assurance details for the new digital-asset service were not established in this review; buyers should request current control reports and architecture documentation.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Citi states it acts as custodian for tokenized Digital Depositary Receipts; broader digital-asset safekeeping terms, segregation and insolvency treatment remain product- and entity-specific.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers evaluating custody banks.", "buyer_context": "Citi is building and deploying institutional digital-asset custody alongside tokenized securities and post-trade infrastructure; its Digital Depositary Receipts launch explicitly names Citi as custodian for the tokenized receipts.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Clearstream", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "clearstream", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — digital securities", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "clearstream-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 3, "caveat": "Clearstream is primarily a regulated securities-market infrastructure provider. Do not equate digital-securities custody with broad native-crypto custody.", "sources": [ { "label": "Clearstream digital issuance", "url": "https://www.clearstream.com/clearstream-en/securities-services/issuance-solutions/digital-issuance", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Europe", "regimes": [ "CSD / market infrastructure" ], "authorities": [ "European securities regulators" ], "basis": "Digital issuance/custody within regulated securities-depository infrastructure", "evidence_class": "Bank/CSD framework", "summary": "Clearstream operates regulated securities depositories and custody infrastructure; its digital issuance and custody propositions are embedded in that market-infrastructure framework.", "caveat": "Clearstream is primarily a regulated securities-market infrastructure provider. Do not equate digital-securities custody with broad native-crypto custody.", "source": { "label": "Clearstream digital issuance", "url": "https://www.clearstream.com/clearstream-en/securities-services/issuance-solutions/digital-issuance", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody" ], "summary": "Digital issuance, distribution, custody and servicing for tokenized assets and securities.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Clearstream describes regulatory-compliant crypto/digital custody infrastructure, but product-level cyber assurance artifacts were not independently established in this review.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Digital assets and tokenized securities are supported through account and depository structures; buyers should confirm legal asset segregation for the instrument and venue.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Banks, broker-dealers, asset managers, and fund administrators already connected to Clearstream's securities settlement network.", "buyer_context": "Clearstream has been expanding digital asset capabilities since 2021. Partnership with Deutsche Boerse Group gives access to one of the largest post-trade networks in Europe.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Fidelity Digital Assets", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "fidelity-digital-assets", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "fidelity-digital-assets-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 3, "caveat": "Verify current legal entity, asset coverage and custody terms before relying on older regulatory filings.", "sources": [ { "label": "Fidelity trading & custody", "url": "https://www.fidelitydigitalassets.com/trading-custody", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "SEC-hosted Fidelity custody filing", "url": "https://www.sec.gov/files/fidelity-digital-asset-services-012221.pdf", "type": "Regulator" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "North America", "regimes": [ "NY trust", "OCC conditional conversion" ], "authorities": [ "NYDFS", "OCC" ], "basis": "Existing state trust framework; OCC conversion conditionally approved", "evidence_class": "Regulator-backed", "summary": "Fidelity Digital Assets has historically operated a New York trust-company custody entity; current mandate scope should be confirmed against current entity documentation.", "caveat": "Verify current legal entity, asset coverage and custody terms before relying on older regulatory filings.", "source": { "label": "OCC conditional trust-bank conversions (12 Dec 2025)", "url": "https://www.occ.gov/news-issuances/news-releases/2025/nr-occ-2025-125.html", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody" ], "summary": "Institutional custody and execution designed to keep assets in cold-storage workflows where possible.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Fidelity publishes physical, cyber and operational controls around its institutional cold-storage custody environment.", "insurance_evidence": "mentioned_in_reviewed_evidence", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Specific current insurance/segregation terms were not independently verified in this review.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Investment advisers, pension funds, family offices, endowments, and corporate treasuries. Institutional minimum investment applies.", "buyer_context": "Building crypto infrastructure since 2014. The OCC charter in 2025 added federal oversight alongside its existing NYDFS trust charter.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "DZ BANK", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "dz-bank", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "dz-bank-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Confirm asset coverage, client eligibility and current regulatory perimeter for the mandate.", "sources": [ { "label": "DZ BANK institutional crypto products", "url": "https://www.dzbank.de/content/dzbank/de/home/institutionelle-kunden/produkt-serviceangebot.html", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "DZ BANK custody platform launch", "url": "https://www.dzbank.de/content/dzbank/de/home/die-dz-bank/presse/pressemitteilungen/2023/kryptoassets--dz-bank-startet-eigene-digitalverwahrplattform-.html", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Europe", "regimes": [ "German bank custody" ], "authorities": [ "German banking framework" ], "basis": "Institutional crypto custody within regulated bank framework", "evidence_class": "Bank/CSD framework", "summary": "DZ BANK’s current institutional product site states that it offers professional custody and transfer of crypto-assets to institutional clients.", "caveat": "Confirm asset coverage, client eligibility and current regulatory perimeter for the mandate.", "source": { "label": "DZ BANK institutional crypto products", "url": "https://www.dzbank.de/content/dzbank/de/home/institutionelle-kunden/produkt-serviceangebot.html", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody" ], "summary": "Institutional crypto custody and transfers on DZ BANK’s own digital-custody platform.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Specific public SOC/ISO evidence for the digital-custody service was not independently verified in this review.", "insurance_evidence": "mentioned_in_reviewed_evidence", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Detailed legal segregation/insurance terms were not independently verified in this review.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "DekaBank", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "dekabank", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "dekabank-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Confirm current commercial availability, asset scope and whether the mandate concerns crypto securities, native crypto assets or both.", "sources": [ { "label": "DekaBank 2025 annual report", "url": "https://www.deka.de/site/dekade_deka-gruppe_site/get/documents_E-238702965/dekade/medienpool_dekade/deka-gruppe/geschaeftsberichte/2025/DekaBank_Geschaeftsbericht_2025.pdf", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Europe", "regimes": [ "German crypto custody licence" ], "authorities": [ "German authority" ], "basis": "Crypto-custody licence reported in 2024; current MiCA perimeter should be confirmed", "evidence_class": "Provider + regulatory framework", "summary": "DekaBank public reporting states that it obtained a crypto-custody licence in December 2024 and can cover digital-asset value-chain activities.", "caveat": "Confirm current commercial availability, asset scope and whether the mandate concerns crypto securities, native crypto assets or both.", "source": { "label": "DekaBank 2025 annual report", "url": "https://www.deka.de/site/dekade_deka-gruppe_site/get/documents_E-238702965/dekade/medienpool_dekade/deka-gruppe/geschaeftsberichte/2025/DekaBank_Geschaeftsbericht_2025.pdf", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody" ], "summary": "Custody for crypto securities and broader digital-asset infrastructure within DekaBank’s institutional offering.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "The reviewed public reporting does not expose sufficient crypto-custody-specific security assurance detail for an independent security evidence dimension.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "As a regulated bank/custodian, DekaBank applies institutional asset-servicing controls, but mandate-specific digital-asset segregation should be confirmed.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "LBBW", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "lbbw", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — partner-enabled custody", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "lbbw-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "This is partner-enabled custody rather than proof that LBBW independently operates every technical custody component. Verify the legal custodian/sub-custodian chain.", "sources": [ { "label": "LBBW / Bitpanda custody partnership", "url": "https://www.lbbw.de/artikel/pressemitteilung/lbbw-krypto-partnerschaft-bitpanda_ah6j8nxnnx_d.html", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Europe", "regimes": [ "Bank framework / partner model" ], "authorities": [ "German banking framework" ], "basis": "Crypto custody proposition delivered with Bitpanda infrastructure; legal custody chain must be verified", "evidence_class": "Bank/CSD framework", "summary": "LBBW is a regulated German bank. Its public materials describe a cryptocurrency custody proposition for corporate clients implemented with Bitpanda technology/infrastructure.", "caveat": "This is partner-enabled custody rather than proof that LBBW independently operates every technical custody component. Verify the legal custodian/sub-custodian chain.", "source": { "label": "LBBW / Bitpanda custody partnership", "url": "https://www.lbbw.de/artikel/pressemitteilung/lbbw-krypto-partnerschaft-bitpanda_ah6j8nxnnx_d.html", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody" ], "summary": "Cryptocurrency acquisition and custody proposition for corporate clients, plus custody-bank roles for certain blockchain securities.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "LBBW states the partner model is intended to provide regulated and secure infrastructure, but public custody-specific assurance evidence for the full operating chain is limited.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Because the service uses partner infrastructure, buyers should establish which entity legally safeguards assets and how client assets are segregated through the custody chain.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Bankhaus Scheich", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "bankhaus-scheich", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "bankhaus-scheich-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "not_reviewed", "last_reviewed": null, "evidence_dimensions": 0, "caveat": null, "sources": [], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "not_reviewed", "region": null, "regimes": [], "authorities": [], "basis": null, "evidence_class": null, "summary": null, "caveat": null, "source": null }, "services": { "documented": [], "summary": "See provider profile.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Hauck Aufhäuser Lampe", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "hauck-aufhauser-lampe", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "hauck-aufhauser-lampe-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "not_reviewed", "last_reviewed": null, "evidence_dimensions": 0, "caveat": null, "sources": [], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "not_reviewed", "region": null, "regimes": [], "authorities": [], "basis": null, "evidence_class": null, "summary": null, "caveat": null, "source": null }, "services": { "documented": [], "summary": "See provider profile.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Bank Frick", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "bank-frick", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "bank-frick-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "Confirm supported assets, country availability and the precise Bank Frick service/entity used by the buyer.", "sources": [ { "label": "Bank Frick MiCAR authorization", "url": "https://www.bankfrick.li/en/bank-frick-receives-micar-authorisation", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Bank Frick blockchain banking", "url": "https://www.bankfrick.li/en/services/blockchain-banking-solutions", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Bank Frick crypto custody policy", "url": "https://www.bankfrick.li/files/content/04-rechtliches/crypto-assets-custody-policy.pdf", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Europe", "regimes": [ "MiCA / CASP" ], "authorities": [ "Liechtenstein FMA", "MiCA" ], "basis": "MiCAR authorization for custody and other crypto-asset services", "evidence_class": "Provider + regulatory framework", "summary": "Bank Frick announced MiCAR authorization in January 2026 for crypto-asset services including custody, order handling and transfers across the EEA.", "caveat": "Confirm supported assets, country availability and the precise Bank Frick service/entity used by the buyer.", "source": { "label": "Bank Frick MiCAR authorization", "url": "https://www.bankfrick.li/en/bank-frick-receives-micar-authorisation", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Staking", "Trading" ], "summary": "Trading, custody and staking for supported crypto assets plus blockchain-banking services for professional clients.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Bank Frick publishes custody policy and operational/security controls for crypto-asset safeguarding within its regulated banking environment.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Its custody policy describes safeguarding of crypto-assets/private keys and the legal/operational treatment of client assets under the applicable framework.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "VP Bank", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "vp-bank", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — tokenized-asset custody scope", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "vp-bank-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "This evidence does not establish broad cryptocurrency custody. Confirm eligible instruments, legal structure and client access.", "sources": [ { "label": "VP Bank — digital custody innovation", "url": "https://www.vpbank.com/en/news/2023/vp-bank-and-gft-win-fs-tech-award-digital-asset-innovation", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Evidence reviewed — tokenized-asset custody scope", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "VP Bank documents a digital custody solution for tokenized ownership rights in physical assets such as art, watches and collectibles.", "caveat": "This evidence does not establish broad cryptocurrency custody. Confirm eligible instruments, legal structure and client access.", "source": { "label": "VP Bank — digital custody innovation", "url": "https://www.vpbank.com/en/news/2023/vp-bank-and-gft-win-fs-tech-award-digital-asset-innovation", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Tokenized-asset custody", "Private banking", "Digital ownership administration" ], "summary": "VP Bank documents a digital custody solution for tokenized ownership rights in physical assets such as art, watches and collectibles.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "This evidence does not establish broad cryptocurrency custody. Confirm eligible instruments, legal structure and client access.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching custody banks.", "buyer_context": "VP Bank documents a digital custody solution for tokenized ownership rights in physical assets such as art, watches and collectibles.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Julius Baer", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "julius-baer", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — private banking scope", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "julius-baer-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "This is a private-bank service, not a generic open custody platform. Eligibility, jurisdictions and asset list can be restrictive.", "sources": [ { "label": "Julius Baer digital assets", "url": "https://www.juliusbaer.com/sg/en/our-solutions/additional-services/digital-assets/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Europe", "regimes": [ "FINMA bank" ], "authorities": [ "FINMA" ], "basis": "Digital-asset services within regulated Swiss private-bank framework", "evidence_class": "Bank/CSD framework", "summary": "Julius Baer provides digital-asset services within its regulated private-banking framework.", "caveat": "This is a private-bank service, not a generic open custody platform. Eligibility, jurisdictions and asset list can be restrictive.", "source": { "label": "FINMA authorised banks and securities firms", "url": "https://www.finma.ch/en/~/media/finma/dokumente/bewilligungstraeger/pdf/beh.pdf", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Trading" ], "summary": "Digital-asset trading, transfer and safekeeping services for eligible private-banking clients.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "The reviewed public materials emphasize secure bank-grade handling but do not disclose enough product-specific technical assurance detail for a separate security verification.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Client digital assets can be stored through the bank’s offering; exact custody chain, segregation and sub-custodian structure should be confirmed for the mandate.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Maerki Baumann", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "maerki-baumann", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "maerki-baumann-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 3, "caveat": "Confirm whether the mandate uses segregated or omnibus wallets and obtain current custody terms, sub-custodian details and supported-asset list.", "sources": [ { "label": "Maerki Baumann trading & custody", "url": "https://www.maerki-baumann.ch/en/blockchain-and-crypto-companies/trading-and-custody-of-digital-assets", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Europe", "regimes": [ "FINMA bank" ], "authorities": [ "FINMA" ], "basis": "Crypto trading/custody within regulated Swiss private-bank framework", "evidence_class": "Bank/CSD framework", "summary": "Maerki Baumann provides digital-asset services through its regulated Swiss private-bank framework.", "caveat": "Confirm whether the mandate uses segregated or omnibus wallets and obtain current custody terms, sub-custodian details and supported-asset list.", "source": { "label": "FINMA authorised banks and securities firms", "url": "https://www.finma.ch/en/~/media/finma/dokumente/bewilligungstraeger/pdf/beh.pdf", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Staking", "Trading" ], "summary": "Trading, custody and staking for digital assets, serving private, corporate and institutional client use cases.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "The bank describes multi-level security controls for digital-asset custody, though independent assurance-report scope should be requested for institutional procurement.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Its current custody page describes segregated or omnibus wallet structures, making account architecture an explicit procurement choice.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Arab Bank Switzerland", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "arab-bank-switzerland", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "arab-bank-switzerland-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Confirm asset coverage, client eligibility, sub-custody chain and jurisdiction before procurement.", "sources": [ { "label": "Arab Bank Switzerland digital assets", "url": "https://www.arabbank.ch/our-services/digital-assets/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Europe", "regimes": [ "FINMA bank" ], "authorities": [ "FINMA" ], "basis": "Digital-asset services within regulated Swiss bank framework", "evidence_class": "Bank/CSD framework", "summary": "Arab Bank Switzerland offers digital-asset services from its regulated Swiss banking platform.", "caveat": "Confirm asset coverage, client eligibility, sub-custody chain and jurisdiction before procurement.", "source": { "label": "FINMA authorised banks and securities firms", "url": "https://www.finma.ch/en/~/media/finma/dokumente/bewilligungstraeger/pdf/beh.pdf", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Staking", "Trading" ], "summary": "Digital-asset custody, trading, staking and related services for private and institutional clients.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Public materials describe secure institutional service delivery but do not provide enough specific external-assurance evidence for this review.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Digital assets are safeguarded within the bank’s custody offering; exact account and sub-custody structure should be confirmed contractually.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "SEBA Hong Kong", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "seba-hong-kong", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "seba-hong-kong-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "not_reviewed", "last_reviewed": null, "evidence_dimensions": 0, "caveat": null, "sources": [], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "not_reviewed", "region": null, "regimes": [], "authorities": [], "basis": null, "evidence_class": null, "summary": null, "caveat": null, "source": null }, "services": { "documented": [], "summary": "See provider profile.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "DBS Bank", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "dbs-bank", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — bank digital-asset custody", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "dbs-bank-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Access is limited to eligible institutional, accredited or wealth clients and supported assets; confirm jurisdiction and product eligibility.", "sources": [ { "label": "DBS — digital exchange and custody launch", "url": "https://www.dbs.com/newsroom/dbs_digital_exchange", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "DBS — custody and exchange growth", "url": "https://www.dbs.com/newsroom/Bitcoin_trading_volume_up_80pct_at_DBS_Digital_Exchange_in_2022_customer_base_doubles", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Evidence reviewed — bank digital-asset custody", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "DBS documents an integrated institutional digital-asset exchange and bank custody service using institutional cold wallets separate from the exchange.", "caveat": "Access is limited to eligible institutional, accredited or wealth clients and supported assets; confirm jurisdiction and product eligibility.", "source": { "label": "DBS — digital exchange and custody launch", "url": "https://www.dbs.com/newsroom/dbs_digital_exchange", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Bank digital-asset custody", "Institutional exchange", "Tokenization", "Trust and succession planning" ], "summary": "DBS documents an integrated institutional digital-asset exchange and bank custody service using institutional cold wallets separate from the exchange.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Access is limited to eligible institutional, accredited or wealth clients and supported assets; confirm jurisdiction and product eligibility.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching custody banks.", "buyer_context": "DBS documents an integrated institutional digital-asset exchange and bank custody service using institutional cold wallets separate from the exchange.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "OCBC Digital Assets", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "ocbc-digital-assets", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "ocbc-digital-assets-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 3, "caveat": "Retain in Custody Banks with a narrow scope caveat: buyers must verify which tokenized assets, networks and legal entities are supported commercially.", "sources": [ { "label": "OCBC — tokenised bonds platform/custody lifecycle", "url": "https://www.ocbc.com/group/media/release/2025/ocbc-is-first-bank-in-Singapore-to-avail-bespoke-tokenised-bonds-via-asset-tokenisation-platform", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "OCBC — 2026 tokenised gold fund", "url": "https://www.ocbc.com/group/media/release/2026/ocbc-lion-global-investors-and-digifit-launches-southeast-asia-first-onchain-tokenised-gold-fund.page", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Asia-Pacific", "regimes": [ "MAS-regulated bank / product-specific tokenized assets" ], "authorities": [ "MAS" ], "basis": "Bank-led tokenization with custody lifecycle functions", "evidence_class": "Bank/provider-backed", "summary": "OCBC states its asset-tokenisation capability covers the lifecycle from minting and ownership transfer through custody and redemption; recent projects focus on tokenized securities/funds.", "caveat": "The reviewed evidence supports tokenized-asset custody capability but does not establish a broad retail or institutional crypto-custody catalogue for all digital assets.", "source": { "label": "OCBC — tokenised bonds platform/custody lifecycle", "url": "https://www.ocbc.com/group/media/release/2025/ocbc-is-first-bank-in-Singapore-to-avail-bespoke-tokenised-bonds-via-asset-tokenisation-platform", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Tokenized securities custody", "Asset tokenization", "Lifecycle servicing", "Institutional blockchain workflows" ], "summary": "OCBC is building bank-grade tokenized-asset infrastructure that includes custody functions alongside issuance and lifecycle servicing.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [ "Bank tokenized-asset custody" ], "status": "reviewed_scope" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Bank governance and regulated project controls are documented; a dedicated public crypto-custody security architecture was not established in this review.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Custody evidence is strongest for tokenized financial assets and controlled bank workflows rather than generalized crypto safekeeping.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers evaluating custody banks.", "buyer_context": "Retain in Custody Banks with a narrow scope caveat: buyers must verify which tokenized assets, networks and legal entities are supported commercially.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "UOB Digital Assets", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "uob-digital-assets", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — tokenization participant; custody not established", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "uob-digital-assets-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Do not present UOB as a broad crypto custodian without a current UOB source establishing the service and contracting entity.", "sources": [ { "label": "UOB — green-bond tokenization with Northern Trust custody", "url": "https://www.uobgroup.com/uobgroup/newsroom/news-releases/2025/green-bond-reporting-tokenisation-initiative.page", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Evidence reviewed — tokenization participant; custody not established", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "UOB participates in tokenization and digital-asset experiments, while cited custody in a 2025 green-bond project was performed by Northern Trust.", "caveat": "Do not present UOB as a broad crypto custodian without a current UOB source establishing the service and contracting entity.", "source": { "label": "UOB — green-bond tokenization with Northern Trust custody", "url": "https://www.uobgroup.com/uobgroup/newsroom/news-releases/2025/green-bond-reporting-tokenisation-initiative.page", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Tokenization initiatives", "Banking and capital-markets services", "Project participation" ], "summary": "UOB participates in tokenization and digital-asset experiments, while cited custody in a 2025 green-bond project was performed by Northern Trust.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Do not present UOB as a broad crypto custodian without a current UOB source establishing the service and contracting entity.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching custody banks.", "buyer_context": "UOB participates in tokenization and digital-asset experiments, while cited custody in a 2025 green-bond project was performed by Northern Trust.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "MUFG Digital Assets", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "mufg-digital-assets", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — group initiatives; custody entity unclear", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "mufg-digital-assets-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Confirm the specific bank, trust-bank or Progmat-related operating entity and do not infer custody from group innovation activity alone.", "sources": [ { "label": "MUFG — digital transformation initiatives", "url": "https://www.mufg.jp/profile/strategy/dx/articles/0089/index.html", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Evidence reviewed — group initiatives; custody entity unclear", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "MUFG runs digital-asset and tokenization initiatives, but a generalized crypto custody service under the broad MUFG Digital Assets label was not established.", "caveat": "Confirm the specific bank, trust-bank or Progmat-related operating entity and do not infer custody from group innovation activity alone.", "source": { "label": "MUFG — digital transformation initiatives", "url": "https://www.mufg.jp/profile/strategy/dx/articles/0089/index.html", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Tokenization initiatives", "Digital-asset ventures", "Bank and trust services" ], "summary": "MUFG runs digital-asset and tokenization initiatives, but a generalized crypto custody service under the broad MUFG Digital Assets label was not established.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Confirm the specific bank, trust-bank or Progmat-related operating entity and do not infer custody from group innovation activity alone.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching custody banks.", "buyer_context": "MUFG runs digital-asset and tokenization initiatives, but a generalized crypto custody service under the broad MUFG Digital Assets label was not established.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "SMBC Digital Assets", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "smbc-digital-assets", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — stablecoin initiative; custody not established", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "smbc-digital-assets-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Treat as a bank digital-assets initiative until a current primary source establishes service availability, entity and custody terms.", "sources": [ { "label": "SMBC/TIS — stablecoin joint study", "url": "https://www.tisi.jp/news/2025/tis_news/20250402_1.html", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Evidence reviewed — stablecoin initiative; custody not established", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "SMBC documents stablecoin research with TIS, Ava Labs and Fireblocks, but this does not establish SMBC as a live general crypto custodian.", "caveat": "Treat as a bank digital-assets initiative until a current primary source establishes service availability, entity and custody terms.", "source": { "label": "SMBC/TIS — stablecoin joint study", "url": "https://www.tisi.jp/news/2025/tis_news/20250402_1.html", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Stablecoin research", "Digital payments", "Banking infrastructure" ], "summary": "SMBC documents stablecoin research with TIS, Ava Labs and Fireblocks, but this does not establish SMBC as a live general crypto custodian.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Treat as a bank digital-assets initiative until a current primary source establishes service availability, entity and custody terms.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching custody banks.", "buyer_context": "SMBC documents stablecoin research with TIS, Ava Labs and Fireblocks, but this does not establish SMBC as a live general crypto custodian.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Mizuho Digital Assets", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "mizuho-digital-assets", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — tokenization and trust-bank activity", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "mizuho-digital-assets-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Do not infer generalized crypto custody from tokenization pilots. Confirm Mizuho entity, geography, asset type and post-transfer service scope.", "sources": [ { "label": "Mizuho — security-token transfer pilot", "url": "https://www.mizuho-fg.co.jp/release/20220729release_jp.html", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "State Street — acquisition of Mizuho global custody business", "url": "https://investors.statestreet.com/investor-news-events/press-releases/news-details/2025/State-Street-to-Acquire-Mizuho-Financial-Groups-Global-Custody-Business/default.aspx", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Evidence reviewed — tokenization and trust-bank activity", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "Mizuho participates in security-token, DeFi and digital-collateral initiatives; its broader global custody business outside Japan was agreed for transfer to State Street.", "caveat": "Do not infer generalized crypto custody from tokenization pilots. Confirm Mizuho entity, geography, asset type and post-transfer service scope.", "source": { "label": "Mizuho — security-token transfer pilot", "url": "https://www.mizuho-fg.co.jp/release/20220729release_jp.html", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Security-token initiatives", "Trust banking", "Digital collateral research", "Traditional custody" ], "summary": "Mizuho participates in security-token, DeFi and digital-collateral initiatives; its broader global custody business outside Japan was agreed for transfer to State Street.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Do not infer generalized crypto custody from tokenization pilots. Confirm Mizuho entity, geography, asset type and post-transfer service scope.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching custody banks.", "buyer_context": "Mizuho participates in security-token, DeFi and digital-collateral initiatives; its broader global custody business outside Japan was agreed for transfer to State Street.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "NAB Digital Assets", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "nab-digital-assets", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — custody service not established", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "nab-digital-assets-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Keep as a discovery record only. Require a current official product page, contracting entity and custody terms before comparison or introduction.", "sources": [ { "label": "NAB — official corporate site", "url": "https://www.nab.com.au/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Evidence reviewed — custody service not established", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "This review did not establish a current general digital-asset custody service from NAB primary materials.", "caveat": "Keep as a discovery record only. Require a current official product page, contracting entity and custody terms before comparison or introduction.", "source": { "label": "NAB — official corporate site", "url": "https://www.nab.com.au/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Bank digital-asset initiatives", "Traditional banking" ], "summary": "This review did not establish a current general digital-asset custody service from NAB primary materials.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Keep as a discovery record only. Require a current official product page, contracting entity and custody terms before comparison or introduction.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching custody banks.", "buyer_context": "This review did not establish a current general digital-asset custody service from NAB primary materials.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "ANZ Digital Assets", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "anz-digital-assets", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — tokenization and digital-money initiatives", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "anz-digital-assets-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Do not infer legal custody from stablecoin issuance or tokenization experiments. Confirm current product and entity before shortlisting.", "sources": [ { "label": "ANZ — Project Guardian and A$DC", "url": "https://www.anz.com.au/newsroom/media/2024/september/anz-becomes-first-australian-bank-to-join-project-guardian/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Evidence reviewed — tokenization and digital-money initiatives", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "ANZ documents A$DC and Project Guardian tokenization work, not a broad third-party crypto custody service.", "caveat": "Do not infer legal custody from stablecoin issuance or tokenization experiments. Confirm current product and entity before shortlisting.", "source": { "label": "ANZ — Project Guardian and A$DC", "url": "https://www.anz.com.au/newsroom/media/2024/september/anz-becomes-first-australian-bank-to-join-project-guardian/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Tokenized money", "Project Guardian participation", "Institutional banking" ], "summary": "ANZ documents A$DC and Project Guardian tokenization work, not a broad third-party crypto custody service.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Do not infer legal custody from stablecoin issuance or tokenization experiments. Confirm current product and entity before shortlisting.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching custody banks.", "buyer_context": "ANZ documents A$DC and Project Guardian tokenization work, not a broad third-party crypto custody service.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Westpac Digital Assets", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "westpac-digital-assets", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "westpac-digital-assets-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "not_reviewed", "last_reviewed": null, "evidence_dimensions": 0, "caveat": null, "sources": [], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "not_reviewed", "region": null, "regimes": [], "authorities": [], "basis": null, "evidence_class": null, "summary": null, "caveat": null, "source": null }, "services": { "documented": [], "summary": "See provider profile.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Commonwealth Bank Digital Assets", "category": "Custody Banks", "slug": "commonwealth-bank-digital-assets", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "commonwealth-bank-digital-assets-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "not_reviewed", "last_reviewed": null, "evidence_dimensions": 0, "caveat": null, "sources": [], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "not_reviewed", "region": null, "regimes": [], "authorities": [], "basis": null, "evidence_class": null, "summary": null, "caveat": null, "source": null }, "services": { "documented": [], "summary": "See provider profile.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Not primary-source reviewed in this release.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Alchemy", "category": "Wallet Infrastructure", "slug": "alchemy", "region": "Global", "status": "Ecosystem — blockchain developer infrastructure", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "alchemy-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Do not classify Alchemy as a legal custodian. Applications built on Alchemy need their own custody model and responsible entity.", "sources": [ { "label": "Alchemy — platform", "url": "https://www.alchemy.com/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Alchemy — company and role", "url": "https://www.alchemy.com/company", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "ecosystem" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Ecosystem — blockchain developer infrastructure", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "Alchemy describes itself as a blockchain developer and infrastructure platform providing APIs, nodes, data and developer tooling.", "caveat": "Do not classify Alchemy as a legal custodian. Applications built on Alchemy need their own custody model and responsible entity.", "source": { "label": "Alchemy — platform", "url": "https://www.alchemy.com/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Blockchain APIs", "Node infrastructure", "Data APIs", "Developer tooling" ], "summary": "Alchemy describes itself as a blockchain developer and infrastructure platform providing APIs, nodes, data and developer tooling.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "not_reviewed" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Do not classify Alchemy as a legal custodian. 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"Institutional qualified custody integrated with Coinbase Prime trading and financing workflows.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [ "SOC 1", "SOC 2" ], "summary": "Coinbase Prime publishes SOC 1 Type II and SOC 2 Type II assurance for custody controls.", "insurance_evidence": "mentioned_in_reviewed_evidence", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Coinbase markets segregated institutional custody; exact insurance and insolvency terms depend on entity/product documentation.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Kraken Custody", "category": "Exchange Custody", "slug": "kraken-custody", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "kraken-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 3, "caveat": "Confirm availability, asset coverage and contracting terms by client jurisdiction.", "sources": [ { "label": "Kraken Custody", "url": "https://custody.kraken.com/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Kraken custody brochure", "url": "https://www.kraken.com/institutions/custody/brochure", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Kraken qualified custody release", "url": "https://www.kraken.com/press/releases/kraken-unveils-qualified-custody-solution-for-crypto-in-the-us", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "North America", "regimes": [ "Wyoming bank" ], "authorities": [ "Wyoming banking framework" ], "basis": "State-chartered bank custody model", "evidence_class": "Provider + regulatory framework", "summary": "Kraken Custody is provided through Kraken Financial, a state-chartered bank in Wyoming.", "caveat": "Confirm availability, asset coverage and contracting terms by client jurisdiction.", "source": { "label": "Kraken Custody", "url": "https://custody.kraken.com/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody" ], "summary": "Qualified institutional custody integrated with Kraken institutional services.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": 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"status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "Insurance is not blanket protection against every loss scenario; review the policy scope and exclusions.", "sources": [ { "label": "NYDFS virtual currency list", "url": "https://www.dfs.ny.gov/virtual_currency_businesses", "type": "Regulator" }, { "label": "Gemini institutional custody", "url": "https://www.gemini.com/institutions/custody", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Gemini trust center", "url": "https://www.gemini.com/trust-center", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "North America", "regimes": [ "NYDFS trust" ], "authorities": [ "NYDFS" ], "basis": "New York trust company", "evidence_class": "Regulator-backed", "summary": "Gemini Trust Company is a New York trust company and Gemini markets qualified custody under New York banking law.", "caveat": "Insurance is not blanket protection against every loss scenario; review the policy scope and exclusions.", "source": { "label": "NYDFS virtual currency businesses", "url": "https://www.dfs.ny.gov/virtual_currency_businesses", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Trading" ], "summary": "Institutional qualified custody with exchange and trading connectivity.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [ "SOC 1", "SOC 2", "ISO 27001" ], "summary": "Gemini publishes SOC 1 Type II, SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001:2022 assurance/certification.", "insurance_evidence": "mentioned_in_reviewed_evidence", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Gemini states customer funds are held 1:1 and advertises cold-storage insurance for specified losses; policy terms and limits should be checked.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Bitstamp Institutional", "category": "Exchange Custody", "slug": "bitstamp-institutional", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "bitstamp-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "Treat as Exchange Custody, not as a standalone qualified custodian. Identify the actual custodian and governing terms for the relevant asset.", "sources": [ { "label": "Bitstamp — custody with BitGo", "url": "https://blog.bitstamp.net/post/why-would-a-crypto-exchange-have-bank-grade-custody/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Bitstamp — about/security and custodians", "url": "https://www.bitstamp.net/about-us/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Exchange/CASP regulation — entity-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Exchange customer custody with third-party custodial partners", "evidence_class": "Provider-backed", "summary": "Bitstamp states customer crypto is held 1:1 in custody and uses third-party custodial partners including BitGo; current Bitstamp by Robinhood materials continue to describe custodian-backed cold storage.", "caveat": "Bitstamp is the exchange/customer relationship, but legal safekeeping may be provided by third-party custodians. Confirm the current custodian by asset/entity.", "source": { "label": "Bitstamp — custody with BitGo", "url": "https://blog.bitstamp.net/post/why-would-a-crypto-exchange-have-bank-grade-custody/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Exchange custody", "Cold storage", "Institutional trading", "Third-party custodian integration" ], "summary": "Bitstamp provides exchange custody workflows while outsourcing significant safekeeping to specialist custodial partners.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [ "Exchange custody via custodial partners" ], "status": "reviewed_scope" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Bitstamp has described extensive cold storage and insurance provided through custodial partners; current percentages/policies should be confirmed before procurement.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Customer assets are described as held 1:1 and separated from corporate assets, with offline assets held through regulated custodial partners.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers evaluating exchange custody.", "buyer_context": "Treat as Exchange Custody, not as a standalone qualified custodian. Identify the actual custodian and governing terms for the relevant asset.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Bullish", "category": "Exchange Custody", "slug": "bullish", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — regulated exchange custody", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "bullish-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Permissions and client protections are entity- and jurisdiction-specific; confirm the Bullish contracting entity for each mandate.", "sources": [ { "label": "Bullish — New York custody licence", "url": "https://www.bullish.com/us/news-insights/bullish-secures-new-york-bitlicense-from-the-nydfs-paving-way-for-u-s-launch", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Bullish — Germany custody licences", "url": "https://investors.bullish.com/news/news-details/2025/Bullish-secures-licenses-in-Germany-expanding-regulatory-footprint-in-Europe-01-08-2025/default.aspx", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Evidence reviewed — regulated exchange custody", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "Bullish documents full-reserve exchange custody and regulated custody permissions in Germany and New York.", "caveat": "Permissions and client protections are entity- and jurisdiction-specific; confirm the Bullish contracting entity for each mandate.", "source": { "label": "Bullish — New York custody licence", "url": "https://www.bullish.com/us/news-insights/bullish-secures-new-york-bitlicense-from-the-nydfs-paving-way-for-u-s-launch", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Exchange custody", "Institutional spot trading", "Settlement", "Asset segregation" ], "summary": "Bullish documents full-reserve exchange custody and regulated custody permissions in Germany and New York.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Permissions and client protections are entity- and jurisdiction-specific; confirm the Bullish contracting entity for each mandate.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching exchange custody.", "buyer_context": "Bullish documents full-reserve exchange custody and regulated custody permissions in Germany and New York.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "OKX Institutional", "category": "Exchange Custody", "slug": "okx-institutional", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "okx-institutional-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "A valid custody conclusion is entity-specific: do not project EEA MiCA permissions to every OKX jurisdiction or product.", "sources": [ { "label": "OKX — institutional MiCA and custody", "url": "https://www.okx.com/en-eu/learn/institutional-mica", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "OKX — EEA terms/custody policy", "url": "https://www.okx.com/en-eu/help/terms-of-service-eea", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Europe", "regimes": [ "MiCA CASP — entity/jurisdiction specific" ], "authorities": [ "MFSA" ], "basis": "MiCA-authorized exchange custody and administration", "evidence_class": "Provider/regulatory-framework-backed", "summary": "OKX states its EEA entity is MiCA-authorized and that the authorization includes custody and administration of crypto-assets; institutions may use OKX custody or selected off-exchange regulated partners.", "caveat": "OKX is a global group. Confirm the legal entity, jurisdiction and custody route before treating a specific account as MiCA custody.", "source": { "label": "OKX — institutional MiCA and custody", "url": "https://www.okx.com/en-eu/learn/institutional-mica", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Exchange custody", "Crypto-asset administration", "Off-exchange custody connectivity", "Institutional trading" ], "summary": "OKX Institutional supports regulated on-exchange custody in the EEA plus off-exchange custody arrangements with selected partners.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [ "Exchange custodial" ], "status": "reviewed_scope" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "OKX’s EEA materials describe custody policy, client position records and segregation of client crypto assets from its own assets.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "EEA terms state client crypto assets are held separately from OKX assets and custody records are maintained per client.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers evaluating exchange custody.", "buyer_context": "A valid custody conclusion is entity-specific: do not project EEA MiCA permissions to every OKX jurisdiction or product.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Bitfinex", "category": "Exchange Custody", "slug": "bitfinex", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — exchange safekeeping", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "bitfinex-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Exchange safekeeping is not automatically qualified or independent third-party custody. Confirm entity, jurisdiction, segregation and insolvency treatment.", "sources": [ { "label": "Bitfinex — security", "url": "https://www.bitfinex.com/security/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Bitfinex — terms of service", "url": "https://www.bitfinex.com/legal/exchange/terms", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Evidence reviewed — exchange safekeeping", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "Bitfinex provides custodial exchange accounts and documents security controls for assets held on its platform.", "caveat": "Exchange safekeeping is not automatically qualified or independent third-party custody. Confirm entity, jurisdiction, segregation and insolvency treatment.", "source": { "label": "Bitfinex — security", "url": "https://www.bitfinex.com/security/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Exchange safekeeping", "Institutional trading", "Cold-storage controls" ], "summary": "Bitfinex provides custodial exchange accounts and documents security controls for assets held on its platform.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Exchange safekeeping is not automatically qualified or independent third-party custody. Confirm entity, jurisdiction, segregation and insolvency treatment.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching exchange custody.", "buyer_context": "Bitfinex provides custodial exchange accounts and documents security controls for assets held on its platform.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Crypto.com Custody", "category": "Exchange Custody", "slug": "crypto-com-custody", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "crypto-com-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "Do not present the OCC charter as final until completion is confirmed by the OCC.", "sources": [ { "label": "Crypto.com SOC reports", "url": "https://crypto.com/en/company-news/custody-soc1-soc2", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Crypto.com custody/staking", "url": "https://crypto.com/en/company-news/custody-collateral-access-staking", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Crypto.com OCC conditional approval", "url": "https://crypto.com/en/company-news/cryptocom-receives-conditional-approval-from-occ-for-national-trust-bank-charter", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "North America", "regimes": [ "OCC conditional charter" ], "authorities": [ "OCC" ], "basis": "National trust bank charter conditionally approved; not final authorization", "evidence_class": "Conditional", "summary": "Crypto.com announced conditional OCC approval for a national trust bank charter in February 2026; conditional approval is not the same as a completed charter.", "caveat": "Do not present the OCC charter as final until completion is confirmed by the OCC.", "source": { "label": "OCC Corporate Decision 1367 — conditional approval", "url": "https://www.occ.gov/topics/charters-and-licensing/interpretations-and-decisions/2026/cd1367.pdf", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custody", "Staking" ], "summary": "Institutional custody with staking and collateral-access integrations.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [ "SOC 1", "SOC 2" ], "summary": "Crypto.com Custody Trust Company publishes SOC 1 Type II and SOC 2 Type II assurance.", "insurance_evidence": "mentioned_in_reviewed_evidence", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Crypto.com describes segregated custody accounts/wallets and insurance coverage; exact terms should be reviewed contractually.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Binance Institutional", "category": "Exchange Custody", "slug": "binance-institutional", "region": "Global", "status": "Ecosystem — institutional exchange access with separate custody partner", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "binance-institutional-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "Classification retained as Exchange Custody for discovery, but scope changed to ecosystem because the reviewed institutional custody provider is a separate Ceffu legal entity.", "sources": [ { "label": "Ceffu — about institutional custody partnership", "url": "https://www.ceffu.com/en-AE/about-us", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Ceffu Custody FZE — VARA custody entity", "url": "https://www.ceffu.com/uae/custody-fze", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Ceffu — MirrorRSV", "url": "https://www.ceffu.com/en-AE/solutions/mirrorrsv", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Jurisdiction-specific exchange and custody regulation" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Binance institutional access with Ceffu custody separation", "evidence_class": "Scope verification", "summary": "Binance institutional workflows can use Ceffu, which describes itself as Binance Exchange’s institutional custody partner. Ceffu Custody FZE is separately regulated by Dubai VARA for custody services.", "caveat": "Binance branding must not be treated as proof that Binance itself is the legal custodian. Confirm whether assets are held on exchange or under a Ceffu entity and which jurisdiction applies.", "source": { "label": "Ceffu — about institutional custody partnership", "url": "https://www.ceffu.com/en-AE/about-us", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Institutional exchange access", "Off-exchange settlement", "Ceffu custody connectivity" ], "summary": "Institutional users can access Binance liquidity while keeping assets in Ceffu custody through MirrorRSV/MirrorX-style workflows.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [ "Exchange + external institutional custody" ], "status": "reviewed_scope" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Ceffu documents MPC/cold-custody controls and independent assurance certifications; these controls belong to the Ceffu custody stack, not automatically to every Binance account.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Ceffu states MirrorRSV assets remain safeguarded in qualified cold custody with segregation and on-chain verification.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers evaluating exchange custody.", "buyer_context": "Classification retained as Exchange Custody for discovery, but scope changed to ecosystem because the reviewed institutional custody provider is a separate Ceffu legal entity.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Bybit Institutional", "category": "Exchange Custody", "slug": "bybit-institutional", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — exchange custody", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "bybit-institutional-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Confirm the contracting entity, jurisdiction, legal segregation and whether assets remain exchange-custodied or use an external custodian.", "sources": [ { "label": "Bybit — 2026 platform and ByCustody overview", "url": "https://www.bybit.com/en/press/post/bybit-unveils-2026-vision-as-the-new-financial-platform-expanding-beyond-exchange-into-global-financial-infrastructure-bltb6dfb3b99d431f3f", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Evidence reviewed — exchange custody", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "Bybit describes ByCustody as an institutional custody framework with client-asset segregation inside its broader exchange and financial platform.", "caveat": "Confirm the contracting entity, jurisdiction, legal segregation and whether assets remain exchange-custodied or use an external custodian.", "source": { "label": "Bybit — 2026 platform and ByCustody overview", "url": "https://www.bybit.com/en/press/post/bybit-unveils-2026-vision-as-the-new-financial-platform-expanding-beyond-exchange-into-global-financial-infrastructure-bltb6dfb3b99d431f3f", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Exchange custody", "Institutional trading", "Asset segregation" ], "summary": "Bybit describes ByCustody as an institutional custody framework with client-asset segregation inside its broader exchange and financial platform.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Confirm the contracting entity, jurisdiction, legal segregation and whether assets remain exchange-custodied or use an external custodian.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching exchange custody.", "buyer_context": "Bybit describes ByCustody as an institutional custody framework with client-asset segregation inside its broader exchange and financial platform.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Gate Institutional", "category": "Exchange Custody", "slug": "gate-institutional", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — exchange custody", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "gate-institutional-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Confirm which Gate legal entity holds assets and whether the mandate uses exchange custody or an independent custodian.", "sources": [ { "label": "Gate — institutional service upgrade", "url": "https://www.gate.com/ja/announcements/article/46604/gate-enhances-institutional-services-and-launches-lending-center-to-strengthen-crypto-financial-infrastructure", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Evidence reviewed — exchange custody", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "Gate's institutional service describes secure custody as one module alongside trading, lending, APIs and operational support.", "caveat": "Confirm which Gate legal entity holds assets and whether the mandate uses exchange custody or an independent custodian.", "source": { "label": "Gate — institutional service upgrade", "url": "https://www.gate.com/ja/announcements/article/46604/gate-enhances-institutional-services-and-launches-lending-center-to-strengthen-crypto-financial-infrastructure", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Exchange custody", "Institutional trading", "Lending", "API access" ], "summary": "Gate's institutional service describes secure custody as one module alongside trading, lending, APIs and operational support.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Confirm which Gate legal entity holds assets and whether the mandate uses exchange custody or an independent custodian.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching exchange custody.", "buyer_context": "Gate's institutional service describes secure custody as one module alongside trading, lending, APIs and operational support.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "KuCoin Institutional", "category": "Exchange Custody", "slug": "kucoin-institutional", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — exchange and external custody routes", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "kucoin-institutional-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Identify whether KuCoin or Cactus is the legal custodian for the selected workflow and confirm jurisdictional availability.", "sources": [ { "label": "KuCoin — Institutional launch", "url": "https://www.kucoin.com/announcement/en-kucoin-institutional-official-launch", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "KuCoin — Cactus Custody off-exchange solution", "url": "https://www.kucoin.com/announcement/en-kucoin-x-cactus-custody-off-exchange-solution", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Evidence reviewed — exchange and external custody routes", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "KuCoin Institutional includes custody within its exchange platform and separately supports an off-exchange arrangement with Cactus Custody.", "caveat": "Identify whether KuCoin or Cactus is the legal custodian for the selected workflow and confirm jurisdictional availability.", "source": { "label": "KuCoin — Institutional launch", "url": "https://www.kucoin.com/announcement/en-kucoin-institutional-official-launch", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Institutional exchange custody", "Third-party off-exchange custody", "Trading", "Lending" ], "summary": "KuCoin Institutional includes custody within its exchange platform and separately supports an off-exchange arrangement with Cactus Custody.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Identify whether KuCoin or Cactus is the legal custodian for the selected workflow and confirm jurisdictional availability.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching exchange custody.", "buyer_context": "KuCoin Institutional includes custody within its exchange platform and separately supports an off-exchange arrangement with Cactus Custody.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Bitget Institutional", "category": "Exchange Custody", "slug": "bitget-institutional", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — exchange and third-party custody", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "bitget-institutional-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Custody responsibility differs by route. Confirm the actual custodian, entity and settlement agreement.", "sources": [ { "label": "Bitget — institutional custody", "url": "https://www.bitget.com/custody", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Evidence reviewed — exchange and third-party custody", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "Bitget documents exchange custodial accounts and multiple third-party custody connections including Copper, Cactus, Fireblocks, OSL and Bitfire.", "caveat": "Custody responsibility differs by route. Confirm the actual custodian, entity and settlement agreement.", "source": { "label": "Bitget — institutional custody", "url": "https://www.bitget.com/custody", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Custodial accounts", "Third-party custody connectivity", "Institutional trading" ], "summary": "Bitget documents exchange custodial accounts and multiple third-party custody connections including Copper, Cactus, Fireblocks, OSL and Bitfire.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Custody responsibility differs by route. Confirm the actual custodian, entity and settlement agreement.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching exchange custody.", "buyer_context": "Bitget documents exchange custodial accounts and multiple third-party custody connections including Copper, Cactus, Fireblocks, OSL and Bitfire.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "HTX Institutional", "category": "Exchange Custody", "slug": "htx-institutional", "region": "Global", "status": "Evidence reviewed — third-party custody access", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "htx-institutional-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Treat HTX as the trading venue in this model, not the legal custodian. Verify the selected third-party custodian and tri-party agreement.", "sources": [ { "label": "HTX Institutional — third-party custody", "url": "https://www.htx.com/en-us/institutions/third-party", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Evidence reviewed — third-party custody access", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "HTX Institutional describes third-party custody where client assets stay with external custodians and HTX has no access to private keys.", "caveat": "Treat HTX as the trading venue in this model, not the legal custodian. Verify the selected third-party custodian and tri-party agreement.", "source": { "label": "HTX Institutional — third-party custody", "url": "https://www.htx.com/en-us/institutions/third-party", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Third-party custody connectivity", "Institutional trading", "T+0 settlement" ], "summary": "HTX Institutional describes third-party custody where client assets stay with external custodians and HTX has no access to private keys.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Treat HTX as the trading venue in this model, not the legal custodian. Verify the selected third-party custodian and tri-party agreement.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching exchange custody.", "buyer_context": "HTX Institutional describes third-party custody where client assets stay with external custodians and HTX has no access to private keys.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Deribit", "category": "Exchange Custody", "slug": "deribit", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "deribit-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "Retain as Exchange Custody but always identify whether Deribit or a third-party custodian is holding the assets.", "sources": [ { "label": "Deribit — FZE membership terms", "url": "https://support.deribit.com/hc/en-us/articles/25944532191645-Deribit-Exchange-Membership-Terms-Deribit-FZE", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Deribit — hybrid custody", "url": "https://insights.deribit.com/exchange-updates/deribit-accelerates-institutional-access-to-crypto-derivatives-with-new-hybrid-custody-compatibility/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Middle East", "regimes": [ "VARA-regulated virtual asset exchange — entity-specific" ], "authorities": [ "VARA" ], "basis": "Exchange safekeeping and hybrid custody arrangements", "evidence_class": "Provider-backed", "summary": "Deribit FZE membership terms define custody of virtual assets transferred to accounts and require segregation where Deribit provides custody. Deribit also supports third-party/hybrid custody.", "caveat": "Custody responsibility changes with the selected model; under third-party custody the external custodian remains solely responsible for custody and transfer services.", "source": { "label": "Deribit — FZE membership terms", "url": "https://support.deribit.com/hc/en-us/articles/25944532191645-Deribit-Exchange-Membership-Terms-Deribit-FZE", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Exchange custody", "Hybrid custody", "Third-party custodian connectivity", "Derivatives trading" ], "summary": "Deribit supports on-exchange custody and institutional hybrid custody integrations with specialist custodians.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [ "Exchange custody / hybrid third-party custody" ], "status": "reviewed_scope" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Current terms specify asset segregation for Deribit-provided custody; third-party custody controls belong to the selected custodian.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Deribit terms state clients retain legal title to crypto assets held in custody/margin, subject to applicable law and the contractual structure.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers evaluating exchange custody.", "buyer_context": "Retain as Exchange Custody but always identify whether Deribit or a third-party custodian is holding the assets.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "LMAX Digital", "category": "Exchange Custody", "slug": "lmax-digital", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "lmax-digital-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "Evidence supports active exchange custody; current insurance, segregation and contractual insolvency treatment should still be confirmed.", "sources": [ { "label": "LMAX Digital — custody technology", "url": "https://www.lmaxdigital.com/technology/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "LMAX Digital — overview", "url": "https://www.lmaxdigital.com/overview/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Europe", "regimes": [ "Gibraltar DLT provider — execution and custody" ], "authorities": [ "GFSC" ], "basis": "GFSC-regulated DLT execution and custody services", "evidence_class": "Provider-backed", "summary": "LMAX Digital states it is regulated by the Gibraltar Financial Services Commission as a DLT provider for execution and custody services.", "caveat": "Confirm the current asset list, legal entity and jurisdictional eligibility for the mandate.", "source": { "label": "LMAX Digital — custody technology", "url": "https://www.lmaxdigital.com/technology/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Digital asset custody", "Institutional exchange", "Cold/vault storage", "Settlement" ], "summary": "LMAX Digital combines institutional exchange execution with a full custodial solution for supported digital assets.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [ "Exchange custodial" ], "status": "reviewed_scope" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "LMAX documents tiered offline cold/vault wallets, multisignature controls, offline HSM processes and geographically separated key storage.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Client coins are described as held in cold or vault storage, with the majority in fully offline vault wallets.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers evaluating exchange custody.", "buyer_context": "Evidence supports active exchange custody; 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Keep outside normal custody comparison until a current primary source establishes a contracting custody service.", "sources": [ { "label": "CME Group — cryptocurrency benchmarks", "url": "https://www.cmegroup.com/market-data/cme-group-benchmark-administration/cryptocurrency-benchmarks.html", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "watch" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Status Watch — custody role not established", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "CME CF materials establish cryptocurrency reference rates and benchmarks, not a legal custody network operated by CME CF.", "caveat": "The directory name may imply custody. Keep outside normal custody comparison until a current primary source establishes a contracting custody service.", "source": { "label": "CME Group — cryptocurrency benchmarks", "url": "https://www.cmegroup.com/market-data/cme-group-benchmark-administration/cryptocurrency-benchmarks.html", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Cryptocurrency benchmarks", "Reference rates" ], "summary": "CME CF materials establish cryptocurrency reference rates and benchmarks, not a legal custody network operated by CME CF.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "The directory name may imply custody. Keep outside normal custody comparison until a current primary source establishes a contracting custody service.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers researching exchange custody.", "buyer_context": "CME CF materials establish cryptocurrency reference rates and benchmarks, not a legal custody network operated by CME CF.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Cboe Digital", "category": "Status Watch", "slug": "cboe-digital", "region": "Global", "status": "Status Watch — spot market closed", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "cboe-digital-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 2, "caveat": "Do not list Cboe Digital as a current spot custody candidate. Cboe's current role is derivatives and clearing infrastructure.", "sources": [ { "label": "Cboe — current U.S. regulation status", "url": "https://www.cboe.com/solutions/clearing/us/regulation", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Cboe — digital business update", "url": "https://www.cboe.com/insights/posts/cboe-digital-update-from-john-palmer-and-dave-howson/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "watch" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "Global", "regimes": [ "Entity-, product- and jurisdiction-specific" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Status Watch — spot market closed", "evidence_class": "Primary-source scope review", "summary": "Cboe states that Cboe Digital no longer operates a spot digital-asset market and surrendered the related state licences; digital-asset futures moved to Cboe Futures Exchange.", "caveat": "Do not list Cboe Digital as a current spot custody candidate. Cboe's current role is derivatives and clearing infrastructure.", "source": { "label": "Cboe — current U.S. regulation status", "url": "https://www.cboe.com/solutions/clearing/us/regulation", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Digital-asset derivatives", "Central clearing", "Historical spot market" ], "summary": "Cboe states that Cboe Digital no longer operates a spot digital-asset market and surrendered the related state licences; digital-asset futures moved to Cboe Futures Exchange.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Only controls explicitly stated in the cited primary sources should be relied on; request current assurance reports during due diligence.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Do not list Cboe Digital as a current spot custody candidate. 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"summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Bitso Business", "category": "Exchange Custody", "slug": "bitso-business", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "bitso-business-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "not_reviewed", "last_reviewed": null, "evidence_dimensions": 0, "caveat": null, "sources": [], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "not_reviewed", "region": null, "regimes": [], "authorities": [], "basis": null, "evidence_class": null, "summary": null, "caveat": null, "source": null }, "services": { "documented": [], "summary": "See provider profile.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" 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"reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Coincheck Institutional", "category": "Exchange Custody", "slug": "coincheck-institutional", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "coincheck-institutional-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "not_reviewed", "last_reviewed": null, "evidence_dimensions": 0, "caveat": null, "sources": [], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "not_reviewed", "region": null, "regimes": [], "authorities": [], "basis": null, "evidence_class": 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"client_profile": "See provider profile.", "buyer_context": "See provider profile.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Swyftx Institutional", "category": "Exchange Custody", "slug": "swyftx-institutional", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "swyftx-institutional-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "not_reviewed", "last_reviewed": null, "evidence_dimensions": 0, "caveat": null, "sources": [], "scope": "custody" }, "regulation": { "status": "not_reviewed", "region": null, "regimes": [], "authorities": [], "basis": null, "evidence_class": null, "summary": null, "caveat": null, "source": null }, "services": 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"partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [ "Custodial / non-custodial options" ], "status": "reviewed_scope" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Bitpanda documents certified HSM-backed key custody, policy approvals, immutable audit logs and high-availability architecture.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Custodial deployments place key safeguarding with the relevant Bitpanda entity; non-custodial deployments shift responsibility to the partner.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers evaluating digital asset custodians.", "buyer_context": "Classification corrected from Exchange Custody to Digital Asset Custodians because the current enterprise product is explicitly a standalone institutional custody offering.", "status": "summary_available" }, "assets": [], "blockchains": [], "geographies": [], "commercial": { "plan": "free", "featured": false, "lead_access": false } }, { "name": "Ripple Custody", "category": "Tokenization Infrastructure", "slug": "ripple-custody", "region": "Global", "status": "Unverified", "schema_version": "1.0", "profile_url": "ripple-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-17", "evidence_dimensions": 3, "caveat": "Do not equate the Ripple technology brand with a single regulated custody legal entity; verify the contracting entity.", "sources": [ { "label": "Ripple institutional platform", "url": "https://ripple.com/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Ripple / Standard Custody acquisition", "url": 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Reviewed materials distinguish these roles from the legal custodian of underlying fund assets.", "caveat": "Do not classify Securitize as the underlying asset custodian merely because it provides issuance, transfer-agent, broker-dealer, ATS or fund-administration services.", "source": { "label": "FINRA BrokerCheck — Securitize Markets, LLC", "url": "https://brokercheck.finra.org/firm/summary/283256", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Tokenization", "Transfer agent", "Broker-dealer", "ATS", "Fund administration" ], "summary": "Securitize provides end-to-end tokenization and regulated securities infrastructure. In reviewed tokenized-fund examples, underlying asset custody is performed by separate custodians such as State Street.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "not_reviewed" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "No custody-specific key-management assurance was treated as applicable because Securitize is classified here as tokenization/securities infrastructure rather than the legal third-party custodian.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Underlying securities custody depends on the product structure and appointed custodian. For example, Securitize materials for VanEck VBILL name State Street Bank and Trust Company as custodian of fund assets.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers evaluating tokenization infrastructure.", "buyer_context": "Securitize provides end-to-end tokenization and regulated securities infrastructure. 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"profile_url": "figure-custody-provider.html", "verification": { "status": "unverified", "method": "platform_claim_and_official_link", "last_checked": null, "note": "Directory verification is separate from editorial evidence review." }, "research": { "status": "evidence_reviewed", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18", "evidence_dimensions": 4, "caveat": "Classification corrected from Tokenization Infrastructure to Wallet Infrastructure to reflect the cited custody-control model; tokenized-market activity remains relevant context.", "sources": [ { "label": "Figure Markets — platform/self custody", "url": "https://figuremarkets.com/", "type": "Provider" }, { "label": "Figure Markets — terms of service", "url": "https://www.figuremarkets.com/disclosures/terms-of-service/", "type": "Provider" } ], "scope": "ecosystem" }, "regulation": { "status": "reviewed", "region": "North America", "regimes": [ "Product-specific financial/crypto frameworks" ], "authorities": [], "basis": "Self-custody wallet 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Canton explicitly describes a custody ecosystem with separate custody and wallet providers rather than acting as the custodian itself.", "caveat": "Do not classify Canton Network as a custody provider. Custody and signing authority remain with connected custodians, wallets or participating institutions.", "source": { "label": "Canton Network — homepage / DTCC tokenization", "url": "https://www.canton.network/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Institutional blockchain network", "Tokenization", "Settlement", "Collateral mobility", "Interoperability" ], "summary": "Canton provides privacy-enabled interoperable blockchain infrastructure for regulated financial applications, including tokenized assets, financing and settlement.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [], "status": "not_reviewed" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "Canton emphasizes privacy, permissioning, application-level control and institutional interoperability. 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Do not classify Fnality as legal safekeeper of investor crypto assets.", "source": { "label": "Fnality — payment systems", "url": "https://www.fnality.org/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Wholesale payments", "Atomic settlement", "DvP settlement", "Digital cash infrastructure" ], "summary": "Fnality provides institutional digital cash and real-time atomic settlement infrastructure for banks and tokenized markets.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [ "DLT payment/settlement system" ], "status": "reviewed_scope" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "The reviewed materials emphasize regulated payment-system design, central-bank backing and bankruptcy-remote settlement balances rather than custody controls.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Settlement balances are backed 1:1 by funds held at central bank under the Fnality system design; that is settlement-asset protection, not customer crypto custody.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers evaluating tokenization infrastructure.", "buyer_context": "Keep Fnality in Tokenization Infrastructure. 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Its public materials distinguish the market infrastructure from separate digital-custody partners such as Cashlink.", "caveat": "Do not infer a standalone 21X crypto-custody service from the DLT TSS framework; custody and key safeguarding may be delivered by participants or partners.", "source": { "label": "21X — services", "url": "https://21x.eu/services/", "last_reviewed": "2026-08-18" } }, "services": { "documented": [ "Tokenized securities trading", "On-chain settlement", "Registry services", "Issuance connectivity" ], "summary": "21X provides regulated issuance/listing, trading, registry and settlement infrastructure for tokenized financial instruments.", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "custody": { "documented_controls": [], "models": [ "DLT TSS infrastructure" ], "status": "reviewed_scope" }, "security": { "documented_certifications": [], "summary": "The reviewed sources establish regulated market infrastructure but do not establish a standalone custody-security assurance package for 21X as legal custodian.", "insurance_evidence": "not_documented", "status": "partially_structured_from_reviewed_evidence" }, "asset_protection": { "summary": "Asset recordkeeping and settlement occur within the DLT TSS; where separate custody is required, the legal custody chain must be verified independently.", "status": "reviewed_summary_available" }, "institutional_fit": { "client_profile": "Institutional buyers evaluating tokenization infrastructure.", "buyer_context": "Keep 21X in Tokenization Infrastructure. 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