Institutional demand for secure, efficient, and compliant digital asset trading solutions continues to grow. In response, we’re proud to announce a significant expansion of our partnership with Komainu, a leading regulated digital asset custodian built by institutions for institutions. This collaboration strengthens our off-exchange custody offering, delivering enhanced security, capital efficiency, and operational flexibility for institutional clients trading on our platform.
A Trusted Foundation: The Evolution of Our Collaboration
Our journey with Komainu began in June 2023, when we integrated with Komainu Connect, their institutional-grade collateral management platform. This initial integration enabled clients to trade segregated assets under custody while storing their digital assets with a regulated third-party custodian. The result? A secure, 24/7 off-exchange settlement solution that significantly reduces counterparty risk.
Now, we’re taking this partnership further. The upgraded solution introduces a suite of powerful enhancements designed to meet the evolving needs of professional traders, hedge funds, asset managers, and other institutional participants in the digital asset ecosystem.
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Key Enhancements in the Upgraded Off-Exchange Solution
The latest iteration of our off-exchange custody solution brings several critical improvements that elevate both functionality and user experience:
1. Expanded Transaction Support: Spot and Derivatives
The enhanced platform now supports both spot and derivatives transactions, providing clients with greater flexibility. Whether executing cash trades or leveraging futures contracts, institutions can now manage all their trading activity through a single, secure infrastructure—without compromising custody control.
2. Automated Settlement for Greater Efficiency
Manual reconciliation is a thing of the past. With automated settlement, client profit and loss (PnL) are seamlessly transferred between our trading platform and the client’s collateral wallet hosted in Komainu’s custody. This automation enhances capital efficiency, reduces operational overhead, and further minimizes counterparty exposure.
3. 24/7 Collateral Adjustment
One of the most powerful upgrades is the ability to adjust collateral in real time, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Clients can dynamically delegate or withdraw collateral from their regulated wallet via the Komainu portal, responding instantly to market movements or margin requirements without delays.
4. Transparent Transaction and Settlement History
Transparency is key for institutional compliance and auditing. Clients now have full access to a detailed transaction and settlement history through the Komainu portal. Every movement of funds, every PnL transfer, and every collateral adjustment is logged and easily retrievable.
5. Unified View of Custody and Collateral Wallets
For improved oversight and auditability, the solution offers a holistic view of both custody and collateral wallets within a single interface. This consolidation simplifies asset tracking, strengthens internal controls, and supports robust risk management practices.
Why This Matters for Institutional Traders
The digital asset market is maturing rapidly, and institutional adoption is accelerating. As more traditional financial players enter the space, they bring with them high expectations for security, regulatory compliance, and operational resilience.
Our enhanced off-exchange custody solution directly addresses these needs by combining:
- Regulated custody from Komainu
- Deep liquidity and advanced trading tools from our platform
- Real-time collateral mirroring and intraday settlement
This trifecta enables institutions to optimize capital usage, maintain full control over their assets, and trade with confidence—anytime, anywhere.
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Proven Adoption: CoinShares Joins as First Client
The value of this solution is already being realized in the market. On November 15, 2023, we announced that CoinShares, a leading European digital asset investment firm, became the first client to leverage this collaboration. Through the integration, CoinShares gained the ability to conduct 24/7 trading on our platform while keeping its assets securely held in segregated custody with Komainu.
This milestone underscores the growing demand for institutional-grade infrastructure that bridges the gap between traditional finance principles and the innovation of crypto markets.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What is off-exchange custody?
A: Off-exchange custody allows clients to keep their digital assets stored with a regulated third-party custodian (like Komainu) while still being able to trade on an exchange platform. The assets remain under external custody rather than being deposited directly onto the exchange, reducing counterparty risk.
Q: How does automated settlement work?
A: When a trade generates profit or loss, the system automatically settles the amount between the trading platform and the client’s collateral wallet in Komainu. This eliminates manual processes, speeds up fund availability, and improves capital efficiency.
Q: Is this solution available globally?
A: While the core technology is globally accessible, product availability may vary by jurisdiction due to regulatory requirements. Please consult local regulations or platform guidelines for eligibility.
Q: Can I adjust my collateral during weekends or holidays?
A: Yes. One of the key benefits is 24/7 collateral adjustment via the Komainu portal, allowing you to respond to market conditions at any time.
Q: Who can benefit from this enhanced custody solution?
A: This solution is ideal for hedge funds, family offices, asset managers, proprietary trading firms, and any institution seeking secure, compliant, and efficient access to crypto markets.
Q: Does this integration support all types of crypto assets?
A: The solution supports a wide range of major digital assets used in spot and derivatives trading. Supported assets are subject to platform listing policies and regulatory compliance.
The Future of Institutional Crypto Trading
Security and efficiency are no longer trade-offs—they are prerequisites. By deepening our partnership with Komainu, we’re setting a new standard for institutional crypto trading infrastructure. This enhanced off-exchange custody solution empowers professional traders with the tools they need to operate safely, scale effectively, and thrive in a fast-moving market.
As adoption grows and regulatory frameworks evolve, we remain committed to building solutions that align with institutional standards—without sacrificing the innovation that makes digital assets so transformative.
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