Custody
Centralized Exchanges Are Here to Stay
While the collapse of FTX shook confidence in centralized crypto services, regulated exchanges are arguably more secure and offer users "peace of mind," DBS Digital Exchange CEO Lionel Lim writes.
As Bitcoin Scales, We Need Better Custodial Solutions
If Bitcoin is going to scale through layer 2s, then we need more options and more clarity around the trade-offs between the different ways to use the cryptocurrency.
SEC Blasted on Custody Proposal by JPMorgan, Crypto Firms and a Fellow Agency
The U.S. securities regulator recently proposed requiring investment advisers to keep customers’ crypto assets with “qualified custodians” and is now facing wide criticism for the potential future rule.
Estate and Legacy Planning for Crypto Assets
Legacy and estate planning is crucial for cryptocurrency holders because, unlike traditional assets, cryptocurrencies are not regulated by centralized authorities, making it difficult for heirs to access them after the owner's death. Proper planning can ensure that digital assets are successfully transferred to loved ones and beneficiaries.
Ex-a16z Engineering and Security Heavyweights to Start Crypto Custody Firm: Source
A16z’s former CTO, Riyaz Faizullabhoy, and former CISO Nassim Eddequiouaq have the blessing and seed backing of the venture-capital giant, a person familiar with the plans said.
Crypto Lending Protocol MakerDAO Approves Transferring a Maximum of $500M in USDC to Coinbase Custody for 2.6% Yield
The maneuver is part of MakerDAO’s earlier decision to move up to $1.6 billion of USDC stablecoins to Coinbase’s custody arm.
Crypto Custody Explained: Benefits and Risks
There is no shortage of horror stories about stolen funds, hacks and lost passwords in the crypto industry. This is where crypto custody comes into play. Casa CEO Nick Neuman breaks down three types of custodians, as well as the benefits and risks of each.
Hard-Wallet Maker Ledger, Crypto Custodian Etana Target Institutions With Regulated Custody
The companies are looking to make it easier for institutions to hold digital assets and bolster investor confidence in the market.
Cubist Launches Bank-Grade Ethereum Key Management Service
The company also announced Web3 staking provider Ankr as its first key management customer.
Nomura-Backed Komainu to Offer Segregated Crypto Collateral Product for Institutions
Komainu Connect will let clients deploy digital assets in collateralization scenarios, while they remain in segregated custody and verifiable on chain.
