Fineqia AG Partners with Copper.co to Provide Custody for ETN Business

Fineqia International Inc., a digital asset and investment firm, has announced a partnership between its subsidiary, Fineqia AG, and Copper.co, a provider of digital asset custody, collateral management, and prime services.

Copper to provide secure custody solutions for @FineqiaPlatform AG’s Exchange-Traded Note (ETN) business.

🗣️ “Providing secure custody solutions for the digital assets backing our ETNs is a top priority,” said Matteo Greco, Digital Asset Research Analyst at Fineqia International… pic.twitter.com/ph2R6jPVdn

— Copper.co (@CopperHQ) February 6, 2025

In an announcement shared with Cryptonews, the firms said they seek to enhance the security and integrity of Fineqia AG’s exchange-traded note (ETN) business by leveraging Copper’s institutional-grade custody services.

“We are excited to develop a mutually beneficial relationship. Copper’s advanced custody solutions are industry-leading, making us a trusted partner for firms innovating in the digital asset investment industry,” said Ross Budgen, client solutions director at Copper.

“Providing secure custody solutions for the digital assets backing our ETNs is a top priority. This collaboration underscores Fineqia AG’s commitment to offering reliable and transparent products,” added Matteo Greco, digital asset research analyst at Fineqia International.

Why Secure Custody Matters for ETNs

In the issuance of ETNs, secure custody is crucial to protect the underlying digital assets from risks such as theft, loss, or unauthorized access.

Copper’s custody infrastructure is designed to safeguard these assets effectively, reinforcing investor confidence.

By entrusting asset custody to Copper, Fineqia AG underscores its commitment to reliable and transparent investment products, which, in turn, fosters greater trust among institutional investors.

Fineqia’s New Crypto ETN & ETP Overview

On January 24, 2025, Fineqia AG announced the issuance of a new ETN that deploys underlying crypto assets in decentralized finance (DeFi).

Exciting news from Fineqia! We’re proud to announce the launch of the world’s first ETN that deploys underlying digital assets in DeFi!

Introducing the Fineqia FTSE Cardano Enhanced Yield ETN (Ticker: YADA), offering unique access to digital assets and DeFi yields. pic.twitter.com/Q4WNEjn6oL

— Fineqia (@FineqiaPlatform) January 24, 2025

Dubbed the Fineqia FTSE Cardano Enhanced Yield ETN (Ticker: YADA), it is listed on the Vienna Stock Exchange.

According to the firm, the product offers institutional investors exposure to Cardano and DeFi, leveraging FTSE Russell’s expertise in index management.

Exchange-traded products (ETPs)—including ETNs and ETFs—allow investors to gain exposure to various assets, including digital assets, in a familiar exchange-traded format.

ETNs, such as those issued by Fineqia AG, are debt instruments that track the performance of specific underlying assets.

By combining well-managed custody solutions and an established index provider, Fineqia AG seeks to deliver a secure, transparent, and accessible path for institutional investors exploring the digital asset space.