ST HELIER, JERSEY — OKX, a leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 technology company, has partnered with regulated digital asset custody provider Komainu and European digital asset manager CoinShares to enable CoinShares to trade 24/7 on OKX’s platform while assets remain securely held in segregated custody by Komainu.
Key Features of the Collaboration
This tripartite agreement advances institutional crypto trading by:
- Mitigating counterparty risk through third-party custody with Komainu
- Ensuring asset security via robust custody and settlement frameworks
- Enhancing liquidity access via OKX’s markets without compromising custody
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Industry Perspectives
Lennix Lai, Global CCO at OKX:
"This solution bridges institutional demand for secure custody with OKX’s liquidity. Traders gain market access while assets remain with a regulated custodian—critical for institutional adoption."
Lewis Fellas, CoinShares:
"Counterparty risk is a top concern for institutional investors. Our collaboration with OKX and Komainu addresses this through legal safeguards and operational transparency."
Nicolas Bertrand, CEO of Komainu:
"By combining OKX’s trading infrastructure with our custody expertise, we’re advancing trusted crypto markets for institutions."
Why This Matters for Institutional Crypto
- Risk Mitigation: Segregated custody reduces exposure to exchange-related risks.
- Regulatory Compliance: All partners operate under major financial authorities (JFSC, FCA, etc.).
- Operational Efficiency: 24/7 trading with instant settlement via OKX’s platform.
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FAQ Section
Q: How does segregated custody protect institutional assets?
A: Assets are held separately by Komainu, ensuring they’re never commingled with exchange funds.
Q: Can traders access OKX’s liquidity pools under this model?
A: Yes—CoinShares executes trades on OKX while Komainu settles transactions securely.
Q: Is this service available globally?
A: Currently tailored for jurisdictions where all three firms operate compliantly (e.g., Europe, Dubai).
About the Partners
- OKX: 50M+ users, EPL partner, monthly Proof of Reserves.
- CoinShares: Nasdaq-listed (CS), JFSC-regulated asset manager.
- Komainu: Joint venture by Nomura, CoinShares, and Ledger.
Disclaimer: Digital assets involve high risk. Consult financial advisors before trading.
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