Introduction
OKX, a premier cryptocurrency exchange and global onchain technology provider, alongside Komainu, a regulated digital asset custodian, has expanded their collaboration to deliver an advanced off-exchange custody solution for institutional clients. This upgrade enhances security, scalability, and operational efficiency for digital asset trading.
Key Enhancements to the Off-Exchange Custody Solution
The upgraded solution now includes the following features:
- Comprehensive Transaction Support: Facilitates both spot and derivatives trading on OKX.
- Automated Settlements: Streamlines profit/loss reconciliation between OKX and clients’ Komainu-held collateral wallets, improving capital efficiency.
- 24/7 Collateral Management: Clients can adjust collateral allocations via Komainu’s portal anytime.
- Transparent Reporting: Detailed transaction histories and consolidated custody/collateral wallet views for auditing.
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Institutional Benefits
- Risk Mitigation: Assets remain securely custodied by Komainu while trading on OKX, reducing counterparty exposure.
- Capital Optimization: Real-time collateral mirroring and intraday settlements enhance liquidity.
- Regulatory Compliance: Komainu’s multi-jurisdictional oversight ensures adherence to global standards.
Leadership Insights
Lennix Lai, OKX Global CCO:
"Our partnership with Komainu merges top-tier custody with OKX’s liquidity and infrastructure, meeting institutional demands for security and efficiency."
Komainu Co-CEOs:
- Paul Frost-Smith: "This expansion reflects our commitment to secure, scalable digital asset solutions."
- Robert Johnson: "We’re building a seamless, secure ecosystem for institutional clients."
FAQs
Q1: How does the off-exchange custody solution work?
A1: Clients trade on OKX while assets are held in Komainu’s segregated custody, with automated settlements and 24/7 collateral adjustments.
Q2: What trading instruments are supported?
A2: Both spot markets and derivatives (e.g., futures, options) on OKX.
Q3: How does this reduce counterparty risk?
A3: By decoupling custody (Komainu) from trading (OKX), clients avoid concentrated exchange exposure.
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About OKX Institutional
OKX provides institutional-grade crypto solutions, including OTC liquidity, structured products, and APIs. With 700+ spot pairs, 280+ derivatives, and 125x leverage, OKX ensures high security (99.99% uptime) and deep liquidity.
Key Stats:
- Monthly Proof-of-Reserves audits.
- Regulatory compliance across major jurisdictions.
About Komainu
A regulated custodian headquartered in Jersey, Komainu offers:
- Multi-asset support.
- Bank-grade governance.
- Services in Dubai, UK, Italy, and Singapore.
For inquiries, contact:
- OKX: [email protected]
- Komainu: [email protected]
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