ST HELLIER, JERSEY – OKX, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and a leading Web3 technology company, has partnered with regulated digital asset custody service provider Komainu. This collaboration integrates OKX into Komainu Connect, allowing institutional clients to trade segregated assets under custody securely and around the clock via the OKX platform.
Key Benefits of the Partnership
- 24/7 Secure Trading: Institutions can trade assets held in custody without transferring collateral to counterparties.
- Reduced Counterparty Risk: Komainu Connect eliminates the need to store collateral with trading partners, enhancing asset safety.
- Institutional-Grade Custody: Combines OKX’s liquidity with Komainu’s compliant custody solutions.
What Is Komainu Connect?
Launched in April 2023, Komainu Connect is a collateral management platform designed to:
- Minimize settlement risk through off-exchange tripartite mirroring.
- Enable real-time trading while assets remain in custody.
- Support institutions requiring portfolio margin accounts and liquid markets.
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Executive Insights
Nicolas Bertrand, CEO of Komainu:
"This partnership reflects our shared commitment to secure, compliant digital asset custody. OKX’s market leadership and our institutional expertise foster trust and innovation."
Lennix Lai, OKX Global CCO:
"Investors gain custody security without sacrificing market opportunities—a critical need for institutions."
Why Institutions Choose Komainu
Founded in 2018, Komainu provides custody services to:
| Client Type | Examples |
|---------------------|-----------------------------------|
| Exchanges | Trading platforms |
| Financial Institutions | Banks, hedge funds |
| Government Agencies | Regulatory bodies |
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FAQs
Q: How does Komainu Connect improve security?
A: It allows trading without moving collateral, reducing exposure to counterparty risk.
Q: Can assets be traded instantly?
A: Yes, institutions access OKX’s liquid markets while assets remain custodied.
Q: Is this service available globally?
A: Komainu operates in compliant jurisdictions, subject to local regulations.
Keywords
- Institutional crypto trading
- Digital asset custody
- OKX and Komainu
- Collateral management
- Segregated assets
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