Best Crypto Custodians for Startups

Cobo Custody is compliant, military-grade institutional crypto custody that balances security and efficiency. With industry leading security and technology such as 3-tier private key storage architecture, HSM signing, multi-signature access, key sharding, and global key distribution, it is the most secure custody solution in the market. Its specialized set of risk management configuration such as optimized risk control framework, on-chain monitoring expertise, and custom access and workflows, it supports institutional security and team collaboration needs and eliminates single points of failure and operational risk errors. Cobo Custody protects your crypto, whilst giving you efficient access when you need it. Cobo keeps your digital assets secure through two customisable custodial solutions: HSM and MPC.

Gemini is a simple, elegant, and secure platform to build your crypto portfolio. Buying, selling, and storing your cryptocurrency has never been this seamless. Whether you’re an experienced trader or just getting started, Gemini has all the tools you need to buy, sell, or store your crypto. Gemini is a licensed New York trust company that undergoes regular bank exams and is subject to the cybersecurity audits conducted by the New York Department of Financial Services. SOC Certifications - Gemini is SOC 1 Type 1 and SOC 2 Type 2 compliant. We are the world’s first cryptocurrency exchange and custodian to complete these exams. Hardware Security Keys - secure your account with a hardware security key via WebAuthn. Insurance Coverage - all crypto held online in our exchange wallet is insured and we use best-in-industry cold storage coverage with leading insurance providers.

With NodeVenture, TMIA GmbH has developed an innovative technology that combines the security of offline wallets with the user-friendliness of online wallets in a regulatory environment. NodeVenture's secure wallet system stores digital assets in a completely disconnected offline area called cold storage. With our patented data transfer technology, users can access their assets at any time through the NodeVenture WebApp. Data exchanges are fully automated, eliminating the possibility of human mishaps or external threats. Our technology does not use a network protocol for data exchange and allows for uninterrupted interaction with the user's private key. The user's wallet is surrounded by an air gap as an additional layer of security. The wallet infrastructure of NodeVenture is blockchain agnostic, with BTC, ETH (ERC20) and LTC already integrated. NodeVenture is offered as white label and via API. Our company is certified to ISO 27001 and received the ISAE 3000 attestation Type 1 & 2.

CheckSig's unique infrastructure provides a fully managed, integrated custody and market access solution for financial services, institutional investors and HNWI. - Multicoin & multiexchange order routing with best execution - Over The Counter capabilities - Configurable multi-sig, multi-level segregated custody environments with Proof of Reserves - Advanced B2B2C services, including tax reporting and training Top notch compliance and security - Licensed in Italy under the OAM register - Fully direct insurance coverage on AuC - SOC1 and SOC2 attestations - Public Proof of Reserves since 2020 CheckSig's platform is accessed by financial institutions and isntitutionals through extensive API connectivity and customized processes, and available as a full white-label. HNWI and Family Offices can open personal and business accounts, and are assisted by a dedicated account manager for a white-glove assisted experience.

The only FIPS 140 L2 certified Multi-Party-computation (MPC) security platform for digital assets. With Unbound’s Crypto Asset Security Platform (CASP) you can define multi-party risk-based approval policies that adhere to local regulations, can integrate HSMs and offline signers into one MPC based platform. A FIPS 140 L2 certified software solution that eliminates this single point of failure of public-key cryptography by giving you a secure, distributed way to sign transactions while managing all your digital assets. With Unbound CASP, institutional investors don’t have to choose between regulatory adherence, peace of mind, and asset productivity. One comprehensive system that safeguards digital assets in both ‘cold’ and ‘hot’ vaults, while using MPC-based workflows and approval policies to secure the transfers between the two types of vaults. CASP supports any approval-policy structuring and any (unlimited) number of cryptographically validated signers.

An integral custody and open finance service for institutional clients and accredited investors to manage digital assets in a secure, insured and compliant way. Headquartered in Singapore, Onchain Custodian® (ONC) offers a global, standardised, resilient, insured and compliant custody service for the safekeeping of institutional digital asset investments with incomparable user experience. ONC's solution is built with flexibility to meet the possible futures of crypto custody. Best practices around digital asset custody are essential to the future of this industry. Onchain Custodian® is committed to work with customers and partners to build the global standard for digital asset custody. Our SAFE™ digital asset custody platform has been developed with the highest level of security. We offer comprehensive reporting services to facilitate efficient and transparent management of your digital asset holdings.

Build, run and scale a profitable digital asset business. Fireblocks is an all-in-one platform to store, transfer, and issue digital assets across your entire ecosystem. With the Fireblocks DeFi API and Browser Extension, you can now securely access the full range of DeFi protocols for strategies like decentralized exchange (DEX) trading, lending/borrowing, staking, and yield farming. Secure customer and investor funds from cyber attacks, internal collusion and human error with a multi-layer technology that combines the latest breakthroughs in MPC cryptography with hardware isolation. Move and settle assets 24/7 using the first & only institutional asset transfer network. Maximize your balance sheet, reduce counterparty risk, and unlock new revenue opportunities. Enjoy peace of mind with the only insurance policy that covers assets in storage, transfer and E&O. SOC 2 Type II and regular pen testing from ComSec and NCC Group.

Liminal Custody is the only digital asset custodian with CCSS Level-3 certification. They maintain SOC2 Type 1 & Type 2, ISO 27001 & ISO 27701 certifications, and employ FIPS 140-2 validated HSMs for robust key management. Liminal currently holds a TCSP License in Hong Kong and has secured In-Principle Approval for an FSP License in ADGM, demonstrating their unwavering commitment to industry standards and regulatory compliance. Clients can expect top-tier encryption coupled with MPC (multi-party computation) & Multi-sig technology, comprehensive transaction monitoring for travel rule compliance, extensive token support, and dedicated support for seamless custody operations

BitGo provides the most secure and scalable wallet solutions for the digital asset economy, offering regulated custody, staking and trading, and core infrastructure to investors and builders alike. BitGo is the leader in custody and security solutions. Founded in 2013, BitGo is the first digital asset company to focus exclusively on serving institutional clients. In 2018, it launched BitGo Trust Company, the first qualified custodian purpose-built for storing digital assets and established BitGo New York Trust in 2021. In 2022, BitGo launched institutional-grade DeFi, NFT and web3 services. BitGo also offers market leading trading, lending, and borrowing services and supports over 700 digital assets on its platform. BitGo provides the security and operational backbone for more than 1500 institutional clients in 50 countries, including many of the world’s top cryptocurrency exchanges and platforms.