Komainu, the regulated institutional digital asset custodian backed by Laser Digital and Blockstream, today announced that Bybit — the world’s second‑largest crypto exchange by trading volume — has joined Komainu Connect. The integration lets institutional clients trade around the clock while keeping assets securely held with a regulated, third‑party custodian.
By linking custody directly with exchange access, Komainu Connect enables assets to remain in segregated custody wallets yet be tradable on an exchange. This model reduces counterparty exposure and removes the need for clients to pre‑fund exchange accounts, because regular, automated off‑exchange settlement reconciles positions without on‑exchange pre‑deposit requirements.
What Komainu Connect delivers
– Collateral mirroring: delegated assets in custody are mirrored on‑exchange so balances remain aligned.
– Off‑exchange settlement: automated settlement flows eliminate routine pre‑funding of exchange wallets.
– On‑chain, bankruptcy‑remote segregation: assets are held in legally clarified, segregated wallets for transparency and recovery clarity.
– Client‑by‑client wallet structure: a clear, holistic view of custody and collateral per client.
– Institutional scale and coverage: broad asset support and market connectivity to exchanges, lenders, and brokers.
Komainu is expanding Komainu Connect by building direct integrations with market counterparties and using advanced connectivity to provide fast, seamless access to liquidity and services for active institutional traders.
Paul Frost Smith, Co‑CEO of Komainu, said the integration strengthens market access without compromising security or compliance. He noted institutional demand for the ability to act on opportunities in real time while maintaining regulated custody, and described Komainu Connect as the bridge that lets investors trade efficiently with custody protections in place.
Yoyee Wang, Head of Business to Business Unit at Bybit, said the partnership reflects Bybit’s emphasis on trust and security and helps meet client demand for regulated custody combined with the flexibility and scale of a major exchange.
About Bybit
Bybit is the world’s second‑largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of more than 60 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit focuses on Web3, infrastructure partnerships, and on‑chain innovation while offering custody services, diverse marketplaces, and advanced blockchain tools. Learn more at https://bybit.com/ or visit the press page: https://www.bybit.com/en/press
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About Komainu
Komainu is an institutional gateway for digital assets with headquarters in Jersey and offices in London, Dubai, and Singapore. It provides bank‑grade custody, servicing, and financing infrastructure under multi‑jurisdictional regulatory oversight.
Komainu (Jersey) Limited is regulated by the Jersey Financial Services Commission. Komainu MEA FZE is regulated by the Dubai Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority. Komainu Connect services are available through Komainu (Jersey) Limited. More information: https://www.komainu.com/