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Operating sinceZodia Custody is an institutional-grade digital asset custodian established in late 2020 through SC Ventures, the innovation arm of Standard Chartered, in partnership with Northern Trust. The firm is designed to bridge traditional finance and digital assets with bank-grade security, governance, and regulatory compliance. Zodia operates 24/7 across 7 offices — London, Dublin, Luxembourg, UAE, Sydney, Singapore, and Hong Kong — serving clients in more than 15 jurisdictions with over 150 employees. Its regulatory footprint includes FCA registration (UK), MiCA authorisation via Luxembourg's CSSF (EU-wide passporting), ADGM FSRA regulation (UAE, operating as Tungsten Custody Solutions Ltd), and Hong Kong Companies Registry registration. Shareholders include Standard Chartered, Northern Trust, SBI Holdings, National Australia Bank, and Emirates NBD. In May 2026, Standard Chartered confirmed its acquisition of Zodia Custody. Service pillars include Hold (Custody), Trade (Interchange & Switch), Earn (Staking & Rewards), and institutional Solutions infrastructure. Zodia supports 75+ digital assets and serves clients including DWS Group's Xtrackers ETPs.
To enable global institutions, corporations, and professional investors to embrace the digital asset future without compromising on security, standards, and principles.
