Understanding Cold Wallet & the Concept of Cold Storage

Understanding Cold Wallet & the Concept of Cold Storage

For enterprises and institutions entrusted with managing substantial crypto assets, security is mission-critical. Control over private keys directly equates to control over funds, and in the event of a breach, the consequences are immediate and irreversible. With sophisticated online attacks, ranging from targeted malware to phishing campaigns, emerging daily, robust security protocols are no longer […]

Top 10 Best Crypto Wallets in 2025: What’s Right for You?

Top 10 Best Crypto Wallets in 2025: What’s Right for You?

Choosing the best crypto wallet can make or break your digital asset experience. A crypto wallet stores your private keys—the digital codes that prove you own your cryptocurrency—and lets you send, receive, and manage your assets securely. According to a 2025 industry survey, 87% of crypto investors use more than one wallet to diversify asset […]

How to Set Up a Crypto Wallet for Beginners

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Getting started with crypto begins with a wallet. Think of it as your personal control panel for digital assets—where you receive, store, and send coins and tokens. With hundreds of millions now holding crypto globally, learning crypto wallet basics is as practical today as mastering online banking was a decade ago—by 2025, an estimated 861 […]

Why Institutions Choose Custodians: Balancing Security, Compliance and Control

Why Institutions Choose Custodians: Balancing Security, Compliance and Control

The Evolving Role of Custody in Institutional Crypto The crypto industry’s early emphasis on self-custody reflected its foundational principles of autonomy and decentralization. However, as institutional participation grows, practical considerations around compliance, risk management, and operational efficiency have become equally important. While self-custody  remains a viable option for many users, institutional investors managing significant digital […]

What is Multi-Party Computation (MPC) Wallet?

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What is MPC Wallet? A Multi-Party Computation wallet distributes a private key across multiple parties so that no single entity ever has access to the full key. When a transaction is signed, each party uses their portion (or “share”) of the key to generate a partial signature. These partials are then combined into one valid […]

From Instant Settlements to Filling Security Gaps: Why Payment Gateways Need Custody

From Instant Settlements to Filling Security Gaps: Why Payment Gateways Need Custody

As millions of consumers hold digital assets, business leaders are exploring crypto payments to capture new markets and streamline cross-border transactions. Surveys show 56% of consumers prefer merchants that accept crypto, and 85% of merchants view crypto payments as a way to reach new customers. At the same time, blockchain technology offers real-world benefits for commerce: transactions […]

Bybit Hack Highlights Critical Lessons in Crypto Custody and Security

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The $1.5 Billion Bybit Security Breach: What Happened? In February 2025, Bybit, one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges, suffered a major security breach, resulting in the theft of 401,000 ETH (valued at approximately $1.5 billion). The attack occurred during a cold-to-warm wallet transfer, a routine process meant to ensure liquidity for daily trading. While […]

Innovation in Crypto Custody: How MPC Wallets Enhance User Control

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Innovation in Crypto Custody The cryptocurrency market has exploded in recent years, attracting millions of new users. However, with this growth comes a critical challenge: securing these valuable digital assets. Traditional financial institutions offer established custody solutions for fiat currencies and securities. In the crypto realm, however, custody remains a complex and evolving landscape. This […]

Secure Crypto Transactions for Business

Steps to Sending and Receiving Cryptocurrency Safely for Businesses

$300M Lost in a Click — Why Enterprise Crypto Risk Starts with the Basics In early 2024, a leading crypto hedge fund suffered a devastating loss of over $300 million in digital assets. This wasn’t due to a complex hack, but a fundamental operational failure: a misconfigured wallet, absence of a multi-signature policy, and no […]

What Are Crypto Custody Services: The Key to Institutional Adoption

Why Crypto Custody Services Are The Key to Institutional Adoption

Bitcoin and Ethereum have revolutionized finance, creating new wealth and opportunities—but they have also created massive risks for those who fail to protect their assets. Mt. Gox lost 850,000 BTC in one of the largest exchange hacks in history. FTX collapsed, leaving billions in frozen assets. Countless investors have lost everything due to poor custody […]

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Mr. Ooi is the former Chairman of the Board of Directors of OCBC Bank, Singapore. He served as a Special Advisor in Bank Negara Malaysia and, prior to that, was the Deputy Governor and a Member of the Board of Directors.

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