Chainlink
Chainlink CustodySync connects qualified custodians to DeFi lending markets while keeping assets in custody. The solution launched with Anchorage Digital as the first partner.
Crypto Exchanges
OKX maintains monthly proof of reserves reports using zk-STARK proofs that cover $36 billion in on-chain assets across 22 cryptocurrencies.
Cryptocurrency Exchange
Spotex operates a retail spot exchange and an institutional FX ECN that added crypto services. Daily on-chain proof of reserves and a new Caladan liquidity partnership are central to its setup.
Stablecoin
HSBC RedCoin launched on 23 October 2026 as an HKD stablecoin for PayMe users, fully backed by segregated assets with daily reserve reporting.
Crypto Exchange
Bitget plans to enter Thailand through acquisition of a licensed local exchange, with regulatory approval still pending as of late October 2026.
Crypto Exchange
WhiteBIT is a Lithuania-based CEX offering spot and derivatives trading with volume discounts and strong security certifications. This review examines fees, audits, and reserve coverage.
Bitgo
BitGo Gokubu launched October 21, 2026, as a consumer app with an AI-assisted Visa card for spending optimization and automated rewards paid in $GKU tokens.
Cryptocurrency Exchanges
Bybit secured a VARA licence for spot exchange services through its Dubai entity. This review covers trading features, fee structure, and remaining regulatory questions.
Banking Technology
Jack Henry announced integration with Google Cloud Universal Ledger in October 2026 to support tokenized deposits for community banks and credit unions.
