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- Ripple Custody offers bank-grade security and 24/7 access for institutions entering tokenized markets.
- Leading banks including BBVA and DBS are already using the platform.
- The system meets SOC 2, ISO 27001, and EAL 5+ standards, with full governance and compliance oversight.
Ripple is expanding its institutional infrastructure with the launch of Ripple Custody, a security-focused platform designed for banks and regulated financial institutions entering the rapidly growing world of tokenized assets. With forecasts suggesting that up to 10% of global assets could be tokenized by 2030, Ripple is positioning its solution at the center of what could become a $16 trillion market segment.
Major Banks Already Onboard
Ripple Custody is already being used by notable financial institutions, including BBVA, SG Forge, DBS Bank, and DZ Bank. Built for continuous, around-the-clock operation, the system offers secure storage, settlement, and asset transfers.
Ripple says the goal is to give institutions reliable, uninterrupted access to tokenized securities, stablecoin payment rails, and digital market infrastructure — all without compromising security or operational control.
This focus is particularly relevant in markets where tokenized bonds, equities, and alternative assets are beginning to move from experimentation toward large-scale deployment.
Bank-Level Security Standards
Ripple Custody is engineered around hardware security modules (HSMs) from leading providers such as IBM Cloud HSM, Thales Luna, and AWS, all of which carry high-grade FIPS certifications.
Beyond hardware protections, the platform meets several globally recognized standards, including:
- SOC 2 Type II
- ISO 27001
- EAL 5+, a benchmark used in high-security environments
To support regulatory compliance, Ripple integrates tools from Elliptic and Chainalysis, enabling full monitoring of transactions for KYC, AML, and CFT purposes.
Governance Engine for Institutional Control
One of the system’s key capabilities is its governance policy engine, which provides real-time oversight of every transaction. This framework helps institutions prevent unauthorized actions, audit manipulation, or policy circumvention.
For organizations managing layered or complex structures, Ripple offers multi-tenancy support. This allows teams to segment permissions and responsibilities while still operating under the same secure infrastructure.
According to Reece Merrick, Ripple’s Managing Director for the Middle East and Africa, “trust isn’t a ‘nice to have’ — it’s the foundation.” He added that Ripple aims to deliver the level of security, compliance, and integration “institutions have been asking for.”
As tokenization accelerates globally, institutional adoption hinges on secure, compliant, and scalable custody solutions. Ripple’s new offering positions the company at the center of this transition, providing financial firms with the tools needed to interact confidently with an increasingly digital asset landscape.
Disclaimer: The information in this article is for general purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. The author’s views are personal and may not reflect the views of Chain Affairs. Before making any investment decisions, you should always conduct your own research. Chain Affairs is not responsible for any financial losses.
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