HashKey
Qualified Custodian
Established Est. 2018
Hong Kong
21Rates Quality Score: 7.2/10
HashKey Group (est. 2018, Hong Kong) is Asia’s leading compliant digital asset financial services group operating licensed exchanges, custody, and asset management across Hong Kong, Singapore, Japan, and Bermuda.
Custody Model
ModelHosted Custody
LicensesHong Kong SFC Type 1 (Securities), Type 9 (Asset Management)
RegulatoryHong Kong SFC regulations, AML/CTF compliance
JurisdictionHong Kong (SFC-licensed)
Fees & Minimums
Fee StructureCustom institutional pricing based on AUM and service package. Contact for quotes. Minimum $1M AUM.
Min Balance$1,000,000
WithdrawalsCustom institutional limits
Security
Cold Storage98% cold storage
InsuranceComprehensive insurance coverage
Proof of Reserves No
Asset SegregationYes
AuditsAnnual regulatory audits by SFC
Features
API Access Not available
Mobile App Yes
Hardware Wallet Not supported
Institutional Available
Integrated Trading Yes
AssetsBTC, ETH, SOL, ADA, DOT, 20+ digital assets
Frequently Asked Questions About HashKey
HashKey is a qualified custodian, meaning it is a regulated financial institution authorised to hold client assets. This is important for institutional investors who are legally required to use a qualified custodian under regulations such as the SEC Custody Rule.
HashKey carries the following insurance coverage: Comprehensive insurance coverage. Always confirm specific coverage terms, limits, and exclusions directly with HashKey before depositing assets.
HashKey stores 98% cold storage of assets in cold storage (offline). Cold storage protects against remote hacking by keeping private keys disconnected from the internet.
HashKey's fee structure: Custom institutional pricing based on AUM and service package. Contact for quotes. Minimum $1M AUM.. Custody fees are typically charged as an annual basis-point fee on assets under custody or a flat monthly fee.
The minimum balance requirement at HashKey is $1,000,000. This may vary based on account type and service tier.
About this analysis
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Last verified: August 2026