FAQ
SCRYPT Frequently Asked Questions
SCRYPT is the Swiss-based institutional crypto partner behind firms starting or scaling their digital asset journey. Headquartered in Zug, the company combines market access, proprietary technology, and Swiss regulatory oversight to enable institutions trade, custody, and invest in digital assets with confidence.
Built for Execution
Designed by traders, engineered for performance. We deliver speed, reliability, and precision at institutional scale.
Machine Precision. Human Focus.
Our proprietary infrastructure meets white-glove support. Execution-grade tech, backed by people you can count on.
Always On. Fully Covered.
24/7 trading, support, and settlement with FX & stablecoin rails across 10+ currencies. We never close. Because markets move fast, and so do we.
Licensed to Deliver
SCRYPT operates under Swiss regulatory frameworks:
- FINMA-licensed Portfolio Manager
- VQF-supervised Financial Intermediary
Trusted by institutional clients in 40+ countries,
we deliver compliant and secure execution, built for scale.
We serve institutional clients in over 40 jurisdictions across LATAM, Europe, the Middle East, and APAC - with global trading coverage, stablecoin rails, and 24/7 support. We are headquartered in Zug, Switzerland - at the heart of the Swiss Crypto Valley.
SCRYPT operates under two legal entities:
- SCRYPT Digital Trading AG – Member of the Self-Regulatory Organisation (VQF)
- SCRYPT Digital Investments AG – Licensed Portfolio Manager by FINMA and affiliated with FINcontrol Suisse AG
Crypto exchanges act as venues: client trades against unknown counterparties through a public order book, with pre-funding, slippage, and support gaps. SCRYPT is your single licensed counterparty - you trade directly with us. We consolidate deep liquidity from top venues & market makers, eliminate order book friction, and ensure secure trade execution with better pricing, no delays and 24/7 human support.
Our onboarding is fast and compliant, following VQF-aligned KYC/AML standards. Your Relationship Manager will provide a secure link to submit documents - ensuring a smooth, secure, and seamless process.
Most institutions are onboarded within 48–72 hours after submitting all required documents.
We serve banks, brokers, fintechs, payment service providers, family offices, asset managers, hedge funds, crypto projects, and commodity traders - institutions that require high-performance execution and a trusted partner for digital assets.
No. SCRYPT only processes payments to and from accounts held by the onboarded entity.
Third-party payments are not permitted.
You can connect via secure API (WebSocket or FIX), our institutional-grade UI, or directly through our 24/7 Voice/Chat execution - whatever fits your workflow best.
Yes. SCRYPT enables seamless fiat-to-crypto and crypto-to-fiat conversion through secure on and off ramps with instant settlement, stablecoin access, and local rails across 10+ fiat currencies and global markets.
SCRYPT supports 250+ crypto assets and major stablecoins, over 4,000 trading pairs, and 10+ fiat currencies - including USD, EUR, GBP, CHF, BRL, SGD and AED.
Settlements are near-instant and available 24/7. We provide stablecoin & fiat rails across global markets to move funds quickly - with no delays, no friction.
Our pricing model is transparent with tight spreads and no hidden or additional fees. The price you see is what you get. For more details on pricing - Contact Us
Yes. SCRYPT offers post-trade settlement to clients. This feature enables you to view prices and execute trades without the pre-funding requirement.
We’re built for institutional scale. While OTC trades typically start at $100K+, our solution supports trade execution of any size - from high-frequency orders to high-volume flows.
Yes. SCRYPT supports stablecoins like USDC, USDT, and EURC for both funding & settlement.
- MARKET ORDER
Executes the full order immediately at the best available price - prioritising speed over price control. - LIMIT ORDER
Executes only at your specified price or better - giving you full control over execution levels. - STOP-LIMIT ORDER
Triggers a limit order when the market hits your stop price - enabling more precise execution in volatile conditions. - STEADY PACE
Slices large orders into smaller increments over time to minimise market impact and improve average execution. - RFQ (Request for Quote)
Delivers a firm price quote for the full order size before execution - offering clarity and price assurance.
SCRYPT supports a wide range of institutional payment rails across 10+ fiat currencies, such as:
- EUR (EURO)
SEPA, SEPA Instant, SWIFT, BLINC - USD (U.S. DOLLAR)
Fedwire, ACH, SWIFT - GBP (POUND STERLING)
FPS, SWIFT - CHF (SWISS FRANC)
Domestic, SWIFT - AUD (AUSTRALIAN DOLLAR)
NPP, BECS, SWIFT - SGD (SINGAPORE DOLLAR), JPY (JAPANESE YEN), SEK (SWEDISH KRONA), DKK (DANISH KRONE)
SWIFT
We support over 1,100 assets, including major cryptocurrencies, tokens, and stablecoins.
Yes. SCRYPT uses a fully segregated custody model - each client has dedicated sub-wallets per asset. Wallets are structured across hot, warm, and cold layers to balance real-time access with maximum security, tailored to your operational and risk needs.
SCRYPT supports withdrawals across all major blockchain networks - including Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Tron (TRX), and others.
We use battle-tested infrastructure, powered by Fireblocks and trusted by global institutions. Our custody solution is fully audited and monitored in real time, with insurance-backed protection included.
Absolutely. SCRYPT custody is built for institutions. Client's assets are secured with MPC infrastructure, real-time controls, and full regulatory oversight, including further insured-backed protection against key loss or theft through our Coincover partnership. Not just secure - safeguarded, auditable, and trusted at scale.
We offer high-performance crypto strategies for institutional investors, including Crypto Growth, Bitcoin Growth, and Nexus Yield. Backed by Swiss regulatory oversight, each is designed to capture alpha in volatile crypto markets while maintaining a relentless focus on risk management and prioritizing capital preservation. For more details - Contact Us
Yes. SCRYPT Digital Investments AG is fully licensed by FINMA as a Portfolio Manager and supervised by FINcontrol Suisse AG - giving you the regulatory clarity and oversight needed to scale with confidence.
Your assets are safeguarded with Swiss-licensed custody, MPC infrastructure, and insurance-backed protection via our Coincover partnership. We combine comprehensive regulatory oversight with institutional-grade infrastructure to protect and scale your operations from treasury to trading.