At a workshop co-hosted by Ripple and the Blockchain Association Singapore (BAS), experts outlined key principles for successful crypto custody, emphasizing compliance, tailored models, operational resilience, and governance. Compliance was highlighted as crucial for meeting regulatory requirements like Singapore’s Monetary Authority (MAS) standards. The focus shifted to choosing suitable models – whether third-party, hybrid, or self-custody – based on institutional needs. Operational resilience was emphasized through robust workflows designed to handle interruptions and meet legal standards set by legislation like the EU’s Digital Operational Resilience Act. Finally, governance was identified as essential for trust, emphasizing segregation of duties, independent oversight, and detailed audit trails. Ripple executives believe that secure custody is crucial for institutional adoption of stablecoins, tokenized assets, and cross-border payments.