Fireblocks, the enterprise-grade platform that has helped secure more than $14 trillion in digital asset transactions, announced that Pepperstone, a major global online brokerage firm, has implemented Fireblocks’ comprehensive digital asset infrastructure covering custody, compliance, and DeFi operations. This collaboration supports Pepperstone’s accelerated growth in institutional cryptocurrency services, including the recent debut of Pepperstone Crypto, its spot trading exchange designed for Australian customers.
Forex and CFD brokers play a significant yet often underappreciated role in driving institutional adoption of digital assets. Unlike many crypto-native firms that spend years developing scale and infrastructure, these brokers already possess established liquidity networks, continuously operating global systems, and large client bases experienced in sophisticated trading products. With operations spanning over 160 countries, Pepperstone ranks among the world’s largest brokers, and its adoption of the full Fireblocks technology suite highlights the broader industry shift from pilot programs toward long-term digital asset infrastructure investment.
Pepperstone leverages Fireblocks’ MPC-based custody technology to protect customer assets, while the platform’s automated policy engine streamlines transaction approval processes at scale. In addition, Fireblocks supports Pepperstone’s staking capabilities and smart contract functionality, enabling the broker to broaden its offerings into decentralized finance services. The system is further reinforced by integrated AML and Travel Rule compliance tools, all managed through a unified API framework.
According to Amy Zhang, Head of APAC at Fireblocks, Pepperstone represents the type of regulated and technologically advanced institution the company aims to support. She noted that the partnership demonstrates how traditional financial services and digital assets are increasingly converging. Zhang added that when highly regulated, well-funded brokers of Pepperstone’s size participate in spot crypto markets, it strengthens market liquidity and enhances institutional confidence in the asset class.
Pepperstone maintains regulatory licences in eight jurisdictions worldwide, including oversight from ASIC in Australia, the FCA in the United Kingdom, BaFin in Germany, CySEC in Cyprus, DFSA in the UAE, and CMA in Kenya. Operating under such extensive regulatory requirements necessitates infrastructure capable of meeting rigorous compliance and operational standards.
Hsann Aung Naing, Head of Crypto at Pepperstone, stated that launching a regulated spot crypto exchange leaves no room for operational weaknesses. He explained that Pepperstone Crypto, initially launched in Australia, was designed with security, auditability, and compliance as foundational priorities. Naing added that Fireblocks provides the level of control and reliability necessary to meet both regulatory obligations and client expectations.
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