April 29, 2021 • 12 min read Introduction The exploration of digital asset custodial relationships between traditional financial institutions and digital asset service providers is a logical step in the evolution of the industry, given increased regulatory clarity requirements as well as growing demand from clients. Integrated support for digital assets with traditional asset classes could attract investors that would like exposure to digital assets through an existing provider with a trusted and well-established reputation and who can conduct due diligence on digital asset service providers on their behalf. Digital Asset Sub-Custody: Understanding the Model One way that traditional financial institutions can enter the market is by working with trusted digital asset service providers, drawing on established expertise while learning about the industry and building out a digital asset strategy. In this piece, we explore digital asset sub-custody and how it may be a superior option for certain institutions looking to leverage the existing digital asset capabilities of an expert. A recent research engagement between Brown Brothers Harriman and Lumos CapitalSM provides the basis to explore and explain the sub-custody model. Download the report: Applying Sub-Custody to Digital Assets This content was created by Lumos Capital Services, LLC, a Singapore-chartered, limited liability trust company . All rights reserved. Lumos Capital Services, LLC does not provide tax, legal, investment, or accounting advice. This material is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal, investment or accounting advice. Tax laws and regulations are complex and subject to change. You should consult your own tax, legal, investment and accounting advisors before engaging in any transaction. Digital assets are speculative and highly volatile, can become illiquid at any time, and are for investors with a high risk tolerance. Investors in digital assets could lose the entire value of their investment. Services are provided by Lumos Capital Services, LLC . Third-party marks are the property of their respective owners. © 2021 Lumos LLC. All rights reserved. Lumos Capital and the Lumos Capital logo are service marks of Lumos LLC. 1045471.1.0