Taurus is a Swiss-based digital asset infrastructure provider specializing in enterprise-grade solutions for custody, tokenization, and trading of digital assets. Founded in 2018, Taurus offers a modular platform designed to meet the needs of financial institutions, including banks, asset managers, and fintechs.
The Taurus platform comprises several key components:
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Taurus-PROTECT: A secure custody solution that supports hot, warm, and cold storage for digital assets. It employs advanced security mechanisms such as Hardware Security Modules (HSMs) and Multi-Party Computation (MPC) to ensure the safety of assets.
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Taurus-CAPITAL: A tokenization platform that enables the issuance and management of tokenized assets across various blockchains, including Ethereum and Tezos. It supports a wide range of asset types, including equities, debt instruments, and collectibles.
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Taurus-PRIME: A trading platform that facilitates the buying and selling of cryptocurrencies and tokenized securities. It offers features such as over-the-counter (OTC) trading and support for derivatives like futures and options.
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Taurus-NETWORK: An interbank network that connects over 35 regulated financial institutions, allowing for secure and automated digital asset operations, particularly in collateral management and settlement processes.
Taurus operates under stringent regulatory standards, including compliance with FINMA, MiFID, and MiCA regulations. Its technology-first approach ensures high performance, seamless integration, and full support for both public and permissioned blockchains. The platform is trusted by over 35 banks across 10 countries, including six systemic banks.
In summary, Taurus provides a comprehensive suite of digital asset solutions that enable financial institutions to securely manage, tokenize, and trade digital assets, positioning itself as a leader in the digital asset infrastructure space.
