1. Name of Applicant:
Hex Trust + BCW
2. Introduction of Applicant:
Hex Trust is a leading digital asset custodian offering institutional-grade custody, staking, and market services to protocols, foundations, financial institutions, and enterprises in the Web3 ecosystem. With licenses and registrations in key regions, including Hong Kong, Dubai, Singapore, France, and Italy, Hex Trust demonstrates a strong commitment to providing clients with secure, compliant, and globally trusted digital asset services. Through advanced security infrastructure and alignment with international regulatory frameworks, Hex Trust offers a holistic and tailored solution for protecting client digital assets and personal data at all times.
Core Competencies and Services
Hex Trust’s comprehensive suite of services combined with a range of key licenses ranging from custody to brokerage, asset management, and issuance, equips institutional clients with the tools they need to securely manage and grow their digital assets. At the core of their offering is the Hex Safe Custody Platform, a proprietary system designed to deliver bank-grade security with features like air-gapped environments, advanced cold and warm storage solutions, and extensive insurance coverage, all ensuring compliance with stringent regulatory standards. Through its Market Services, Hex Trust also provides secure access to a range of trading, lending, and yield-generation opportunities, enabling clients to optimize their digital asset portfolios within a regulated and safeguarded environment. Additionally, Hex Trust’s Staking Solutions allows clients to participate in blockchain ecosystems with confidence, offering secure, compliant staking services backed by institutional-grade security and broad network support.
With extensive custody, staking, and compliance expertise, Hex Trust’s resilient infrastructure and trusted services are ideally positioned to support and strengthen the Kaia ecosystem.
BCW Group is an enterprise solutions firm and venture studio committed to building cutting-edge Web3, Cloud & AI infrastructure that seamlessly connects and interacts with today’s on-demand digital universe. Since 2020, we have reliably operated a Kaia/Klaytn node for multiple GCs in the ecosystem, demonstrating robust infrastructure management and unwavering commitment to network stability and security.
Our dedicated teams across Hong Kong, Singapore, Seoul, and across the globe enable us to serve clients in the world’s most dynamic fintech hubs and reinforce our role as a strategic partner for Kaia. We are well-equipped and fully committed to contributing to the Kaia ecosystem, supporting its growth with our extensive infrastructure capabilities and strategic expertise, which include:
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Technology: BCW builds, owns, and operates API-based platforms and microservices, offering Network-as-a-Service solutions for validation, staking, and ETL management. As a LayerZero DVN operator, we have integrated LayerZero with Kaia, ensuring seamless connectivity and enhanced performance across supported blockchain networks to further strengthen our capabilities.
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Cloud Solutions: A Google Cloud Premier Partner (Build, Service Sell), BCW specializes in Web3 technology solutions, blockchain analytics, and managed services, helping clients achieve operational scalability in secure, cloud-based environments.
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Node Services: Our comprehensive Node Services support enterprise clients with end-to-end network infrastructure that ensures high uptime, strong security, and multi-network support across validator, indexer, RPC, bridge, relayers & oracle nodes.
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Payments Technology: BCW offers secure, advanced payment solutions, such as Global Acquiring, Card-to-Crypto services, and Stablecoin Settlement, which provide global transaction options for digital assets.
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Venture Investments: With a vision that digital infrastructure will drive the Web3 future, our investments target L1/L2 networks, metaverse and NFT infrastructure, payments infrastructure, data oracles, and DeFi solutions, fostering innovation and expanding Web3 utility.
Product & Service Offering
Our combined competencies provide a comprehensive suite of products and services to enhance Kaia’s security, connectivity, and reliability across the Web3 landscape.
3. Objectives of Participating in the Kaia Governance Council:
Joining the Kaia Governance Council offers Hex Trust and BCW Group the opportunity to leverage their combined strengths in institutional-grade security, regulatory compliance, and blockchain infrastructure expertise. Together, we bring a unique blend of capabilities that will actively contribute to a more resilient and inclusive Kaia ecosystem, driving sustainable growth and fostering innovation.
As a trusted digital asset custodian, Hex Trust will contribute its robust custody, staking, and compliance capabilities, ensuring that Kaia’s governance decisions are grounded in best-in-class security and aligned with international regulatory standards. In harmony with Hex Trust’s commitment to secure asset management, BCW Group will bring its blockchain infrastructure and validator services expertise to ensure reliable and consistent node operation, strengthening Kaia’s network resilience and supporting robust governance.
Both Hex Trust and BCW are dedicated to expanding institutional engagement and ecosystem adoption within Kaia. We aim to attract financial institutions and strategic partners through secure staking options, institutional-grade market services, and collaborative partnerships across Web3. This partnership will serve as a foundation for fostering innovation and expanding Kaia’s presence in decentralized finance and other cutting-edge blockchain applications.
4. Your commitment to the Kaia Community:
Hex Trust and BCW Group share a strong commitment to Kaia’s sustainable growth and are fully prepared to allocate the necessary resources and expertise to support it. Through this joint initiative, we will strengthen Kaia’s infrastructure, elevate security, and expand interoperability, laying the groundwork for Kaia to thrive as a resilient and inclusive ecosystem within the decentralized Web3 landscape.
Strengthened Security and Compliance Commitment
Hex Trust will utilize its licensed and compliant custodial infrastructure to manage Kaia’s digital assets with bank-grade security. By maintaining high standards in compliance and risk management, Hex Trust aims to bolster institutional confidence in Kaia, making it a safer and more reliable network for all participants.
Interoperability and Ecosystem Expansion through LayerZero
BCW Group is committed to advancing interoperability within the Kaia ecosystem through dedicated support and integration with LayerZero. By leveraging LZ Genie, a quickstart solution designed to enable oApp teams to use the LayerZero protocol for cross-chain interoperability, BCW Group empowers developers to build seamlessly on Kaia with just a few clicks. This enhanced developer tooling facilitates cross-chain asset transfers, collaboration, and application development, expanding Kaia’s ecosystem reach and unlocking new opportunities across the decentralized Web3 landscape.
Data-Driven Decision Support and Network Reliability
Hex Trust and BCW Group are committed to enhancing Kaia’s governance through data-driven insights, supporting the Council in making informed, data-backed decisions that drive effective and strategic growth. To further strengthen Kaia’s reliability, BCW will leverage its extensive experience in validator and node operations to ensure high uptime, strong security, and scalability. This dedication to infrastructure resilience not only bolsters network stability but also establishes a foundation for long-term ecosystem growth. Together, Hex Trust and BCW aim to build a more transparent, reliable, and data-informed Kaia ecosystem.
Incubation and Partnership for Ecosystem Growth
As ecosystem stewards, Hex Trust and BCW are committed to advancing the development of Kaia-based projects through strategic partnerships and dedicated venture resources. By nurturing innovative applications in DeFi, AAA gaming, real-world assets, data oracles, and more, we aim to drive Kaia’s adoption and empower a diverse community of developers, founders, and institutional partners.
Long-Term Vision and Strategic Partnerships
Hex Trust and BCW Group share a long-term vision for Kaia’s success. We are dedicated to building strong partnerships with key players in the industry, including other protocols, exchanges, and financial institutions. By leveraging our extensive network and strategic alliances, we will work to position Kaia as a leading player in the decentralized finance landscape.
5. Your plan for securing 5 million KAIA:
Hex Trust and BCW have already acquired 25 million KAIA through both the consistent operation of our node on the network and proprietary capital investment. We would keep the KAIA tokens we currently have delegated to the Sygnum branded Kaia node (11th largest node on the network).