In digital asset investment, compliance, fund security, and transaction costs are the three primary concerns for high-net-worth investors. As Hong Kong's first SFC-licensed digital asset trading platform, OSL is committed to providing solutions that surpass industry peers, allowing you to enjoy superior, cost-effective digital asset services within a regulated framework.
OSL demonstrates its strength as an industry pioneer in terms of the number of licenses and approval timing, providing investors with robust compliance assurance.
Item | OSL | Other Peer Platforms |
|---|---|---|
SFC Licenses | 5 (Types 1/4/7/9 + AMLO) | 3 (Types 1/7 + AMLO) |
First License Approval | Dec 2020 (Global First) | Nov 2022 |
AMLO Approval | Apr 19, 2024 (First) | May 31, 2024 |
Global Presence | Singapore, Australia, Japan | Singapore, Japan, Bermuda, Dubai |
OSL possesses a more comprehensive licensing system and led the way in key approval milestones, ensuring that services consistently meet the highest standards.
OSL offers institutional-grade asset custody and insurance coverage rarely seen in the market, providing top-tier security for your digital assets.
Item | OSL | Other Peer Platforms |
|---|---|---|
Insurance Amount | $1 Billion | Not Publicly Disclosed |
Cold Wallet Ratio | 98% | ≥90% |
ETF Custody Share | >70% Market Share in HK Crypto ETFs | Non-Major Custodian |
Security Certification | SOC 2 Type 2 | ISO 27001 + ISO 27701 |
With $1 billion in insurance coverage and leading cold wallet technology, OSL ensures your assets are secure and holds a market-leading share in ETF custody.
OSL's transparent and inclusive fee structure allows professional investors to enjoy highly competitive trading fees without high entry barriers, significantly reducing your transaction costs.
Feature | OSL Platform | Other Peer Platforms (Typical) |
|---|---|---|
Base Fees | Maker 0% / Taker 0.05% (Upon Registration) | Maker 0.29% / Taker 0.29% (Equivalent Initial Tier) |
Block Trades (RFQ) | 0 Fee | Negotiable, often includes hidden costs |
Minimum Fees | No minimum limit | Typically has a per-transaction minimum fee (e.g., $1.99) |
OSL offers efficient and low-cost solutions for fiat deposits and withdrawals, ensuring smooth fund transfers.
Deposit & Withdrawal Fees: Both fiat deposits and withdrawals are zero-fee. In contrast, peer platforms often charge fixed withdrawal fees (e.g., HKD 5 or USD 10).
Supported Channels: OSL Hong Kong supports HKD and USD, offering convenient channels like FPS for instant transfers.
Exchange Costs: For large fund transfers, OSL's HKD ↔ USD exchange spread is only 0.06%, significantly lower than the up to 0.3% seen on peer platforms, greatly reducing exchange losses.
In summary, OSL demonstrates significant advantages over its peers in compliance depth, fund security, and transaction cost control. For professional investors seeking an ultimate trading experience and private banking-level services, OSL offers a more cost-effective and secure choice.
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