Gemini

Gemini is a next-generation cryptocurrency exchange and custodian platform founded in 2015 by Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss. Operating as a licensed and regulated digital asset exchange, Gemini serves both individual investors and institutional clients across 60+ countries globally.

Core Products and Services

Gemini provides a comprehensive suite of crypto-native financial infrastructure including their flagship Exchange platform for spot and derivatives trading, ActiveTrader for professional traders, institutional-grade Custody services, OTC trading through eOTC, staking services, and the Gemini Dollar (GUSD) stablecoin. Their platform supports 70+ digital assets and offers both web-based and mobile trading interfaces.

Institutional Solutions

Gemini's institutional division serves professional traders, hedge funds, asset managers, businesses, private wealth clients, fintechs, banks, and Bitcoin miners. Their B2B offerings include segregated custody with multisignature cold storage, high-performance trading APIs (REST and FIX), cross-collateral margin trading, derivatives contracts, institutional staking (Staking Pro), and settlement services through Gemini Clearing.

Security and Compliance Leadership

Gemini operates as a New York trust company licensed by the New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS), making it a qualified custodian under New York Banking Law with fiduciary responsibilities. They were the first crypto exchange and custodian to obtain SOC 1 Type 2 and SOC 2 Type 2 certifications (audited by Deloitte), and maintain ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certification and PCI DSS compliance. Security infrastructure includes offline cold storage with multisignature technology, role-based governance, biometric access controls, DDoS protection, MFA/passkey support, and regular security audits.

Technology Infrastructure

Gemini offers institutional-grade API access for programmatic trading and custody operations, supporting both REST and FIX protocols. Their Instant Trade feature enables clients to trade directly from cold storage custody accounts. The platform provides real-time market data, advanced charting, multiple order types, and account management tools for segregating client portfolios.

Market Position and Reach

Operating in 60+ countries with offices in New York, Seattle, and Singapore, Gemini is registered with AUSTRAC in Australia and serves clients globally. The company has 501-1,000 employees and maintains strategic partnerships with Samsung, Brave browser, and provides custody for landmark products like the VanEck Solana ETF.

Why Choose Gemini

Gemini differentiates through regulatory compliance as a licensed trust company, institutional-grade security standards validated by third-party audits, comprehensive B2B product suite covering trading/custody/staking/OTC, competitive fee structures, 24/7 global customer support, and deep institutional expertise serving hedge funds, ETFs, banks, and enterprise clients. Their mission is to unlock the next era of financial freedom by bridging traditional finance with the emerging cryptoeconomy.