The comprehensive set of activities and processes involved in managing a digital asset investment fund, from asset acquisition and custody to trading, valuation, and reporting. These operations encompass the daily management of capital, execution of investment strategies, and adherence to administrative and compliance requirements. Efficient fund operations are critical for maintaining investor confidence, mitigating operational risks, and ensuring the smooth functioning of digital asset investment vehicles. They involve both on-chain and off-chain activities.
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News regarding institutional adoption of digital assets frequently highlights the complexities and advancements in fund operations, particularly concerning security, regulatory compliance, and technological infrastructure. Discussions often revolve around the selection of secure custodians, the implementation of robust risk management frameworks, and the challenges of accurately valuing illiquid digital assets. The maturation of specialized service providers is continuously improving the operational capabilities for digital asset funds.
Implementing the DTA standard for on-chain fund management drastically reduces settlement friction, enabling composable financial products and superior capital efficiency.
UBS leverages smart contracts to automate fund order-taking, execution, and settlement, drastically reducing operational friction and processing latency across its asset management division.
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