Institutional Shift: Self-Custody Emerges as Viable Infrastructure in Crypto
Self-custody, once dismissed as a retail hobby, is gaining traction as institutional infrastructure. Artemiy Parshakov, VP of Institutions at P2P.org, notes a paradigm shift: secure hardware, non-custodial delegation, and professional validator operations now enable participation models that balance control with scalability.
Institutions are reevaluating self-custody not as a fringe risk but as a strategic option. The focus has moved from mere exposure to digital assets to structuring participation with governance and accountability. Crypto is increasingly treated as infrastructure—demanding robust frameworks for control and role separation.
Advances in tooling are driving this evolution. The conversation now centers on how institutions can integrate self-custody without compromising fiduciary duties. The market is watching.
