Switzerland: Guidance on custody of crypto-based assets (FINMA Guidance 01/2026)
Progress
Current status
adopted
12 Jan 2026 adopted
Scope
Implementers
Switzerland
Policy Area
Consumer protection
Policy Instrument
Quality of Service requirement
Regulated Economic Activity
digital payment provider (incl. cryptocurrencies)
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
other regulatory body
Implementation Level
national
Timeline of events
Financial Market Supervisory Authority adopted guidance on custody of crypto-based assets
On 12 January 2026, the Financial Market Supervisory Authority (FINMA) adopted its guidance on the custody of crypto-based assets to address operational and legal risks. The guidance explains the risks associated with custody of crypto-based assets …
SourceEvent type
outline
Action type
adoption
Government branch
executive
Government body
other regulatory body