Different Speeds, Different Mandates: Talos’ Samar Sen on How Institutions Approach Digital Assets
Talos’ Samar Sen discusses how institutional adoption of digital assets is varied, driven by regulatory clarity, internal conviction, and differing risk appetites.Summary
Institutional engagement with digital assets is progressing at different paces, influenced by factors beyond just regulatory compliance. Samar Sen, Head of International Markets at Talos, highlighted that while regulatory clarity and robust infrastructure are crucial, internal conviction and understanding of the technology within institutions are often the remaining hurdles. Trust is built through licensing, internal controls like SOC 2 Type II certifications, and peer adoption. Sen identifies three institutional profiles: early movers, fast followers, and those lagging behind, emphasizing that varying speeds are acceptable due to diverse risk tolerances and mandates. He notes that there are many entry points to participate in the asset class and Talos is available to help navigate the ecosystem.
(Source：BeInCrypto)