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Trade crypto seamlessly on digibank

General FAQs

Why trade cryptocurrency with DBS?

DBS provides an institutional-grade segregated custody solution designed to safeguard clients' digital assets. Client assets are held in segregated custody accounts and stored in 100% air-gapped cold storage, with custody infrastructure kept separate from the trading platform for enhanced security and protection.

Who is eligible to trade cryptocurrency through DBS?

Online Cryptocurrency trading is available to eligible DBS Treasures customers who are Accredited Investors. Customers who are unsure of their eligibility should contact their Relationship Manager for assistance.

How do I start trading cryptocurrency on DBS digibank?

Once your cryptocurrency trading access has been enabled, log in to DBS digibank, select Invest, choose Crypto, select the cryptocurrency you wish to trade and proceed with your transaction.

What cryptocurrencies can I trade on DBS digibank?

Eligible customers can currently trade Bitcoin (BTC), Bitcoin Cash (BCH), Cardano (ADA), Ethereum (ETH), Polkadot (DOT), Ripple (XRP), Solana (SOL) and USD Coin (USDC).

Can I view my cryptocurrency together with my other investments?

Yes. Cryptocurrency holdings can be viewed within your Wealth Management Account alongside your other investments, allowing you to monitor your portfolio in one place.

Where are the cryptocurrency trades executed?

It will be executed in DBS DDEx.

What is the minimum notional amount for trading cryptocurrencies?

Each transaction is subject to a minimal notional amount of USD 500.

If my account only has SGD and no USD, can I trade cryptocurrencies in SGD instead of USD?

No. Currently, you can only trade cryptocurrencies against USD. In view of T+0 Settlement, your account would need to be funded with the necessary USD balance to place a successful trade.

I understand that I need a Wealth Management Account to start trading crypto with DBS. How do I go about opening a Wealth Management Account?

You can apply for a Wealth Management Account via your digibank or contact your Relationship Manager. For more details on how you can do so, please click here.

Will cryptocurrencies be eligible to be pledged as collateral?

No. Currently, cryptocurrencies are not eligible to be pledged as collateral.

Will my cryptocurrency holdings appear in my statement?

Yes, your cryptocurrencies holdings will appear in your statement under the section “FX”, as well as in digibank under the section “Alternatives”.

Am I able to transfer cryptocurrency holdings in or out from DBS?

DBS Treasures does not accept any inward or outward transfer of cryptocurrencies.

Are US Persons allowed to hold or trade cryptocurrencies with DBS?

No. Clients who are US Persons, are not allowed to trade Cryptocurrencies on the DBS Digital Exchange.

This includes the scenario of client who purchased Cryptocurrencies through the DBS Digital Exchange when he was not a US Person and subsequently became a US Person.

In such a scenario, the client can continue to hold onto the Cryptocurrencies, or they may continue to hold the Cryptocurrencies in their account.

DBS Digital Exchange FAQs

What is DBS DDEx?
DBS Digital Exchange (“DDEx”) offers trading services for various digital assets including security tokens and cryptocurrencies. It is backed by leading Asian financial services group, DBS Bank, which has decades of extensive experience in capital markets and providing secure custodial services.
How do I check the market price for cryptocurrencies?

You may check the market prices of Cryptocurrencies on the Digital Payment Token Exchange webpage.

Please take note that the prices of the Cryptocurrencies on the DBS Digital Exchange may differ from other exchanges.

Will DDEx undergo regular system maintenance?

Yes. DDEx will have regular system maintenance.

During DDEx scheduled system maintenance, prices will not be available and there will be no trade execution during this period.

In the event of an unscheduled downtime, prices will not be available and there will be no trade execution during this period. Clients will be notified via digibank.

What are the trading hours for cryptocurrencies on DDEx?

Anytime, except when DDEx is closed between 7am to 8am (SGT) daily.

SessionTime (SGT)Status
Auction Phase0800-0815
(15 mins)
Clients can submit new limit orders, cancel or modify (price & quantity) existing orders during this Auction Phase. Orders will not be matched.
Trading Session0815-0700
(next day)
Trading Session where orders will be matched. Clients can place orders, cancel and modify.
Closed0700-0800
(60 mins)
DDEx is closed between 7am to 8am (SGT) daily.

Please take note that Trade Date will change to the next day once a trade is placed after 12 midnight SGT.

New orders can be placed when DDEx is closed or during Auction Phase and these orders will be reflected as “Pending” on the Order Status page. When the Exchange moves into the next Trading Session, these orders’ status will change to “Queuing, Partial Filled or Filled”.

For existing Orders, there will be no fills during the Auction phase. Fills, if any, will only be taking place during the Trading Session.

What are the supported order types for cryptocurrencies?

We support Day Limit Orders and Good-till-Date (“GTD”) Limit Orders.

  • Day Limit Orders: Day Limit Orders will be valid until 0700 hr (SGT) when the current trading session ends.
  • GTD Limit Orders: GTD orders will be valid up to 30 days.

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