ClearLoop

ClearLoop is Copper’s off-exchange settlement solution designed for institutional investors. It enables secure trading on centralized exchanges by locking assets within Copper’s infrastructure while providing virtual balances for trading. This approach minimizes counterparty and insolvency risks and enhances operational efficiency by allowing real-time trading without transferring assets until settlement.

Features

• Delegation of assets to exchanges without actual transfer
• Virtual balances credited to exchange accounts for trading
• Regular settlement cycles (2, 4, or 24 hours) depending on the exchange
• Omnibus account structure for asset locking
• Real-time reconciliation of profit and loss (P&L)
• Integration with Copper’s custody and trading systems
• Support for spot and margin trading instruments
• Automated settlement instructions and reporting

Capabilities

• Trade on centralized exchanges while maintaining custody of assets
• Lock funds securely in Copper’s infrastructure
• Monitor delegated balances and trading activity
• Reconcile exchange balances with Copper accounts through scheduled settlements
• Automate settlement workflows and reporting
• Reduce exposure to exchange insolvency and operational risk
• Enable portfolio auto-discovery and account binding for exchange integration

Benefits

For Institutions:

• Enhanced security by avoiding pre-funding of exchange accounts
• Reduced counterparty risk through atomic settlement logic
• Improved capital efficiency and liquidity management
• Streamlined operations with automated reconciliation and reporting
• Full control over asset delegation and trading activity For Trading Desks and Asset Managers:
• Faster access to trading opportunities without asset transfer delays
• Transparent settlement cycles and P&L tracking
• Simplified integration with existing infrastructure
• Reliable infrastructure for high-frequency and high-volume trading