The Jito Foundation has signed a memorandum of understanding with KODA, a South Korean digital asset custodian, to explore institutional custody and staking solutions for JitoSOL in the Korean market. Announced on Monday, the partnership aims to support institutional investors and establish compliant custody and staking pathways. This follows recent advancements in South Korea’s digital asset regulatory framework, with final rules anticipated by year-end. Jito also plans to launch a JitoSOL ETF in collaboration with Hanwha Asset Management by February 2026. KODA, which holds a VASP license and is backed by KB Kookmin Bank, provides custody solutions including cold storage and MPC-based key management. This initiative could enhance liquidity and strengthen crypto market infrastructure for institutional participants in the region.

ChainCatcher report: The Jito Foundation has signed a memorandum of understanding with Korean digital asset custodian KODA to explore institutional custody and staking support for JitoSOL in the South Korean market.According to Monday’s announcement, the agreement covers the promotion of institutional investors and the development of compliant custody and staking pathways. This comes as South Korea’s Financial Services Commission is expected to finalize its digital asset regulatory framework later this year. In February, the Jito Foundation already began exploring the launch of a JitoSOL ETF in Korea with Hanwha Asset Management, pending regulatory approval. KODA, backed by investors including KB Kookmin Bank, holds a VASP license and ISMS certification, providing custody infrastructure including cold storage and MPC key management.