Fordefi Teams Up with GlobalStake for Institutional Bare-Metal Staking

Deal News | Jul 08, 2025 | EIN

Fordefi Teams Up with GlobalStake for Institutional Bare-Metal Staking

Fordefi, a notable provider of institutional MPC wallet platforms, has announced a partnership with GlobalStake, a leading provider of non-custodial staking solutions. This collaboration will enable Fordefi’s clients, including asset managers, funds, and enterprises, to directly manage staking of Ethereum and more than 40 other proof-of-stake (PoS) digital assets via their self-custodial MPC wallets using GlobalStake's secure bare-metal validator infrastructure. The partnership aims at offering unmatched security, improved operational simplicity, and compliance with regulatory and ESG mandates. Clients can seamlessly initiate staking from within their Fordefi wallet interfaces, retaining full control and custody of digital assets while benefitting from high levels of customization and performance enhancements. Strategic advantages include GlobalStake’s SOC 2 Type II certification, MG Stover's institutional-grade reporting, and low-cost pricing structures delivering higher returns due to GlobalStake's self-owned infrastructure. Both companies affirm a mission to provide secure, transparent, and environmentally sustainable solutions for institutional clients.

Sectors

  • Blockchain & Cryptocurrency
  • Financial Services

Geography

  • United States – Fordefi is located in New York, and the partnership and operations primarily involve the US institutional sector.

Industry

  • Blockchain & Cryptocurrency – The article discusses a collaboration focused on providing secure staking solutions for various blockchain networks, primarily Ethereum and other PoS assets.
  • Financial Services – Fordefi and GlobalStake cater to institutional clients, including asset managers and funds, providing financial operations and management solutions within the cryptocurrency domain.

Financials

    Participants

    NameRoleTypeDescription
    FordefiInstitutional MPC Wallet Platform ProviderCompanyFordefi provides secure and compliant digital asset management solutions, focusing on MPC wallet technology tailor-made for institutions.
    GlobalStakeNon-Custodial Staking PartnerCompanyGlobalStake is a non-custodial staking provider extending bare-metal validator infrastructure for proof-of-stake blockchains, compliant with high security and ESG standards.
    Josh SchwartzCEO and Co-Founder of FordefiPersonCEO and Co-Founder of Fordefi, involved in the partnership announcement.
    Rich ShortenCo-Founder & Chairman at GlobalStakePersonCo-Founder & Chairman at GlobalStake, involved in the partnership announcement.
    MG StoverInstitutional Reporting Suite ProviderCompanyProvides institutional-grade reporting integrated with GlobalStake, enhancing transparency and fund accounting for Fordefi's clients.