# Getting Started: Venues, Wallets, and CBTC Acquisition

Canton supports multiple venue types for trading CBTC, each with different execution models, fee structures, and reward economics. This guide helps you choose the right venue for your firm.

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> ### Choose Your Venue
>
> **Do you have in-house quant and dev resources?**
>
> * **Yes:** You're a fit for active trading. See the venue comparison below.
> * **No:** Consider **Temple Digital LP** (passive, single-sided) or **SciFeCap SMA** (fully managed, 8-10% target yield). **Do you need institutional-size execution with custom pairs?**
> * **Elk / Trngle RFQ.** Contact Elk Capital for spread negotiation based on expected volume. **Do you want an exchange-style order book with the best reward economics?**
> * **Temple Digital CLOB.** 40% bonus reward share on top of standard CBTC rewards. **Do you want fast deployment with familiar DeFi infrastructure?**
> * **Tradefast AMM.** Uniswap V2 style, fastest integration path. **Want the simplest starting point?**
> * **Bron.** Intuitive interface, comprehensive docs, quick onboarding.

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## Active Trading Venues

For firms with in-house quant and dev resources running active strategies.

| **Venue**          | **Type**     | **Best For**                 | **Key Features**                                                          | **Pairs**                   |
| ------------------ | ------------ | ---------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------- | --------------------------- |
| **Elk / Trngle**   | RFQ          | Institutional-size execution | Programmatic OTC, negotiable spreads, custom pairs, bring your own wallet | Multiple (custom available) |
| **Temple Digital** | CLOB         | Order book traders           | Exchange-style order book, 40% bonus reward share, best reward economics  | CC-CBTC, USDCx-CBTC         |
| **Tradefast**      | AMM          | Fast deployment              | Uniswap V2 style, fastest integration path, familiar DeFi infrastructure  | BTC-CBTC, USDCx-CBTC        |
| **Bron**           | Wallet + DEX | Simple starting point        | Intuitive interface, comprehensive docs, quick onboarding                 | BTC-CBTC, CC-CBTC           |

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## Passive Allocation Options

For firms seeking yield without active management or infrastructure build-out.

| **Option**            | **Type**            | **Description**                                 | **Key Details**                                                   |
| --------------------- | ------------------- | ----------------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Temple Digital LP** | Liquidity Provision | Single-sided liquidity with no impermanent loss | Deposit CBTC, earn trading fees and Canton Coin rewards           |
| **SciFeCap SMA**      | Managed Account     | Fully managed strategy with 8-10% target yield  | No active management required. Professional portfolio management. |

> ℹ️ Target yields for passive options are illustrative only. Actual returns depend on market conditions, network activity, and token economics.

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## Recommended Trading Pairs

| **Pair**          | **Description**                        | **Notes**                                     |
| ----------------- | -------------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------- |
| **CBTC / USDXLR** | Canton-native yield-bearing stablecoin | Primary pair. Earns rewards from both assets. |
| **CBTC / USDCx**  | Cross-chain stablecoin                 | Familiar stable pairing for BTC traders.      |
| **CBTC / CC**     | Canton Coin                            | Network token exposure.                       |

Pair availability varies by venue. Check the active trading venues table above for venue-specific pairs.

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## Canton Wallet Options

You need a Canton-compatible wallet to hold and transact with CBTC.

| **Wallet**  | **Type**           | **Best For**                                       |
| ----------- | ------------------ | -------------------------------------------------- |
| **Zoro**    | Self-custody       | Firms wanting SDK/API access and full control      |
| **Console** | Self-custody       | Browser-based with clear signing and risk checks   |
| **Loop**    | Self-custody       | Web-based, no extensions needed, open source SDK   |
| **Cantor8** | Enterprise custody | Multi-signature security and regulatory compliance |

For the full list of wallets and DeFi apps, see the **Canton DeFi Ecosystem** page.

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## Acquiring CBTC

Two paths depending on your infrastructure:

**Option A: OTC Purchase** *(fastest, no Canton node required)*

* Initiate a cross-chain CBTC swap with Trngle or an OTC purchase through Elk Capital
* Ideal for firms without a Canton validator node
* Contact Elk Capital for spread negotiation based on expected volume **Option B: Direct Minting** *(requires Canton validator node)*
* Call Rust APIs via cbtc-lib to mint CBTC directly from BTC
* More cost-effective for high-volume operations
* See the developer documentation at [docs.bitsafe.finance/product-suite/cbtc](https://docs.bitsafe.finance/product-suite/cbtc) for technical details

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## Don't Have a Canton Validator Node?

> ℹ️ **Multi-tenant validators** provide a streamlined, cost-effective path to network participation without running a full Canton validator. BitSafe can connect you with trusted providers in the ecosystem.
>
> * Lower barrier to entry
> * Shared infrastructure costs
> * Get started in days, not weeks

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## Next Steps

> 📝 **Ready to choose a venue?**
>
> * Review the **Prop Desk Playbook** for strategy recommendations
> * Follow the **Onboarding Checklist** to go from signup to first trade
> * [Complete the CBTC Signup Form](https://bitsafe.typeform.com/to/NsiwLKIY)
> * Email: <sales@bitsafe.finance>

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> ℹ️ **Disclosures** Target yields are not guaranteed. Canton Coin rewards depend on network activity, token economics, and market conditions. Strategies carry risk; conduct independent due diligence. CBTC is not available to US persons. This is not investment advice.


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