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STP Shortlisted for Three Hedgeweek Global Digital Assets Awards

March 2026

West Chester, PA — STP is pleased to announce that it has been shortlisted in three categories at the Hedgeweek Global Digital Assets Awards, recognizing excellence and innovation across the digital assets fund administration industry.

STP has been shortlisted for the following awards:

• Fund Administration of the Year: Client Service

• Fund Administration of the Year: Overall

• Fund Administration of the Year: Technology

The Hedgeweek Global Digital Assets Awards celebrate firms that demonstrate outstanding performance, innovation, and leadership in the rapidly evolving digital assets ecosystem. STP’s shortlisting across multiple categories reflects its continued focus on delivering exceptional client service, leveraging advanced technology, and providing bestinclass fund administration solutions to digital asset managers worldwide.

“These nominations are a strong endorsement of the dedication, expertise, and innovation our team brings to clients every day,” said David Goldstein, Product Director. “We are proud to be recognized alongside leading firms in the digital assets space and grateful for the trust our clients place in us.”

Public voting is now open, and STP welcomes the support of clients, partners, and industry peers.

Vote here:
https://hwawards2026.evalato.com/public-evaluation/20305

The winners of the Hedgeweek Global Digital Assets Awards will be announced later this year.

About STP Investment Services

STP is a global fund administration and financial services firm providing comprehensive solutions to investment managers across traditional and alternative asset classes, including digital assets. With a focus on operational excellence, technologyenabled services, and clientcentric delivery, STP supports managers throughout the fund lifecycle, helping them navigate complexity and scale with confidence.

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