Reference Data

CM Security Master

Enhance decision-making and operational efficiency with consistent, harmonized crypto asset data..

Product Overview

The Coin Metrics Security Master is the cornerstone for crypto asset reference data, creating a reliable foundation for institutional operations.

Differentiators
Unified data source

Harmonized on-chain and off-chain reference data sources for all assets and markets.

Immutable asset identifier

A unique and immutable code for each asset.

Integrated product offering

Coin Metrics’ data products via a single API and unified ticker nomenclature.

Broad universe

Over 3,000 assets and 150,000 markets supported.

Use Cases
Backtesting

Streamline backtesting of trading strategies with easy identification of the correct data.

Trade processing

Minimize errors and eliminate manual lookups during trade execution, settlement and post-trade operations.

Risk management

Calculate risk metrics using clean and structured asset data.

Data governance

Leverage security master for data quality checks, validation rules, and data lineage tracking.

What's inside

Data designed for institutional intelligence

Asset profiles
Market contract specifications
Market trade specifications
Daily pricing
Resources
Security Master Documentation

Explore the Security Master reference data.

API Documentation

Explore Security Master API endpoints.

Coin Metrics Products
Market Data

Simplify petabytes of data into performant and streamlined metrics.

On-Chain Data

Unlock superior search capabilities with the most reliable blockchain search engine.

Prices

Harness transparent pricing for clear decision-making.

Indexes

Unlock the power of independent, trusted index solutions for crypto markets.

datonomyTM

Classification system for Digital Assets.

Security Master

Enhance decision-making and operational efficiency with consistent, harmonized crypto asset data.

Latest Insights & Research

July 6, 2026
PRODUCT
Granular Order Book Updates Now Available in the Market Order Books API
Granular Order Book Updates Now Available in the Market Order Books API

Product Update: Update your order book incrementally instead of re-fetching full snapshots every time.

2 minute read
July 2, 2026
COMMENTARY
Regulatory Roundup #20
Regulatory Roundup #20

Your dose of regulatory moves, missteps and melodrama, ensuring you’re always informed (and occasionally amused) by what global watchdogs are up to.

6 minute read
June 30, 2026
Research
Q2 2026 Market Update: Reversals, Rotations & Rates
5 minute read
June 29, 2026
MEDIA
Before the First Fill: Quantitative Pre-Trade Analytics and the Agentic Future of Digital and Multi-Asset Execution
Before the First Fill: Quantitative Pre-Trade Analytics and the Agentic Future of Digital and Multi-Asset Execution

Talos's Head of Quantitative Execution Services, Eliad Hoch breaks down how institutions can finally estimate execution costs in digital assets before they trade.

6 minute read
June 26, 2026
MEDIA
Bridging TradFi and blockchain: Advancing settlement solutions for institutional digital assets
Bridging TradFi and blockchain: Advancing settlement solutions for institutional digital assets

Paul Golden examines the core challenges facing leading digital asset settlement providers and how these issues are being addressed.

10 minute read
June 25, 2026
News
Talos Named Best Digital Assets Provider at the Hedge Fund Services Awards | APAC
Talos Named Best Digital Assets Provider at the Hedge Fund Services Awards | APAC

The Hedge Fund Services Awards | APAC is one of the most respected industry distinctions in the region

1 minute read
June 24, 2026
Research
The Spectrum of Tokenized Stock Exposure
5 minute read
June 18, 2026
News
Talos Named a Top 50 Digital Asset Institution by The Digital Banker
Talos Named a Top 50 Digital Asset Institution by The Digital Banker

Talos has ranked 18th in The Digital Banker's Top 50 Digital Assets Report 2026

2 minute read
June 17, 2026
PRODUCT
Track Bitcoin’s Realized Cap by Coin Age in Coin Metrics Network Data Pro
Track Bitcoin’s Realized Cap by Coin Age in Coin Metrics Network Data Pro

Product Update: 13 new Bitcoin metrics now available in Coin Metrics Network Data Pro

2 minute read
June 16, 2026
Research
Hyperliquid: Perps, Outcome Markets and USDC Yield
5 minute read
June 11, 2026
News
Talos Named Best EMS Provider at the Hedgeweek Global Digital Asset Awards
Talos Named Best EMS Provider at the Hedgeweek Global Digital Asset Awards

The annual Hedgeweek Awards recognize excellence among fund managers and service providers.

1 minute read
June 10, 2026
RESEARCH
Movers and Shakers June 2026
Movers and Shakers June 2026

Digital assets approaching broader market accessibility

3 minute read
June 9, 2026
Research
Hyperliquid: Pre-IPO Price Discovery on Crypto Rails
6 minute read
June 5, 2026
NEWS
Talos Named Best Trading Infrastructure and Best Market Intelligence & Data Platform
Talos Named Best Trading Infrastructure and Best Market Intelligence & Data Platform

The BeInCrypto Institutional 100 Awards were held during Proof of Talk in Paris.

2 minute read
June 3, 2026
MEDIA
Institutional Crypto Lending: A Field Report from Blockstories
Institutional Crypto Lending: A Field Report from Blockstories

An interview-led field report from Blockstories on institutional adoption, barriers, and market structure in crypto-backed lending

2 minute read
June 3, 2026
ANALYSIS
Backtesting Risk Measures for Digital Assets
Backtesting Risk Measures for Digital Assets

Hourly updates demand continuous validation. Talos presents a practical framework for verifying that VaR, CVaR and their upside counterparts remain reliable as market conditions evolve.

1 minute read