Use-case guide
Self-custody AI trading
Handing an AI agent a custodial CEX password is a different risk than letting it trade under a self-custody posture you control. Eterna targets the second model: agents execute, you keep the custody story closer to your keys.
Updated 2026-07-29
What you get
- Self-custody oriented trading for eligible users
- Agent tools that do not require depositing to a black-box CEX wallet alone
- Clear separation between model provider and exchange venue
- Human override in the trading UI anytime
How it works on Eterna
- Set up wallet access on Eterna.
- Authorize MCP with least-privilege scopes.
- Store agent secrets outside the model provider when possible.
- Monitor balances and positions yourself.
FAQ
- Does self-custody remove trading risk?
- No. It changes custody risk. Market, leverage, and agent-bug risk remain. Use limits and monitoring.
- Can I combine self-custody with copy trading?
- Yes. Copy trading and agent trading can sit alongside discretionary self-custody workflows on Eterna.