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Alto acquires Forge Trust to boost market access

PRIVATEOct 07, 2026

Acquiring Company

Alto

Acquired Company

Forge Trust

San FranciscoNew YorkFinancial ServicesArtificial IntelligenceFintechCryptocurrency

Description

Alto has announced its acquisition of Forge Trust Co., aiming to enhance access to private markets through a self-directed IRA platform. The merger will create one of the largest independent self-directed retirement investment platforms in the U.S., with over $20 billion in combined assets under custody. The acquisition will also expand services to advisors and investors accessing private markets. The transaction awaits approval from the South Dakota Division of Banking.

Company Information

Company

Alto

Location

San Francisco, California, United States

About

Alto is a private market-focused tech platform facilitating access to alternative investments. The company offers a self-directed IRA platform that streamlines investment processes using AI automation. Alto aims to make alternative assets more accessible to the financial mainstream. It also operates an invite-only Private Deal Room for registered investment advisors.

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Who acquired Forge Trust?

Forge Trust was acquired by Alto, based in San Francisco. The deal was reported on October 7, 2026. Alto is a private market-focused tech platform facilitating access to alternative investments. The company offers a self-directed IRA platform that streamlines investment processes using AI automation. Alto is privately held and operates in Financial Services.

When did Alto acquire Forge Trust?

Alto's acquisition of Forge Trust was reported on October 7, 2026. Alto has announced its acquisition of Forge Trust Co., aiming to enhance access to private markets through a self-directed IRA platform. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.

What does Forge Trust do?

Forge Trust is a leading custodian for alternative assets. It is privately held, operating in Cryptocurrency, and is based in New York.

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