Bybit opens B2B unit to capture institutional crypto flow

Moving beyond the retail exchange model, Bybit has built dedicated infrastructure for institutional and enterprise clients. Its new B2B unit focuses on the complex plumbing, including custody, triparty settlement, and RWA integration that major funds demand. According to a press…

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Citigroup weighs stablecoin custody and services amid new US crypto rules 

Citigroup Inc. is considering offering some custody and related services for stablecoins, a senior executive told Reuters, the latest indication that broad policy shifts in Washington are pushing large financial firms to expand into cryptocurrency.

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Hong Kong SFC rolls out new custody standards for crypto platforms

Hong Kong SFC authority has unveiled new guidelines for how licensed crypto platforms handle customer funds, warning that recent failures overseas show the risks of weak custody controls. A new circular issued on August 15 by the Hong Kong SFC…

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SEC Announces ‘Project Crypto’ To Move US Capital Markets to the Blockchain

The SEC’s new Project Crypto aims to move US capital markets onto blockchain, enabling on-chain trading, custody, and tokenized assets. The post SEC Announces ‘Project Crypto’ To Move US Capital Markets to the Blockchain appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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Germany’s Deutsche Bank targets 2026 launch for crypto custody services

Global banking institutions are stepping deeper into crypto, and among them, Germany’s Deutsche Bank is laying out timelines for launching its new services. According to a Tuesday Bloomberg report, the Frankfurt-based institution is gearing up to launch its crypto custody…

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Coinbase launches regulated alternative to offshore crypto perpetuals

Offshore perpetuals come with counterparty risk, custody concerns, and regulatory uncertainty. Coinbase’s new U. S. -based alternative offers leverage without the baggage, bringing a potential game-changer for cautious but yield-hungry traders.

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Connecticut bans state use and investment in crypto under sweeping new law

Connecticut has enacted a sweeping ban on state-level use, investment, or custody of virtual currencies, blocking any potential creation of a public Bitcoin reserve. On June 10, Connecticut has enacted HB 7082, a sweeping overhaul of the state’s money transmission…

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SocGen doubles down on stablecoins with USD launch and BNY custody

Societe Generale-FORGE (SG-FORGE), the crypto-asset arm of French banking giant Societe Generale, has announced the launch of a new U. S. dollar-pegged stablecoin, the USD CoinVertible (USDCV), set to operate natively on both the Ethereum and Solana public blockchains.

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DigitalX taps SOL Strategies for Solana staking via BitGo 

SOL Strategies has announced a new staking partnership with DigitalX Limited, a publicly traded blockchain technology company based in Australia. Under the agreement, DigitalX will stake its Solana (SOL) holdings through BitGo’s institutional custody platform, using SOL Strategies as its…

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Bybit taps Standard Chartered-backed Zodia Custody following Safe Wallet controversy

Bybit has entered a partnership with crypto custodian Zodia Custody to segregate its custody for institutional clients. Cryptocurrency exchange Bybit announced in a press release on Thursday a new partnership with Zodia Custody to provide institutional clients with segregated custody,…

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Bakkt names new co-CEO amid re-focus on crypto offerings

Crypto custody and trading firm Bakkt Holdings has appointed a new co-CEO and is cutting some of its services to focus on its crypto offerings after recently losing two major clients.

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US Banks Can Now Offer Crypto and Stablecoin Services Under New Rules

The OCC's new guidance lets banks engage in crypto custody and stablecoin services without prior approval. While the decision is a win for crypto adoption, lingering Fed and FDIC restrictions still pose challenges for full banking integration.

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OCC Says Banks Can Engage in Crypto Custody and Certain Stablecoin Activities

OCC lifts approval and control requirements for banks engaging in cryptocurrency activities in new interpretive letter.

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Turkish digital bank BankPozitif to offer crypto custody services for BTC, ETH, USDT

The new service is expected to rollout in June.

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Bitcoin Suisse expands crypto offering with TON, OP, ENA, ONDO

Bitcoin Suisse, an institutional-grade crypto services provider, is expanding its digital asset offerings with access to four new tokens. In a March 3 announcement Bitcoin Suisse stated that its clients can now trade and custody The Open Network (TON), Optimism…

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BitGo, Copper launch trading solution with off-exchange settlement on Deribit

BitGo and Copper have partnered to introduce a new trading model that enables off-exchange settlement on derivatives exchange Deribit. The new solution, the crypto custody firms stated in a press release shared with crypto.news, allows clients to trade spot and…

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SEC Eases Crypto Custody Regulations: A New Era for Banks

Сообщение SEC Eases Crypto Custody Regulations: A New Era for Banks появились сначала на Coinstelegram.

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BlackRock Launches its New Bitcoin ETF in Canada

BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin ETF launches in Canada on Cboe, offering cost-effective Bitcoin exposure with secure institutional custody. The post BlackRock Launches its New Bitcoin ETF in Canada appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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Crypto Biz: The Year of Bitcoin

This week’s Crypto Biz explores Bitcoin’s landmark year, Crypto.com’s new custody service, Russia’s partial ban on crypto mining and taxes on staking rewards in the US.

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Crypto.com Enters US Custody Market

Crypto.com expands its US presence with the launch of a new trust company, offering custody services to high-net-worth individuals. The post Crypto.com Enters US Custody Market appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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Crypto.com Expands Into U.S. Institutional Custody: A Closer Look at Its New Trust Company Launch

Crypto.com has launched a new U.S. trust company, Crypto.com Custody Trust Company, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing expansion efforts in North America.

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WBTC Episode 'Reopened Old Wounds' of Centralized Failures: Bitcoin Builders Association

The venture between BitGo and BiT Global provided a reminder of the distrust many BTC holders still have for centralized custody, according to a new report

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Robinhood Crypto marks milestone year with $38 billion in assets and European expansion

Robinhood Crypto celebrated a pivotal year in 2024, marked by significant milestones, including the launch of new features, geographic expansions, and the enhancement of its crypto offerings. According to a recent announcement, the company ended the year with $38 billion in crypto assets under custody and $119 billion in notional crypto trading volume over the […] The post Robinhood Crypto marks milestone year with $38 billion in assets and European expansion appeared first on CryptoSlate.

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Blockchain provider Fireblocks sets up office in Japan to support institutional adoption

As Japan signals its plans to become a leader in institutional blockchain adoption, Fireblocks opens a regional office in Tokyo to support the country’s expanding ecosystem. Crypto custody and blockchain infrastructure provider Fireblocks has opened a new office in Tokyo…

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LUIGI hits all-time high at $60M market cap after Luigi Mangione’s arrest for murder

Luigi Inu, a memecoin inspired by Luigi Mangione, has hit a new all-time high by market capitalization, reaching $45 million. This market movement is in conjunction with the Pennsylvania police taking Mangione in custody for the murder.

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BitGo launches retail crypto platform, expands beyond institutions

BitGo, a leader in institutional digital asset services, has officially launched its first platform tailored to retail investors. The new platform allows individual users access to BitGo’s suite of tools, previously exclusive to institutions.

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Standard Chartered-backed Zodia Custody aims to raise $50m in funding round

Crypto custodian, Zodia Custody, aims to raise $50 million from investors to fuel its plans to branch out into new regions and expand its product range. According to a Bloomberg report on Nov. 4, Standard Chartered’s crypto custodian subsidiary Zodia…

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US Crypto Regulation Needs a Hard Fork

These simple modifications to the SEC’s current regulatory framework for crypto asset issuance, staking, custody and trading can foster greater innovation without relying on new acts of Congress, says Willkie’s Mike Selig.

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Bolivian bank Banco Bisa launches USDT custody service

Banco Bisa has unveiled a custody service for the USDT stablecoin, marking a significant step towards the mainstream adoption of cryptocurrencies in Bolivia. This new offering allows clients to securely buy, sell, and transfer USDT, enabling them to hold their assets, make international payments, and send money to family members abroad. The cost of the […]

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Bitwise updates XRP ETF filing with new S-1 submission

Bitwise updates its XRP ETF filing with the SEC, detailing new custody and trading mechanisms to enhance security and efficiency. The post Bitwise updates XRP ETF filing with new S-1 submission appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Ripple Rolls Out Crypto Custody Services For Banks, Putting XRP On Path To $1 Price Tag

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Ripple Expands Custody Business to Offer 'Bank-Grade' Service to Crypto Firms

The new features could allow companies to tokenize and manage real-world assets (RWAs) as well as other cryptocurrencies on XRP Ledger.

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Ripple launches crypto custody solution for banks

Ripple has unveiled new features for its custody solution for banks and fintechs. The company is looking to tap into the growing tokenization and RWA market. Ripple has launched new features that bring digital asset custody to banks and fintechs, the blockchain company announced on Oct.

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Ripple debuts crypto custody solutions to support banks in managing crypto: report

Ripple is entering the custodian space, unveiling a range of new services to assist financial institutions in managing crypto for their clients. According to a CNBC report on Oct. 10, the San Francisco-based blockchain firm wants to position its recently…

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BNY Mellon SAB 121 exemption may herald bank Bitcoin custody

Bank of New York Mellon, the largest U.S. custodian bank, scored an exemption from a controversial SEC rule that may enable Bitcoin custody. Institutional custody of Bitcoin (BTC) and cryptocurrencies in the U.S. took a step forward as BNY Mellon…

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River Secures Over $800 Million Worth of Bitcoin, Launches Proof of Reserve

River launched a transparency tool proving it holds over $800 million worth of Bitcoin in full reserve custody. The U.S. exchange aims to rebuild trust after failures like FTX with its new River Proof of Reserves.

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1inch launches Fusion+ upgrade for its cross-chain swaps

Decentralized exchange 1inch has introduced a new upgrade that allows users to swap their crypto assets without giving up custody. According to a Sept. 18 announcement, 1inch has deployed the next iteration of its 2022 Fusion upgrade for its Swap…

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Figure Markets Unveils its Global Crypto Exchange, Offering 8% Yield Opportunity

A new global crypto exchange is shaking up the market with competitive leverage options and yield-earning cash sweeps. It allows users to earn up to 8% on their cash and stablecoin balances. Figure Markets, a prominent player in the decentralized custody space for digital assets, has officially launched its global crypto exchange from the Cayman […]

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Chainlink partners with Fireblocks to help banks issue stablecoins

Fireblocks and Chainlink Labs have announced a strategic collaboration to provide banks with a technology solution for issuing and managing regulated stablecoins. Crypto custody and services firm Fireblocks has teamed up with Chainlink Labs to offer a new solution for…

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BitGo launches unified token management solution for protocols

Digital assets custody provider BitGo has unveiled a new solution the platform says will transform the way protocols manage token custody, distribution and liquidation. According to BitGo, the Token Management platform offers an automated process that protocols and organizations can…

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Coinbase CEO refutes claims of selling ‘paper Bitcoin’ to BlackRock

Coinbase defended its ETF custody and new cbBTC offering.  However, the community sought clarity on its cbBTC BTC backing.  Coinbase hit headlines on 15th September amid intense scrutiny aThe post Coinbase CEO refutes claims of selling ‘paper Bitcoin’ to BlackRock appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Zurich Cantonal Bank (ZKB) rolls out Bitcoin and Ethereum trading services

Zurich Cantonal Bank (ZKB), Switzerland’s fourth-largest bank, has entered the cryptocurrency market, offering trading and custody services for Bitcoin and Ethereum. ZKB’s new service, part of its digital platform, is designed to cater to both retail and institutional clients.

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Qatar introduces new digital assets framework

Qatar has unveiled a new digital assets regulatory framework, with its launch set to bring key areas such as tokenization, custody and exchange under regulation. The Qatar Financial Center Authority and the Qatar Financial Center Regulatory Authority, key players in…

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Zenrock Aims to Calm Users' DeFi Wobbles With Decentralized Custody Offering

Crypto custody upstart Qredo has got a new lease of life after being bought out of administration by Dan Tapiero’s 10T Holdings and 1RoundTable Partners. The company is soon to relaunch as Zenrock.

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BitGo adjusts WBTC custody operations after outcry - What changed?

BitGo has revised its WBTC custody operations model after risk concerns Meow, Jupiter Exchange's founder, is ‘satisfied’ with these changes BitGo has proposed a new model for its plannedThe post BitGo adjusts WBTC custody operations after outcry - What changed? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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WazirX shifts funds to new multisig wallets, cuts ties with Liminal after $230m hack

Indian crypto exchange WazirX, which suffered a $230 million hack in July, has said it is moving customer funds to new multi signature wallets and ending its relationship with crypto custody provider Liminal. In an X post on Aug. 14,…

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Exclusive: Fireblocks granted New York charter for crypto custody

The charter allows Fireblocks to offer cold-storage custody to US clients.

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WazirX Ends Custody Relationship With Liminal, Is Moving Funds to New Multisig Wallets

Indian cryptocurrency exchange WazirX, which suffered a $230 million exploit in July, is ending its relationship with custody provider Liminal.

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BitGo’s New WBTC Custody Plan Draws Scrutiny Over Justin Sun’s Role

BitGo CEO Mike Belshe assured that WBTC security measures will remain robust and Sun's role will not impact the control or safety of the reserves. The post BitGo’s New WBTC Custody Plan Draws Scrutiny Over Justin Sun’s Role appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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