#Crypto Custody

Highlights: SEC plans four more crypto roundtables starting April 11. Discussions will cover trading, custody, tokenization, and DeFi. Events will be held in Washington, D.C., and streamed online. The United States Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) Crypto Task Force will […]

Highlights: The SEC may withdraw a crypto custody rule after strong opposition from industry groups and advisers. The SEC under Trump has eased crypto regulations and dropped several enforcement actions against major firms. Paul Atkins may soon replace Mark Uyeda […]

Highlights: OCC allows banks to offer crypto custody and stablecoin services without approval. OCC removes Biden-era crypto restrictions to boost innovation. Trump announced the end of Operation Chokepoint 2.0 and pledged to support crypto and position the US as a […]

Highlights: Sygnum integrates Deribit into its off-exchange custody platform for institutional traders. Fireblocks Off-Exchange enables traders to mirror assets while maintaining custody security. This integration enhances liquidity access and safeguards assets from counterparty risks. Switzerland-based Sygnum has integrated Sygnum Protect, […]

Highlights: SEC’s rescindment of SAB 121 offers banks greater flexibility in crypto asset management. Commissioner Peirce supports the change, calling SAB 121 restrictive and innovation-stifling. Lawmakers praise repeal, arguing it restores balance and encourages U.S. digital asset growth. On January […]

Highlights: Garanti BBVA Kripto partners with Ripple and IBM to enhance digital asset security and trading services. The partnership offers advanced security measures, including data encryption and isolated customer environments. Garanti BBVA Kripto expands services to meet growing customer demand […]

Highlights: Ripple launched a new custody service for banks and fintech firms. The project features integration with the XRP ledger and AML monitoring. Ripple aims to tokenize real-world assets, enhancing its custody offerings. According to an Oct. 10 CNBC report, […]

Highlights: Taiwan’s FSC plans to pilot cryptocurrency custody services via local banks in 2025, enhancing security. Three Taiwanese banks will participate in a trial, offering secure storage for Bitcoin, Ether, and Dogecoin. Taiwan’s crypto custody trial aims to boost institutional […]

Highlights: BNY Mellon gains SEC approval for broader crypto custody, enhancing asset security.  This move positions the bank to capitalize on the growing crypto custody market.  However, criticism arises regarding perceived preferential treatment under regulatory guidelines. Bank of New York […]

Highlights: BNY Mellon has received an exemption from the SEC’s SAB 121 accounting guidelines. This exemption will enable BNY to include Bitcoin custody in its business operations. Michael Saylor said bank custody could boost Bitcoin’s market value. Bank of New […]