Custody

BlackRock Teams Up with Anchorage Digital to Enhance Cryptocurrency Custody Services

29 days ago

In a significant move that underscores the growing acceptance of cryptocurrency within mainstream finance, BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, has announced its partnership with Anchorage Digital, a leading digital asset custody provider. This alliance aims to solidify BlackRock’s offerings in the burgeoning cryptocurrency market, reflecting a broader trend of institutional interest in digital assets.

Deutsche Börse's Clearstream to Enter the Cryptocurrency Custody Arena

2 months ago

In a significant move signaling the growing acceptance of digital assets among traditional financial institutions, Deutsche Börse's subsidiary, Clearstream, has announced plans to introduce custody services for cryptocurrencies, specifically Bitcoin and Ether. This initiative aims to meet the rising demand from institutional investors seeking secure and regulated ways to hold and manage digital assets.

Nomura-Backed Komainu Secures $75 Million in Bitcoin Funding, Accelerating Crypto Custody Services

4 months ago

The cryptocurrency firm Komainu, which is backed by financial giant Nomura, has successfully raised $75 million in Bitcoin funding. This significant investment aims to expand the firm's capabilities in providing digital asset custody services. Komainu’s custodial services are pivotal for institutional investors seeking secure methods to handle their cryptocurrency holdings amid the rapidly evolving crypto landscape.

Nomura-Backed Crypto Custodian Komainu Expands with Strategic Acquisition

7 months ago

In a significant development within the cryptocurrency custodial landscape, Komainu, a custodian backed by Nomura, has made its inaugural acquisition. This move marks a pivotal moment for the firm as it seeks to strengthen its position in an increasingly competitive market for digital asset custody solutions.

BNY Mellon's New Structure Approved by SEC for Crypto Custody, Goes Beyond ETFs, Says Gensler

8 months ago

In a seminal moment that speaks volumes of the changing face of financial markets, the US Securities and Exchange Commission has just approved a groundbreaking structure proposed by BNY Mellon for the custody of cryptocurrencies. None other than the SEC Chairman, Gary Gensler, stated that news and underlined the fact that the new structure will go far beyond the realm of ETFs.

BNY Mellon to Custody Crypto Assets for ETFs Pending SEC Review

8 months ago

In a landscape-changing move, if there ever was one in the cryptocurrency world, BNY Mellon announced it would custody crypto assets for ETFs on Monday after a review by the United States' SEC. The initiative by the venerable bank underlines growing interest from Wall Street in the burgeoning digital currency sector.