Crypto Banking

Deutsche Bank has secured authorization under the EU's MiCA framework in Germany to provide crypto-asset custody and transfer services. The move comes as the bank prepares to launch digital-asset custody for institutional and corporate clients, initially supporting Bitcoin, Ether, USDC, EURC and EURAU. Deutsche Bank expects its first clients to go live in 2026, subject to completion of the applica...

In Canada, a bank’s “crypto-friendliness” is defined by its willingness to route fiat transactions to registered platforms without holds, declines, or account closures. Transaction headroom varies drastically across institutions, with monthly Interac e-Transfer limits ranging from $20,000 at major banks to $150,000 at specialized regional institutions. Banks with documented instituti...

There is no European bank Bitcoin sell-off, because direct holdings are near zero. Euro area investors held €17bn in crypto products in Q4 2024, only €3.4bn of it across the entire financial sector. Basel’s 1,250% risk weight forces a bank to hold one euro of capital per euro of Bitcoin, with Group 2 exposure capped […]...

Western Union, one of the world’s largest money transfer companies, has announced plans to launch USDPT, a U.S. dollar-backed stablecoin built on the Solana blockchain and issued by Anchorage Digital Bank. The move signals a major shift in how the 175 year-old remittance giant plans to bridge traditional finance with blockchain. It’s official:@WesternUnion, the world’s […]...

Summary Bitcoin ATMs make it possible to buy or sell crypto with cash in everyday locations. Laws require operators to register, verify customers, and monitor transactions. U.S. rules combine federal oversight with state licensing, creating complex obligations. Other countries range from supportive frameworks to outright bans. Regulation builds trust but also brings limits on fees, […]...

Regulation has caught up to crypto. In 2025, exchanges, wallets, and service providers are no longer flying under the radar. Across major markets, governments are tightening oversight with new licensing regimes, stricter AML enforcement, and broader Travel Rule requirements. The European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework has reshaped the expectations for digital asset businesses....

Crypto banking isn’t a niche anymore. As regulatory frameworks tighten and traditional finance inches closer to digital assets, a new wave of institutions is redefining what it means to offer financial services. Some were born in crypto. Others are legacy banks pivoting fast. Together, they’re shaping how businesses and investors interact with digital assets in […]...

A “crypto-friendly” country fosters an environment where blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies thrive through clear regulations, tax benefits, and financial integration. These countries matter to investors and businesses by providing legal clarity, reducing tax burdens, and encouraging innovation. In 2026, global crypto adoption has surged, with more nations embracing blockchain f...

The potential classification of Ether as a security by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) could have profound long-term implications for various sectors within and adjacent to the crypto industry. Let’s explore these implications for the crypto industry, tokenization, Bitcoin, and the broader strategies of companies like BlackRock. A) Crypto Industry The classification of Ether [&h...