Switzerland’s PostFinance AG bank introduces Ethereum staking
PostFinance AG launches Ethereum staking, expanding its crypto service offerings. The move aligns with rising global crypto adoption and Switzerland’s crypto-friendly stance. The US political shift under Trump is expected…
Italy’s largest bank, Intesa Sanpaolo, buys $1M Bitcoin
Intesa Sanpaolo Bank buys $1M in Bitcoin. The bank is the first Italian bank to invest in crypto. The move is a low-risk experiment with digital assets in preparation for…
Crypto.com partners with Deutsche Bank for Asian-Pacific banking services
com partners with Deutsche Bank to enhance Asia-Pacific banking services. The deal strengthens Crypto.com’s infrastructure and supports global expansion. Plans include entry into Europe and offering traditional financial products by…
DBS Bank rolls out ‘Token Services’ for blockchain-based banking
DBS Bank has launched “Token Services” to enhance blockchain solutions for clients. Key offerings of the ‘DBS Token Services’ include Treasury Tokens, Conditional Payments, and Programmable Rewards. The services optimize…
MicroStrategy’s endgame is to be the leading Bitcoin bank: Michael Saylor
MicroStrategy aims to become the world’s leading Bitcoin bank, holding 252,220 BTC. The company invests borrowed funds in Bitcoin, expecting 29% annual returns. Saylor’s goal is to grow MicroStrategy into…
National Bank of Bahrain launches a Bitcoin investment fund
The National Bank of Bahrain launches the GCC’s first Bitcoin investment fund. The fund offers accredited investors exposure to Bitcoin as a capital-protecting option. Bahrain ranks fifth globally in Bitcoin…
Singapore’s DBS Bank to launch crypto options and structured notes in Q4 2024
DBS Bank to launch OTC crypto options trading linked to BTC and ETH in Q4 2024. Clients can hedge against volatility through options and structured notes. DBS continues integrating blockchain…
Switzerland’s 4th largest bank ZKB launches Bitcoin and Ethereum trading
Zürcher Kantonalbank (ZKB) now offers Bitcoin and Ethereum trading via ZKB eBanking and Mobile Banking. The bank has partnered with Crypto Finance AG and will use Fireblocks for secure custody.…
Xapo Bank partners with Hilbert Group to launch $200m Bitcoin hedge fund
Xapo Bank and Hilbert Group will launch a Bitcoin-denominated hedge fund. The BTC fund will receive an initial investment of $200 million from Xapo and other investors. Xapo Bank is…
M2 crypto exchange to allow UAE residents to trade crypto using bank accounts
M2 enables UAE residents to trade BTC and ETH directly with bank accounts. Integration supports dirham deposits, withdrawals, and market-responsive trading. UAE has strict regulations to ensure consumer protection and…