Digital Assets

Deutsche Bank has launched a digital-asset custody service for institutional clients, supporting Bitcoin, Ethereum and three stablecoins or e-money tokens. The offering includes safekeeping and transfers, while retail access is excluded. The bank says it plans further products and an expansion into Asian financial

Wirex has appointed Kulveer Ranger, the Lord Ranger of Northwood, as an adviser to its UK digital asset arm, Wirex Labs. The company says he will counsel on UK strategy as it prepares for a regime overseen by the FCA from October 2027.

The Vault, a regulated custody platform for digital assets, is establishing an engineering hub in Tbilisi, Georgia, to enhance its technology and product development capabilities.

XT Exchange is redefining market discovery in the evolving cryptocurrency landscape by providing visibility and access to emerging projects. As liquidity concentrates in established assets, XT's approach ensures that new tokens can still find their audience and market.

Sberbank has been added to the Bank of Russia's register of crypto exchange organizations, allowing it to trade digital currencies. This marks a significant step for Russia's largest bank in the crypto space, as it prepares to launch trading services by December 1.

The Moscow Exchange is set to allow cryptocurrency trading starting December, with testing already in progress. This move follows new regulations on digital currencies in Russia.

Bitcoin privacy is crucial for users, as a single transaction can jeopardize years of discreet activity. Activist Seth for Privacy shares insights on protecting your Bitcoin privacy in a recent podcast.

CFTC Chair Mike Selig emphasizes the need for new regulations to prevent another FTX-like collapse, highlighting the importance of federal oversight for crypto exchanges.