Responding to rising institutional interest, Standard Chartered has unveiled a regulated Bitcoin and Ether trading service for corporate and financial clients.
The UK-based offering, announced this week, provides secure spot trading through the bank’s established FX platforms.
Clients can opt for custody via Standard Chartered’s in-house services or Zodia Custody, its institutional-focused partner. The bank emphasized compliance and security, positioning the move as part of its broader digital asset strategy.
“Digital assets are transforming finance, and we’re committed to offering trusted, institutional-grade access,” said CEO Bill Winters.
The service will first operate during Asian and European hours, with potential expansion to 24/5 trading.
