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Swiss Bank Drops Crypto Asset Service Amid U-Turn On Innovation
3.9.2021
In an unexpected turn of events, Switzerland’s Basler Kantonalbank (BKB) has announced it shut down its cryptoasset-focused project in a bid to focus on other sectors set out in its strategy for the years 2022 to 2025. BKB has also decided to close its fintech subsidiary Keen Innovation which...
Master-pieces: Swiss bank issuing NFT shares in Picasso painting for $6K each
16.7.2021
Swiss digital asset bank Sygnum is issuing NFTs representing fractionalized ownership in a Picasso painting
'Investors stay clear': UBS warns regulators could pop 'bubble-like crypto markets’
6.7.2021
UBS has joined the phalanx of banks expressing concern over their customers investing in digital assets
State-Owned Swiss Bank Postfinance Launches App Supporting 13 Cryptocurrencies
14.5.2021
The banking subsidiary of the national postal service of Switzerland, Postfinance, has launched a mobile app providing clients with access to cryptocurrencies, ETFs and more. The software allows users to make payments, save funds or invest in various assets, with a commitment to a level of security...
177-Year-Old Swiss Bank Bordier to Offer Bitcoin and Other Crypto Trading Services
26.2.2021
A 177-year-old bank in Switzerland has enabled cryptocurrency trading within its services, with expectations to expand. Bordier & Cie SCmA added bitcoin and other cryptos to its list of services by partnering with a well-known domestic crypto player. Bordier Customers Can Also Buy and Hold...
Bitcoin ETF War, New Ethereum ETP, Swiss Bank Goes Crypto + More News
24.2.2021
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Canada-based Evolve Funds Group said it has lowered the management fee on their Bitcoin ETF by 0.25 percentage point to 0.75% just...
UK Liquidity Provider Develops First Crypto ETP For Swiss Bank
21.1.2021
UK liquidity provider GHCO is planning to venture into the cryptocurrency exchange-traded product (ETP) market with the launch of a new product in February. The business is set to initiate market making ETPs for Swiss bank SEBA, but senior company representatives say the firm is also holding talks...
Gazprombank Switzerland Executes First Bitcoin Trades, Announces Payments Initiative
24.11.2020
As it launches client bitcoin services, the regulated Swiss bank said it is also working on developing a standard for cryptocurrency payments
Swiss Bank Sygnum Begins Storing Crypto With Taurus Group, Launches Staking Service
6.11.2020
The Switzerland-based bank Sygnum has announced this week that the fintech firm is now storing digital assets with the company Taurus Group. On Friday, the bank also revealed that the FINMA-approved firm’s clientele can purchase and stake XTZ by leveraging the Tezos network. Earlier this...
Switzerland Approves Gazprombank to Offer Bitcoin Trading and Custody
1.11.2020
Zurich-based Gazprombank, a subsidiary of Russia’s third-largest bank, has been approved by Switzerland’s financial regulator to offer a number of cryptocurrency services, including the buying, selling, trading, and custody of bitcoin. Gazprombank Approved to Offer Bitcoin Services...
Government-Owned Swiss Bank Launching Crypto Trading and Custody Services
4.8.2020
Basler Kantonalbank (BKB), Switzerland’s eighth-largest bank, is getting into crypto through its subsidiary, Bank Cler. Owned by the Swiss Canton of Basel-City, BKB has total assets of approximately $49 billion. Swiss Canton Bank Launching Crypto Services Local Swiss government-owned...
Coincidence? Top 5 Swiss Bank’s Profits up 34% After Bitcoin Integration
20.7.2020
Julius Baer, a top-five Swiss bank, saw its net profit climb by 34% in the first half of 2020, a period during which it began offering digital assets like Bitcoin to its clients
Swiss Bank InCore Enables Euro On-Ramp for Crypto Exchange Kraken
3.7.2020
The move comes at a time when traders are seeking alternative sources of capital value during an "uncertain macroeconomic climate."
Swiss Bank Maerki Baumann Launches Crypto Custody and Trading
1.6.2020
Swiss private bank Maerki Baumann deepens crypto push by adding crypto custody and trading services
Private Swiss Bank Rolls Out New Premium Crypto Trading Service
1.6.2020
Private Swiss bank Maerki Baumann is offering a new trading and custody service for a handful of cryptos
US Bank Silvergate Sees Growth in Crypto Clients, Despite Decreasing Deposits From the Sector
31.1.2020
Financial results released by two U.S. banks providing services to the crypto industry have indicated a decline in deposits from digital currency customers. However, a positive trend has been observed as well. One of the crypto-friendly institutions, Silvergate Bank, has seen an increasing number...
Swiss Bank Julius Baer Offers New Digital Asset Services With Licensed Crypto Bank SEBA
28.1.2020
Switzerland, a nation that’s been quite positive towards crypto business, is facilitating the integration between its traditional financial sector and the blockchain industry. With greater regulatory clarity and stability coming, established banks are plucking up the courage to offer digital...
Swiss Licensed Crypto Bank Expanding Into 9 Markets
1.12.2019
A fully operational crypto-focused bank based in Switzerland is expanding into nine other markets. With a banking and securities dealer license from the Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority, its services include crypto custody, trading, and asset management. The bank has launched...
Leading Swiss Bank Maerki Baumann Begins Accepting Crypto
5.11.2019
Switzerland has emerged as a leading banking center for several organizations and individuals all over the globe. And, the country also coined the popular term “Swiss account” which has gained familiarity among banking and investment circles for all the positive reasons. The country does not allow...