The London-based digital bank Kroo has barred its clients from engaging in cryptocurrency transactions, joining other U.K.-based banks in this decision. The bank cites the increasing cases of online fraud incidents involving cryptocurrencies as the reason for this move. Kroo to Decline Cryptocurrency-Related Bank Transfer Requests London-based digital bank Kroo has barred its customers from […]
Goldman Sachs Says ‘Many of Our Largest Clients’ Getting Active in Crypto
Many of Goldman Sachs’ largest clients are ramping up their activity in the crypto space following spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) approvals and BTC price recovery. “The recent ETF approval has triggered a resurgence of interest and activities from our clients,” said Goldman Sachs’ Asia Pacific head of digital assets. Goldman Sachs’ Clients Getting Active […]
Bitcoin Tops Crypto Priority for Blackrock Clients as IBIT Holdings Reach 243K BTC
Blackrock’s head of digital assets has revealed that bitcoin is the overwhelming favorite cryptocurrency for the asset management firm’s clients. “And then a little bit Ethereum, and very little everything else,” he added. Blackrock’s spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETF), the Ishares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), has amassed approximately 243K bitcoins since its launch. Blackrock’s Head of […]
Bank of America Merrill Lynch and Wells Fargo Begin Offering Spot Bitcoin ETFs to Clients, Report
Bank of America’s Merrill Lynch and Wells Fargo’s wealth management arm have reportedly begun offering some clients access to spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Other investment platforms that offer some clients access to spot bitcoin ETFs include Fidelity, Charles Schwab, Robinhood Markets, and UBS. Major Banks Embrace Bitcoin ETFs Bank of America’s investment arm, Merrill […]
$30 Billion Investment Platform Approves 4 Spot Bitcoin ETFs for Clients
Carson Group, an investment platform with $ 30 billion in assets under management, has reportedly approved four spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) on its platform. The approved funds include Blackrock’s Ishares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) and Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund (FBTC). “We feel it is important to offer these products as a result of …