Blockchain bank appoints Deutsche Bank FX executive CEO
Kenan Altunis most recently served as global co-head of the institutional client group within Deutsche Bank’s corporate and investment bank.
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ICE’s Bakkt prepares for institutional crypto custody with DACC acquisition
Cryptocurrency exchange makes move to reach regulatory custody approval through acquisition of crypto custodian.
Nasdaq grants spot crypto marketplace tech license ahead of launch
Bcause will launch its crypto marketplace in the second half of this year using Nasdaq’s Financial Framework.
London Derivatives Exchange adds digital assets to hybrid platform
LDX has expanded its trading platform to include digital assets and security tokens which will support the full trade lifecycle.
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Deutsche Boerse steps into the digital asset world with full ecosystem plans
German exchange group enters the digital asset world with plans for issuance, custody, access to liquidity, and banking services.
SIX Digital Exchange to use R3’s blockchain technology
R3 to provide the underlying blockchain technology for fully integrated trading, settlement and custody for digital assets from Swiss exchange.
Gemini ups institutional drive with BT Radianz connection
Gemini steps up efforts to reach incumbent crypto market players by joining network of brokers, institutions, exchanges and clearing and settlement houses.
Kraken acquires crypto derivatives trading platform in major deal
Crypto Facilities provides trading on various cryptocurrency derivatives.
B2C2 gets FCA approval for crypto CFD product
Liquidity provider B2C2 gains authorisation from the FCA to offer contracts for difference (CFDs).
Libra gains SOC 1 Type 2 attestation for crypto platform
Libra has received a Service Organisation Control (SOC) 1 Type 2 attestation report for its Crypto Office platform.