Global #Digital Asset

Standard Chartered Hong Kong is preparing to introduce trading services for virtual asset ETFs (Exchange-Traded Funds) by November 2025.

After a challenging week that pushed XRP down to a low of $2.38, the digital asset is demonstrating significant recovery, fueled by a massive influx of capital.

Citi (C) is set to significantly expand its digital asset offerings with the planned launch of a cryptocurrency custody service in 2026.

Digital asset investment products experienced a strong rebound last week, attracting roughly $2.5 billion in new inflows, according to CoinShares.

Cryptocurrency has matured into a significant global asset class, with its growth in 2025 driven by improved regulations, institutional adoption, and robust investor demand.

Kazakhstan is taking a significant step into the digital asset space, announcing plans to channel a portion of its gold and foreign exchange reserves, along with National Fund assets, into digital asset-related investments.