
Saturday Feb 15, 2025
Banks Embrace Crypto: A New Era for Digital Finance
Major U.S. banks are making strategic moves into cryptocurrency services, signaling a transformative shift in the financial landscape. As institutions like State Street and Citigroup enter the crypto space, the market could see increased legitimacy and stability. Meanwhile, South Korea's new crypto policy opens doors for corporates but keeps financial institutions at bay. Trump Media's foray into crypto assets and the rise of eco-friendly cryptocurrencies like Lightchain AI further illustrate the evolving dynamics of digital finance. Join us as we explore these pivotal developments and their potential impact on the future of cryptocurrency.
Sources:
https://www.tipranks.com/news/major-u-s-banks-are-making-a-push-into-cryptocurrency-services
https://www.ledgerinsights.com/korea-cryptocurrency-corporates/
https://blockchain.news/flashnews/trump-media-authorized-to-acquire-cryptocurrency-assets
https://www.thecooldown.com/green-business/lightchain-ai-cryptocurrency-green-sustainable/
Outline:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:40) Major U.S. Banks Are Making a Push into Cryptocurrency Services
(00:03:47) Korea to phase in crypto access for corporates, pro investors but not financial institutions - Ledger Insights
(00:07:26) Trump Media Authorized to Acquire Cryptocurrency Assets
(00:11:04) Newly launched cryptocurrency receives major buzz after raising over $7 million in presale: 'Cryptocurrency of the future'