Deutsche Bank crypto custody goes live for institutional clients in Germany

Deutsche Bank’s crypto custody service went live for paying institutional and corporate clients on November 11, 2026 , giving them a bank-managed way to hold and transfer five digital assets. The launch starts in Germany, with cross-border European servicing under applicable rules, ahead of a planned expansion into Asian financial centres in 2027. Key takeaways The initial assets are Bitcoin, Ether, USDC, EURC and EURAU. Deutsche Bank handles private keys and requires multiple transaction approvals. Tokenization and settlement form part of the bank’s wider plans. How Deutsche Bank’s crypto custody service works Deutsche Bank oversees clients’ digital wallets and private keys, enabling institutions to hold and move cryptocurrencies without having to build their own custody systems.

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