Deutsche Bank plans bitcoin, ether custody for institutional clients in Europe

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What happened

Deutsche Bank plans to launch European digital asset custody this year, initially supporting bitcoin, ether, and select stablecoins.

Key facts

  • Reported by The Block and published Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:05:28 UTC.

Why it matters

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  • Whether spot volume and open interest confirm the move
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