Standard Chartered's new trading platform enhances its regulated Bitcoin and crypto services, catering to growing institutional demand for digital assets.
On July 15, 2025, Standard Chartered launched a spot Bitcoin trading platform for institutional clients, integrated with its existing services. The initiative aims to meet accelerating institutional demand for digital assets while ensuring a regulated trading environment under FCA oversight. The bank plans to introduce non-deliverable forwards for Bitcoin trading soon, allowing clients to settle trades with various custodians, including its own custody service. Bill Winters, Group Chief Executive, highlighted the importance of digital assets in financial evolution, while recent projections suggest significant Bitcoin price growth driven by institutional interest.