Standard Chartered expands digital asset operations, targeting institutional investors.

Standard Chartered is preparing a prime brokerage business to expand digital asset trading. We see global banks intensifying competition for institutional services. This move aligns with that broader trend. Reports indicate Standard Chartered is reviewing the establishment of digital asset prime brokerage. Sources familiar with the matter say discussions are early. The launch timeline is not yet determined. Prime brokerage provides comprehensive trading support for institutional investors. Services include finance, securities lending, and custody. Demand is rising as institutional capital flows into the digital asset market increase. The bank plans to place this business under SC Ventures. This is a wholly-owned venture capital subsidiary. We believe this structure reduces the burden of strict capital regulations. Direct inclusion in the investment banking sector would trigger heavier requirements. An SC Ventures spokesperson declined to comment. SC Ventures previously announced a digital asset joint venture called 'Project37C'. This was disclosed in a LinkedIn post last December. The announcement outlined plans for custody, tokenization, and market access. It did not specify prime brokerage or external partners at that time. Not financial advice. DYOR. © 2026 Coincex. All Rights Reserved.