US Authorities Split $2 Billion in Bitcoin Into 2 Wallets, Igniting Custody and Sale Speculation

Following the U.S. government’s transfer of $2 billion in bitcoin, Arkham Intelligence reported that the federal agency divided the funds into two separate Bech32 bitcoin addresses: one containing 10,000 BTC and the other holding 19,799.99 BTC. Arkham speculates that the 10,000 BTC may have been sent to an institutional custody service. Arkham Reports U.S. Bitcoin … Read more

Bank of America Files Patent for Cryptocurrency Custody System

The Bank of America Corporation has filed with the U.S. Patent and Trademarks Office for a secure means for the storage and custody of cryptocurrencies. The filing describes a system for recording and storing data pertaining to cryptocurrency transactions designed for enterprises. Also Read: UK Banks Freeze Company’s Accounts After Owner Traded on Localbitcoins Bank of … Read more

Crypto Custody Poses Barrier to Institutional Investment

Cryptocurrency analysts are increasingly arguing that the lack of custody services provided by leading players from within the finance industry pose a significant barrier to institutional investors seeking exposure to the cryptocurrency markets. Also Read: Policy Easing, New Crypto Classification in South Korea Lack of Crypto Custody Services Comprises Serious Issue for Institutional Investors A number … Read more