Spot Trading

Standard Chartered has become the first major global bank to offer direct spot trading in bitcoin and ether against the US dollar, targeting institutional clients. This marks a significant step in integrating cryptocurrencies into mainstream finance.

Standard Chartered's UK branch has introduced spot trading for Bitcoin and Ether, targeting institutional clients. This move marks the first regulated and secure access by a global systemically important bank to deliverable spot trading of these cryptocurrencies. Integration through FX platforms and upcoming digital asset forwards showcase the bank's commitment to meeting rising crypto demand within regulatory frameworks.