Core Insights - Standard Chartered Bank is the first globally systemically important bank to offer spot cryptocurrency trading services, allowing corporate and institutional clients to buy and sell Bitcoin and Ethereum [1] Group 1 - The CEO of Standard Chartered, Bill Winters, stated on July 15 that digital assets are becoming a "core" component of the global financial system [1] - The bank aims to provide a secure and efficient way for clients to trade and manage risks associated with digital assets while meeting regulatory requirements [1] - Despite some competitors being cautious about cryptocurrencies, Standard Chartered is responding to growing client demand for digital asset services [1]