The firm has added CREST Depositary Interest service to its custody and transfer platform to provide more streamlined access to London’s capital base for overseas issuers
In partnership with Bit2Me, the service integrates cryptocurrency trading operations, real-time access to market data, advanced execution capabilities, and secure custody infrastructure
The two firms will identify and develop opportunities to expand their offerings to institutional clients in Oman, with a focus on advanced asset servicing and global custody capabilities
This new entity will serve to facilitate the connection between Citi's clients and global markets, while reinforcing collaboration with the public and private sectors
The bank acted in dual capacities as both the QFI’s custodian and futures margin depository bank, supporting the end-to-end execution of the trade in China Government Bond futures
Brown Brothers Harriman’s account opening API supports straight through exchange of account opening requests and confirmations between distributors, banks
Under the proposed acquisition, Zodia Custody’s regulated custody activities will be integrated into Standard Chartered’s existing digital asset custody business
As of 31 March 2026, the company held US$250 billion in assets under custody, representing a 19 per cent year-on-year increase from the same period in 2025
Over their 13-year partnership, Citi notes that it has worked closely with Hostplus supporting their increased investment requirements, regulatory obligations, and operational efficiency
The partnership will see the firms combine their strengths across the full lifecycle of tokenised securities, spanning trading, custody, settlement, and collateral management
The firms say the collaboration will broaden access to private market strategies, streamline the investment journey, and lower the barriers that have made these products difficult to access
