When a global bank like Citi announces plans to launch crypto custody services by 2026, it’s a moment worth noting. It tells us one thing, digital assets are no longer on the sidelines. They’re becoming part of mainstream finance.
At Anankai, we see this as a strong signal that the world is finally catching up to what we’ve been building. Secure, scalable digital asset custody that bridges trust and technology. Through our partnership with Fireblocks, we already help institutions manage their digital assets with the same safety and control that Citi now aims to deliver.
Why Custody Is Becoming So Important
Crypto custody isn’t just about storing assets safely anymore. It’s about giving financial institutions confidence to operate in a digital economy.
Citi’s plan highlights a few key points that show how quickly this landscape is maturing:
- Custody is the foundation. Before tokenisation, digital payments, or stablecoins can grow, institutions need a secure way to hold digital assets.
- Collaboration matters. Citi’s idea of combining in-house systems with external partners shows that success in this space depends on trusted technology alliances.
- Compliance drives growth. Security alone isn’t enough. Institutions want custody solutions that also meet the highest standards for KYC, AML, and reporting.
How Anankai Solving Crypto Challenges
Anankai is providing digital asset custody for forward-thinking institutions. Our infrastructure, powered by Fireblocks, offers both security and flexibility. Helping clients manage assets confidently and stay compliant from day one.
- Multi-Party Computation (MPC): Splits private keys into multiple parts, removing any single point of failure.
- Policy-based controls: Every transaction follows clear, custom approval rules defined by the organisation.
- Wide asset support: From Bitcoin and Ethereum to stablecoins and tokenised securities, our system handles multiple blockchains.
- Real-time tracking: Institutions get full visibility into asset movements, compliance checks, and transaction history.
In simple terms, we’ve built what traditional banks are looking for, secure digital asset management that’s ready for institutional scale.
Stablecoins and Tokenised Deposits: The Next Chapter
Citi’s interest in stablecoins and tokenised deposits shows that traditional finance is embracing blockchain technology in real use cases.
These innovations promise faster settlements, lower costs, and improved transparency across financial systems.
The Broader Implication
As more global banks enter the digital asset space, one thing becomes clear. Trust is the true differentiator.
To succeed, institutions need partners that combine robust technology, regulatory readiness, and cross-chain compatibility.
At Anankai, we’ve been focused on this from the beginning. Our goal is simple: to make digital assets secure, compliant, and ready for the real world.
Citi’s upcoming launch is a strong reminder that the future of finance will be digital, tokenised, and secure by design.
The shift to institutional-grade crypto custody has begun and it’s moving faster than ever. To know more, contact us at info@anankai.com.
Source: CNBC