Crypto in Banking
Digital assets, tokenization, and the evolution of crypto in banking
American Banker delivers trusted, journalist-driven analysis on how banks are navigating the world of crypto. From regulatory updates to use cases for
American Banker highlights the areas where crypto is intersecting with core banking functions like compliance, settlement, and liquidity management. Our reporting avoids the hype and focuses on what matters to banks: oversight, infrastructure, and risk. Whether you're shaping strategy or monitoring market shifts, this is where the industry's crypto story takes shape.
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Senate Banking panel ranking member Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C., called on Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman Gary Gensler to appear before the committee.
February 14
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More regulated institutions serving crypto-related businesses would lead to more safety and soundness overall, many experts argue.
February 13
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PayPal is pausing work on the project as regulators increase scrutiny of cryptocurrencies and a key partner faces a probe by the New York State Department of Financial Services.
February 10
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Coinbase shares fell the most in more than six months after rival Kraken was forced to stop providing an investment service also offered by the largest U.S. cryptocurrency exchange.
February 10
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Move over, stablecoins; a new type of blockchain-based currency could take precedence, a bank report finds.
February 9
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Bank of England releases digital pound details, CBA adds anti-scam tech, and more. Here's what's happening around the world.
February 8
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As the cryptocurrency mania raged, Congress took a hands-off approach, keeping the fast-growing industry in legal limbo as it spawned startups and drew billions of dollars from investors. That's left it to the courts to deal with the wreckage.
February 8
Frequently Asked Questions:
How is American Banker’s crypto coverage different from crypto-native sites?
We don’t cover meme coins or speculative investing. Our editorial team reports from a banking-first lens — focusing on regulation, enterprise use cases, compliance, and tech partnerships involving banks, fintechs, and regulators.What are the main ways banks are engaging with crypto today?
- Digital payments innovation
- Cross-border payments using blockchain rails
- Tokenization of real-world assets (RWA) like treasuries and mortgages
- Compliance tech for crypto transactions and AML screening
- Partnerships with fintechs and exchanges