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75% of U.S. Banks Launch Digital Asset Programs as Blockchain Adoption Accelerates

Published

24 September 2026

Topic

operational-macro

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Fintech

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United States

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Fusion42 · 24 September 2026 · Fusion42 review

New research reveals that 75% of U.S. banks have launched digital asset programs, with many allocating budgets and appointing leadership to blockchain initiatives. Banks prioritize digital wallets, custody, and stablecoin settlement rails while facing barriers such as cybersecurity, operational risk, and regulatory uncertainty.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Fintech, and 2 sources have reported it.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

The US banking sector is committing capital and leadership to blockchain programs, opening vendor opportunities now. You should revise your sales or product strategy to meet banks' demand for wallets and stablecoin settlements while navigating regulatory tension.

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2 sources · 24 Sep 2026

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