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Citi to Launch Bitcoin Custody for Institutional Clients With Custody+
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Fusion42 · 19 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
Citigroup announced it will launch Bitcoin custody services for institutional clients through its offering called Custody+, expanding its asset custody capabilities into cryptocurrency. This service targets large institutional investors seeking secure Bitcoin storage solutions backed by a major financial institution.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Fintech, and 4 sources have reported it between 18 Aug 2026 and 19 Aug 2026.
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Citi's move into Bitcoin custody opens a door for Fintech founders to partner with or compete against traditional banks entering crypto services. You can target institutional clients now looking for familiar brand security in digital asset custody.
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4 sources · first reported 18 Aug 2026 · latest 19 Aug 2026
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