Citi Brings Bitcoin Custody to Wall Street by Year End

Citi is moving deeper into the crypto industry with the launch of its Custody+ platform. The banking leader plans to offer digital asset custody for Bitcoin starting later this year. This move places crypto assets alongside traditional holdings within a single banking framework.

The new service aims to solve the speed gap between old financial systems and the always active crypto market. Because digital assets move around the clock, Citi is building this infrastructure to support near instant settlement times. This marks a shift from their previous 2026 forecast and shows that major banks are moving faster to meet demand.

While Bitcoin is the only asset confirmed for now, the bank has not said which coins might be added next. Citi has been building its crypto team since 2021, and this latest update shows they are ready to put those plans into action. Investors should watch how this institutional support affects the broader adoption of digital assets as big banks continue to jump into the space.