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May 2, 2025 at 06:54
Morgan Stanley Targets Retail Investors with Upcoming Crypto Trading Initiative
Morgan Stanley is progressing towards launching cryptocurrency trading services, aiming to incorporate digital assets into its E-Trade platform.
Reports suggest that this venture will begin as early as next year, following the bank's acquisition of E-Trade for $13 billion in 2020.
The initiative is part of a broader trend of traditional financial institutions embracing cryptocurrencies, reflecting a growing acceptance of the asset class in mainstream finance.
Currently, Morgan Stanley only offers limited crypto investments, such as Bitcoin and Ethereum-based exchange-traded funds, to its wealthiest clients.
However, the bank's expansion into retail crypto trading could position it as a leading player in the burgeoning digital asset space.
This move appears to be influenced by a more favorable regulatory environment in the U.S. for digital assets.
Moreover, other banking institutions, like SoFi, are also considering similar offerings, indicating a potential shift in the retail investment landscape.
Morgan Stanley has previously engaged with cryptocurrencies, allowing funds to invest in Bitcoin as early as 2021.
CEO Ted Pick has emphasized the importance of working with regulators to craft a safe approach to the crypto market.
As traditional finance and digital assets continue to converge, Morgan Stanley's initiative demonstrates a significant step towards democratizing access to cryptocurrencies.
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