Leading crypto executives say a wave of global banking interest in Bitcoin is likely to materialize by the end of 2025, as regulatory clarity improves and digital asset infrastructure matures. At recent industry conferences, figures from Messari and Sygnum Bank indicated that the financial sector is preparing to integrate crypto offerings more broadly.
Ryan Selkis, CEO of Messari, noted that several large banks have already begun pilot programs focused on custody and settlement of Bitcoin and other digital assets. “The demand from institutional clients is growing louder,” Selkis said. “By the second half of 2025, we expect to see full-scale Bitcoin offerings from major banks across the U.S., Europe, and Asia.”
Switzerland-based Sygnum Bank, which already provides regulated crypto services, echoed this sentiment. A spokesperson highlighted the role of evolving regulatory frameworks in enabling traditional banks to enter the space. “We anticipate a tipping point once MiCA is fully implemented in Europe, and once the U.S. finalizes its stablecoin and custody regulations,” the representative said.
In the past, regulatory uncertainty and reputational risk deterred many institutions from offering crypto-related services. However, the tide appears to be turning as lawmakers and financial regulators worldwide work to establish clear guidelines for digital assets. Both the SEC and CFTC in the U.S. have signaled openness to crypto frameworks that ensure consumer protection and market stability.
At the same time, improvements in compliance tools, blockchain analytics, and custody technology are making it easier for traditional financial players to manage crypto risks. “We’re seeing a convergence of institutional-grade infrastructure and regulatory certainty,” said a partner at a leading fintech law firm. “That’s exactly the environment big banks have been waiting for.”
Industry insiders believe that by the end of next year, Bitcoin could be treated as a core asset class within private wealth management divisions, pension portfolios, and corporate treasuries. The shift could mark a new phase in the mainstreaming of digital finance, moving beyond the early adopter phase to widespread institutional participation.
Shogun Lin
