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Alexander Stefanov

Citigroup Plans 2026 Launch of Institutional Bitcoin Custody and 24/7 Settlement Platform

On 27 February 2026, Citigroup detailed plans to introduce a comprehensive digital asset platform that will place Bitcoin directly within its core banking and custody systems. The initiative includes on-balance-sheet custody, 24/7 operations, Swift and API connectivity, and integration with internal tools such as CIDAP and Citi Token Services. The move aims to let institutional clients manage Bitcoin alongside traditional assets under the same risk, compliance, and reporting framework.