U.S. blockchain startup Ripple made a major foray into crypto custody on Thursday, launching new services aimed at helping banks and financial technology firms to store digital assets on behalf of clients.
The crypto custody market is forecast to reach at least $16 trillion by 2030, according to the Boston Consulting Group.
Ripple said that custody is one of the fastest-growing areas for the startup, with Ripple Custody posting customer growth of over 250% year-over-year growth this year and operating in seven countries.
Last year, Ripple acquired Metaco, a firm that helps other entities store and manage their crypto, in a bid to boost its nascent crypto custody business.
The company this year also acquired Standard Custody & Trust Company, another crypto custody firm, to further bolster its efforts.
Persons:
Ripple, Aaron Slettehaugh
Organizations:
CNBC, Boston Consulting, HSBC, BBVA, Societe Generale, DBS, XRP, Trust Company, U.S . Securities, Exchange Commission, SEC
Locations:
San Francisco, Swiss