Standard Chartered and B2C2, a global provider of institutional liquidity for digital assets, announced a strategic partnership in hopes of improving institutional access to crypto markets. The collaboration brings together Standard Chartered’s global banking infrastructure with B2C2’s liquidity across spot and options trading, according to a note shared with Bitcoin Magazine.
Under the agreement, B2C2 will provide its institutional clients like asset managers, hedge funds, corporates, and family offices with direct connectivity and liquidity access to Standard Chartered’s banking network and settlement services.
The partnership is designed to deliver a streamlined experience by integrating regulated banking services with institutional-grade crypto liquidity.
The move reflects a broader trend of accelerating institutional adoption of digital assets, particularly in Asia.
As demand for regulated access to crypto assets grows, partnerships between established banks and digital asset firms aim to reduce friction in fiat-to-crypto transactions and enable faster, more reliable settlement processes.
Crypto access for institutional investors
Luke Boland, Head of Fintech, Asia, at Standard Chartered, noted the significance of the collaboration, stating that it enables “regulated, scalable market linkage without compromising execution or risk management.”
Thomas Restout, Group CEO of B2C2, emphasized the value of Standard Chartered’s global reach and regulatory credentials, calling the bank “an ideal strategic counterpart” for expanding institutional access to digital markets.
The partnership wants to connect traditional finance with digital asset markets, giving B2C2’s clients access to Standard Chartered’s global banking network.
This allows institutional investors to trade and manage both fiat and digital assets more efficiently and with better oversight.
B2C2 is known for providing reliable digital asset liquidity to institutional clients worldwide, while Standard Chartered has a strong presence across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, helping clients with cross-border transactions and market access.
Together, the two companies plan to build a solid framework for institutional crypto trading, supporting the growth of digital assets as part of mainstream finance.
Back in May 2025, Standard Chartered announced plans to expand its regulated digital asset services for institutional clients.
The bank has now officially launched spot Bitcoin trading through its UK branch, integrated with existing FX platforms and offering clients flexibility in settlement and custody.
This partnership with B2C2 will make it easier for institutions to navigate both traditional banking and emerging crypto markets.