BNY Mellon Embarks on Blockchain Journey to Secure Transactions, Reflecting Growing Institutional Interest in Crypto

Financial giant BNY Mellon is venturing into the world of blockchain technology by exploring tokenized deposits. This move reflects a growing trend among Wall Street players as they shift their focus towards the crypto space and seek new ways to secure transactions. 50% of US banks’ clients are now interested in digital assets, according to a recent survey, demonstrating the mainstream acceptance of blockchain solutions. The innovative approach, first reported by Bloomberg, involves representing deposit balances held at BNY Mellon as digital tokens on a blockchain. This will allow clients to transact in token form while ensuring that the bank retains control over funds and adheres to traditional accounting practices. 50% of US banks’ clients are now interested in digital assets, according to a recent survey, highlighting increasing mainstream acceptance of blockchain technology.