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Deutsche Bank is partnering with Crypto.com in the Asia-Pacific region. The collaboration will see Deutsche Bank become Crypto.com's corporate banking partner in Singapore, Australia, and Hong Kong, supporting the crypto exchange's financial needs. This includes services such as payroll, vendor paym...
Deutsche Bank has entered a strategic partnership with Crypto.com in the Asia-Pacific region, encompassing Singapore, Australia, and Hong Kong. As part of this collaboration, Deutsche Bank will serve as Crypto.com's corporate banking partner, catering to the crypto exchange's financial requirements, including payroll, vendor payments, and treasury management.
This partnership is designed to bolster Crypto.com's strategic operations in the region and facilitate its long-term expansion plans. Karl Mohan, Crypto.com General Manager APAC and MEA and Global Head of Banking Partnerships, emphasized the significance of this alliance, noting, "This is a momentous relationship for us and further highlights our commitment to security and compliance. Teaming up with one of the world’s leading financial services providers further cements our, already strong, presence globally and we are excited to build on this with the support of Deutsche Bank."
According to the joint press release, Deutsche Bank's role will encompass comprehensive support for Crypto.com's daily financial needs, ranging from payroll to vendor payments and treasury management. Kriti Jain, Head of New Economy Corporate Coverage for APAC and Cash Sales for APAC & MEA for Deutsche Bank, expressed enthusiasm for the collaboration, stating, "We are delighted to support Crypto.com’s strategic businesses in Asia Pacific. Our strong track record with serving global new economy clients, combined with our commitment to innovation and broad global network position us strongly to help Crypto.com with its long-term growth ambitions."
Notably, Crypto.com recently introduced credit cards and additional financial services, indicating a broader expansion of its offerings in the financial landscape. This partnership marks a significant step in the convergence of traditional financial institutions and the burgeoning cryptocurrency sector, signaling the increasing integration of digital assets in the global financial ecosystem.