Garanti BBVA, Turkey’s second-largest private bank, has announced the expansion of its cryptocurrency services to include XRP. This was confirmed through an official notification on the bank’s website and highlighted by XRP community member WrathofKahneman in a recent post.
Garanti BBVA Expands Crypto Offerings
Garanti BBVA has continued its effort to broaden the selection of cryptocurrencies available through its mobile app. In its latest update, the bank introduced support for the token, which it described as a prominent digital asset with one of the largest market capitalizations.
Alongside this asset, the bank also added support for Arbitrum (ARB), a notable cryptocurrency among the top 50 in market rankings. With these new additions, Garanti BBVA’s crypto portfolio now includes XRP and ARB, as well as previously supported assets like Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Avalanche (AVAX), Chiliz (CHZ), and the stablecoin USD Coin (USDC).
Driven by Customer Demand
The inclusion of the asset in the bank’s mobile app follows the bank’s commitment to expanding its offerings based on customer demand. Korcan Abali, General Manager of Garanti BBVA Digital Assets, emphasized that the decision to integrate XRP was directly influenced by feedback from the bank’s customer base.
Abali highlighted that there has been a rising interest in both crypto trading and asset custody among the bank’s clients. He also reiterated the institution’s dedication to providing a secure and reliable platform for its customers, backed by strong security measures, excellent customer service, and advanced technology.
Garanti BBVA’s decision to incorporate more digital assets is part of its broader strategy to cater to the increasing demand for crypto services. The bank had previously announced its plans to continue expanding its range of supported assets following monthly security reviews of its services.
Garanti BBVA as a Crypto Asset Service Provider
The bank’s recognition as a crypto asset service provider comes amidst recent changes to Turkey’s Capital Markets Law. As one of Turkey’s most prominent private banks, Garanti BBVA holds consolidated assets worth approximately $76 billion.
The bank operates in various sectors, including corporate, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), commercial, private, and investment banking. It also has subsidiaries in pension and life insurance.
The bank’s entry into the cryptocurrency space, particularly with the addition of XRP, reflects its commitment to staying at the forefront of financial innovation. This move also highlights the growing significance of digital assets in mainstream financial services.
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Positive Reactions from Community
The decision by the Turkish bank to support XRP has been met with optimism from the cryptocurrency community. Many see it as a key development toward wider adoption of the asset by major financial institutions.
The bank’s integration of this token, along with its other cryptocurrency offerings, is expected to enhance the accessibility of digital assets for its customers and contribute to broader mainstream acceptance of cryptocurrency in Turkey.
As the bank continues to expand its crypto services, it remains committed to ensuring the security and satisfaction of its clients, positioning itself as a leader in the Turkish banking sector’s evolving approach to digital finance.
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