Survey findings point to a shift from experimentation to implementation as institutions prioritize long-term positioning. Team Ripple wrote:
“This feeling of urgency — that the digital asset revolution is happening now — is shared across 72% of respondents who believe that finance leaders must offer a digital asset solution to remain competitive.”
Custody, Infrastructure Choices Shape Competitive FutureAdditionally, custody infrastructure remains central as tokenization strategies expand among banks and asset managers evaluating deployment pathways. Among those assessing partners, 89% identified secure storage as a top requirement, while banks emphasized lifecycle servicing at 82% and asset managers prioritized primary distribution at 80%. Advisory support also carries weight, with 85% of banks and 76% of asset managers highlighting the importance of pre-issuance structuring, signaling demand for both technical systems and strategic guidance.
“The message is clear: infrastructure decisions made today will shape competitive positioning tomorrow.”
FAQ 🧭 Why are financial institutions accelerating digital asset adoption? Rising competitive pressure is forcing firms to integrate blockchain solutions to remain relevant. How important are stablecoins in financial operations? They are increasingly used for payments and treasury management to improve cash flow efficiency. What role does custody play in digital asset strategies? Secure storage and lifecycle servicing are now top priorities for institutions adopting tokenization. How are fintechs and corporates approaching infrastructure differently? Fintechs tend to build in-house systems while corporates prefer external providers.
