Starknet launches strkBTC for shielded Bitcoin balances

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Starknet introduced strkBTC on May 12, enabling Bitcoin holders to lock BTC and access shielded balances via an ERC-20 token. The token supports both public and private modes on the Starknet network. Users gain privacy tools but must rely on new intermediaries for the service.

Starknet launched strkBTC on May 12 after a series of updates. The token locks BTC on Bitcoin's base layer to support an ERC-20 asset that can operate in public or shielded mode. In shielded mode, users hide selected balances and transfers while routing viewing keys to an independent auditor for selective disclosure to regulators or counterparties.

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Morgan Stanley has filed for a national trust bank charter with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency to provide cryptocurrency custody services to institutional clients. The application, submitted on February 18, aims to position the Wall Street giant as a direct competitor to crypto-native custodians. This move reflects a broader trend of traditional banks expanding into digital assets amid a more favorable regulatory environment.

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In January 2026, the New York Stock Exchange and its parent company Intercontinental Exchange announced plans to develop a tokenized securities platform, marking a shift in traditional finance. This move highlights tokenization's transition from experimental crypto applications to core Wall Street operations. However, experts emphasize that building compliant and liquid on-chain markets remains the key challenge.

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