Staking ETFs Have Arrived
In October, Grayscale became the first U.S. issuer to begin staking the ETH and SOL underlying its spot crypto ETFs.
Coinbase and PNC Partner to Expand Direct Bitcoin Access for Clients
TL;DR: Coinbase’s Crypto-as-a-Service infrastructure is empowering PNC Bank to offer seamless bitcoin trading capabilities to eligible Private Bank clients, bridging traditional finance with the digital asset economy.
At Coinbase, we’re committed to building the infrastructure that enables institutions and their clients to securely access and engage with digital assets. Today we’re expanding our partnership with PNC Bank to launch direct spot bitcoin trading capabilities for eligible PNC Private Bank® clients – powered by Coinbase’s Crypto-as-a-Service (“CaaS”) platform. This milestone builds on our strategic partnership announced in July 2025.
What's New PNC Private Bank clients can now buy, sell, and hold bitcoin directly through their accounts on PNC’s digital banking platform, making them the first major US bank to support this type of offering. This integration eliminates the need for accounts on separate exchanges, offering a seamless and secure experience within a trusted banking environment.
Why It Matters This collaboration combines PNC’s expertise as a top-10 U.S. financial institution with Coinbase’s secure and scalable infrastructure to deliver seamless bitcoin access. By embedding bitcoin trading into PNC’s platform, we’re enabling clients to explore the digital economy in a way that integrates seamlessly with their existing financial lives, offering simplicity without compromising security.
As interest in digital assets continues to grow, this partnership reflects a shared commitment to empowering clients with innovative solutions that align with their evolving financial goals. Together, we’re paving the way for broader adoption of digital assets within traditional financial systems, creating new opportunities for institutions and their clients alike.
