Garanti BBVA Digital Assets is a financial technology subsidiary of Garanti BBVA, Turkey’s second-largest private bank. Launched in 2023, it is the first bank-backed crypto venture in Turkey, focusing on blockchain-based digital asset services. The company aims to provide secure, institutional-grade solutions for customers seeking regulated crypto services. The offerings include a crypto custody service for secure storage and transfer of Bitcoin, Ethereum, and USD Coin through the Garanti BBVA Crypto mobile app. Additionally, it features a dedicated trading platform that supports multiple digital assets and serves a growing user base. The company collaborates with Ripple and IBM to enhance security and compliance, ensuring robust infrastructure for its services. Garanti BBVA Digital Assets targets both retail and institutional clients in Turkey, with plans to expand its asset offerings and service capabilities in response to the evolving crypto regulatory landscape.