Germany's largest banking group, Sparkassen, will introduce crypto trading for retail accounts in mid-2026, Bloomberg reported on June 30.
The decision marks a shift from its previous stance, when executives avoided cryptocurrencies due to concerns about their volatility.
Clients will reportedly have access to Bitcoin, Ether, and other digital assets, with Dekabank, a Sparkassen subsidiary already operating in the cryptocurrency sector, managing the services.
The change comes after the EU adopted MiCA, a regulatory framework for cryptocurrency companies.