Morgan Stanley Expands Crypto Offerings through Spot Trading

Morgan Stanley's foray into the world of cryptocurrencies continues with plans to launch spot trading services for its wealth management clients in 2026.

The banking giant has been gradually increasing its presence in the crypto market, starting with exchange-traded funds and advisor-managed exposure. The latest move will allow clients to directly buy and sell cryptocurrencies through the E*Trade platform.

Initially, the service will support Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana, three of the most widely traded digital assets. Morgan Stanley's partnership with Zero Hash will provide infrastructure for trading, custody, liquidity, and settlement functions.