PANews December 14 news, according to Asset Servicing Times, Emirates NBD has invested in Zodia Custody, a cryptocurrency custody company under Standard Chartered Bank, through its innovation fund (the bank's corporate venture fund). This investment marks the company's ambition to expand its cryptocurrency and digital asset products in the region. By investing in Zodia Custody, the bank aims to bridge the gap between traditional financial services in the UAE and institutional digital assets. Marwan Hadi, head of retail banking and wealth management group at Emirates NBD, commented: "Given the UAE's progressive attitude towards digital asset regulation and its ambition to become a global hub for innovation and technology, our investment is significant."