Morgan Stanley expects to plan digital asset wallets, crypto ETFs, and crypto trading in sync by 2026.

Recently, major financial institutions on Wall Street continue to deepen their involvement in digital assets and blockchain technology, with even Morgan Stanley (Morgan Stanley) planning to launch its own digital asset wallet by 2026, supporting cryptocurrencies and RWA. At the same time, it is also advancing various services and products such as ETFs and crypto trading.

Launch of Digital Asset Wallet in 2026 to Support Cryptocurrencies and RWA

According to reports, Morgan Stanley plans to introduce its own digital asset wallet in 2026 as a key part of its expansion into crypto investment products. The wallet will support cryptocurrencies and RWA, covering asset types such as stocks, bonds, and real estate, with plans to continuously expand the range of supported assets over time.

E*Trade Platform Introduces Crypto Assets, Starting with Trading Services

Before the wallet is officially launched, Morgan Stanley has already taken the lead from the trading side. In September 2025, the company announced that its online brokerage platform E*Trade will open cryptocurrency trading services in 2026.

According to the announcement, E*Trade users will be able to trade mainstream crypto assets such as Bitcoin, Solana, and Ethereum, indicating that Morgan Stanley is gradually integrating crypto services into its existing retail investment system.

ETF Deployment Progresses Simultaneously, Covering Spot and Staking Products

As 2026 approaches, Morgan Stanley is also accelerating its ETF application process, having submitted multiple crypto ETF applications to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). These include spot Bitcoin ETFs, spot Solana ETFs, and staked Ethereum ETFs.

The Bitcoin and Solana ETFs will track prices by holding spot assets; the staked Ethereum ETF will hold ETH while allocating part of its assets to staking mechanisms to earn staking rewards.

Image shows Morgan Stanley’s application documents to the SEC for SOL and ETH ETFs. Investment thresholds and allocation adjustments, with cryptocurrencies incorporated into mainstream investment recommendations.

Regarding client strategies, Morgan Stanley initially only offered crypto-related investment products to high-net-worth clients with investable assets exceeding $1.5 million. However, in October 2025, the company adjusted its policy to open crypto investments to all clients.

In the same month, Morgan Stanley also for the first time provided clear recommendations on crypto asset allocation. The analysis team indicated that the maximum crypto allocation for high-risk, growth-oriented portfolios is 4%, while balanced risk portfolios are recommended at around 2%, demonstrating that cryptocurrencies have been officially incorporated into its investment portfolio framework.

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