COINOTAG News, citing Bitcoin Magazine, reports that Nomura Securities, part of Japan’s leading asset management group, plans to launch Bitcoin and other cryptocurrency investment products. With an estimated AUM approaching $670 billion, this institutional entry could reshape the competitive landscape for digital assets and spur broader adoption by long-horizon investors.
Industry observers expect the move to improve liquidity, catalyze a wider suite of crypto offerings—ranging from ETPs and mutual funds to bespoke mandates—and raise standards for custody and risk controls. As regulatory frameworks evolve, wholesale access for institutions may become more credible, potentially affecting price discovery and volatility. Market participants should track Japan‘s policy signals and global developments to gauge the durability and real capital flows from this initiative.