Julian Sawyer, CEO of Zodia Custody, predicts that every bank will soon be required to hold digital assets, a sentiment underscored by Standard Chartered's impending full acquisition of Zodia Custody, expected to finalize by the end of August. This acquisition is part of a larger trend where traditional banks are moving away from in-house digital asset experiments and opting to acquire established crypto platforms. Sawyer describes this shift as a 'major validation' of the need for banks to adopt trusted technology for digital asset custody, tokenization, and stablecoin payments. He highlights the maturity of the crypto industry, noting that banks must adapt to these changes to maintain trust and security in financial transactions. The acquisition will see Zodia Custody's operations merge with Standard Chartered's existing digital custody business, while a new entity, Zodia Solutions, will continue to focus on software and infrastructure. Sawyer also points out the global regulatory landscape is evolving, with significant progress in regions like Asia, indicating that banks worldwide will soon need to engage with digital assets.