Standard Chartered has appointed Karby Leggett Head of Digital Assets covering Greater China North Asia, South Asia and ASEAN.

The role forms part of the bank’s Digital Assets Centre of Excellence.

It expands Leggett’s current responsibilities as Global Head of the Official Institutions Group within the Global Research team.

The appointment comes as interest in digital assets continues to grow across Asia.

Governments, central banks and financial institutions are exploring the potential of technologies such as cryptocurrencies, tokenised assets, tokenised deposits, stablecoins and central bank digital currencies.

As adoption increases, engagement between the official sector and the digital assets ecosystem is also expanding, with institutions examining how these technologies could reshape financial infrastructure and business models.

In a joint statement, Global Head of Research and Chief Strategist Eric Robertsen and Global Head of Digital Assets Rene Michau said,

“Karby’s extensive experience working with governments, multilaterals and other official sector stakeholders position him to accelerate our Digital Assets strategy, deepen our leadership, and support delivery of innovative solutions for our clients across Asia.”

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