Revolution at Bank Leumi — New Service to Appear in Israel for the First Time
Bank Leumi announced the launch of a new service that will for the first time allow customers of an Israeli bank to trade cryptocurrencies directly through banking infrastructure. The bank has signed a cooperation agreement…
Assessment
Bank Leumi is moving beyond cautious crypto experiments by partnering with Galaxy Digital to let retail clients trade Bitcoin, Ether, and Solana directly inside its app. This shifts crypto in Israel from fringe fintech toward mainstream banking infrastructure. The 2027 launch date and pending Bank of Israel approval mean regulatory signal is the key variable. If the permit comes through, other major banks will face pressure to follow.