BitMEX has revealed that it plans to purchase one of Germany's oldest banks — a powerful illustration of how crypto is becoming increasingly influential in the world of finance.
The crypto exchange and derivatives platform has set its sights on Bankhaus von der Heydt, which was founded all the way back in 1754.
In a statement, BitMEX said its deal to snap up the Munich-based financial institution would be subject to regulatory approval, adding: