Stijn Vander Straeten, CEO of Crypto Finance AG, emphasized that traditional financial systems and blockchain platforms must operate as a single, integrated infrastructure, with Chainlink verifying custodied assets across both environments.
The banking sector’s perspective on blockchain has evolved dramatically. Where once it was treated as a peripheral curiosity at industry gatherings, at Sibos 2026 the technology claimed a seat at the main table.
Speaking from the Miami stage, Vander Straeten argued that market infrastructure is moving toward a hybrid model in which legacy systems and on‑chain rails function as one connected ecosystem rather than competing silos.
His firm exemplifies this vision. Crypto Finance employs Chainlink’s oracle network to validate custodied digital assets on‑chain, providing financial institutions with a seamless view that bridges traditional and crypto markets.
What Happened in Miami
Sibos 2026, held from September 28 to October 1, focused on “Digital finance for AI‑driven economies.” The event featured more than 500 speakers and over 250 sessions, with digital assets occupying a prominent portion of the agenda despite the AI framing.
Tokenization and the convergence of traditional and digital asset markets were recurring themes. Vander Straeten’s remarks aligned closely with this narrative, underscoring the necessity of integration.
He stressed that traditional finance infrastructure and on‑chain systems must be linked to enable institutions to adopt digital assets at scale.
Several major players explored similar pathways at the conference. BNP Paribas, Deutsche Bank and Chainlink all examined how tokenized workflows and cross‑system connectivity can be implemented in practice.
Vander Straeten’s presentation was not tied to a new product launch or specific financial metrics; it served as a strategic outline for the direction of the industry.
About Crypto Finance AG
Founded in 2017, Crypto Finance AG is a FINMA‑regulated securities firm headquartered in Switzerland. The company provides institutional clients with digital asset trading, custody and staking services.
Ownership is dominated by Deutsche Börse Group, which became the majority shareholder in 2021, situating Crypto Finance within Europe’s largest exchange operator.
Stijn Vander Straeten assumed the CEO role in November 2023, transitioning from his prior position as Chief Financial Officer.
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