Equity Trust Launches Crypto IRA Lineup with Automated and Self-Trading Investing Options | The AI Journal
, /PRNewswire/ — Equity Trust Company, a leading financial services company with over 50 years of experience, today announced the expansion of itsCryptoIRA offering, giving retirement investors more ways to. . .
, /PRNewswire/ — Equity Trust Company, a leading financial services company with over 50 years of experience, today announced the expansion of itsCryptoIRA offering, giving retirement investors more ways to hold digital assets within a tax-advantaged account. The expanded lineup gives investors two dedicated ways to invest incryptocurrencythrough an IRA, with $0 fees to open either account. TheAutomatedCryptoIRAis an AI-driven, algorithmic solution powered by award-winning Animus Technologies that Equity Trust IRA customers can access with just a $25,000 minimum investment, a fraction of the $250,000 minimum required of after-tax and institutional investors. Animus uses proprietary algorithms to continuously evaluate market conditions and automatically recommend and executeBitcoinandEthereumtrades using predefined, rules-based investment models. According to Animus CEO, Maximilian Pace, “Our relationship with Equity Trust provides IRA investors access to automated, institutional-grade technology to maintain a disciplinedcryptostrategy inside their tax-advantaged account. ”TheEquityCryptoIRAis a self-traded account that gives hands-on investors the flexibility to buy, sell, and hold a broad range ofcryptocurrencies. Investors who choose the self-traded EquityCryptoIRA place their trades through Equity Trust’s proprietary Digital Trading Platform, an integrated experience within the myEQUITY online account management system that allows investors to buy, sell, and hold a broad range ofcryptocurrencieswithin their IRA. Through the Digital Trading Platform, Equity Trust provides access to a range of eligible digital assets across multiple categories, including large-capcryptocurrencies,stablecoins,decentralizedfinance (DeFi), AI & blockchain infrastructure, payments & digital commerce, and blockchain innovation to meet the broad portfolio needs ofcryptoinvestors. Security is foundational to Equity Trust. That’s why all digital assets are held using institutional-grade custody and coldwalletprotection backed by specialty insurance coverage. This best-in-class approach delivers a secure, purpose-built solution that gives investors directcryptocurrencyownership within a tax-advantaged IRA. “As investors’ interest in digital assets continues to evolve, they’re looking for solutions that offer both innovation and confidence,” said George Sullivan, Chief Executive Officer of Equity Trust Company. “Our goal is to give retirement investors greater choice in how they invest. Whether they want a fully self-traded experience with our EquityCryptoIRA or a more automated approach with our AutomatedCryptoIRA, our expanded offering meets investors where they are, backed by the security and custody solutions they expect from Equity Trust. ”For decades, Equity Trust has helped retirement investors diversify beyond traditional stocks and bonds by providing access to a broad range of alternative investments. Today, that same philosophy extends further with an expanded and enhancedcryptocurrencyexperience, giving eligible investors direct ownership of digital assets within their IRA through the EquityCryptoIRA and the AutomatedCryptoIRA — both supported by institutional-grade security. To learn more about Equity Trust’sCryptoIRA solutions, visithttps://www. trustetc. com/crypto-ira/About Equity Trust CompanyWith more than 50 years of experience, Equity Trust Company has helped retirement investors diversify beyond traditional investments through self-directed retirement accounts. Equity Trust provides custody and administration services for a broad range of alternative assets, including real estate, private equity, private lending, precious metals, digital assets, and more. Equity Trust Company is a directed custodian and does not provide tax, legal or investment advice. Any information communicated by Equity Trust is for educational purposes only, and should not be construed as tax, legal or investment advice. Whenever making an investment decision, please consult with your tax attorney or financial professional. NewsroomSharae RichmondManager, Content Strategy[email protected]View original content to download multimedia:https://www. prnewswire. com/news-releases/equity-trust-launches-crypto-ira-lineup-with-automated-and-self-trading-investing-options-302850023. htmlSOURCE Equity Trust Company