According to a PYMNTS article, a report jointly compiled with FIS highlights that 42% of surveyed financial institutions believe a shortage of skilled professionals is hindering digital asset adoption, while 55% of banks see institutional-grade infrastructure and operational support as key drivers for adoption. The report cites industry surveys showing that 88% of banks have allocated or plan to allocate budgets for digital asset infrastructure by 2026, and 68% of financial institutions plan to collaborate with crypto-native firms to expand trading, custody, and tokenization services. Additionally, industry experts estimate that around 80%–85% of the work involved in integrating digital asset services into banks revolves around internal system integration and regulatory compliance. The report suggests that for banks to advance in areas like stablecoins and tokenized deposits, they not only need the relevant technology but also skilled professionals with expertise in banking system integration, compliance management, and operations. https://www.(wublock123.com)/news/research-42-percent-banks-skill-gap-blockchain-adoption-68-partnerships-69983