Goldman Sachs Eyes Bitcoin and Ethereum Spot Market Amid Regulatory Shifts
Goldman Sachs is exploring the possibility of entering the Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) spot market, contingent on changes to the regulatory environment in the U.S.
CEO David Solomon discussed the firm’s cautious stance on cryptocurrencies, noting that current regulations prevent the company from holding digital assets. However, he acknowledged that blockchain technology is gaining momentum and that a shift in regulatory policies could encourage Goldman Sachs to engage more actively in the market.
Solomon emphasized that while the firm recognizes the potential of digital assets, it faces limitations due to existing legal frameworks. He also clarified that Goldman Sachs does not view the reputational risks associated with cryptocurrencies, such as those linked to the collapse of FTX, as indicative of a broader risk to the industry.
Instead, he pointed out that Goldman Sachs focuses its risk management on its business partners, rather than on Bitcoin itself.
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Despite not offering spot trading services for Bitcoin or Ethereum, Goldman Sachs is deepening its involvement with blockchain. The firm recently launched a blockchain-focused spin-off and is preparing to introduce three tokenization products aimed at institutional clients.
Additionally, Goldman Sachs reported holding approximately $718 million in Bitcoin through spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs), further underscoring its growing interest in the sector.
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