Goldman Sachs Discloses $418 Million Bitcoin ETF Holdings

Global investment bank Goldman Sachs has reported holdings of $418 million in spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the second quarter. Its biggest position is a $238 million stake in Blackrock’s Ishares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT). In contrast, Morgan Stanley reduced its bitcoin ETF holdings. Meanwhile, hedge funds are taking a more aggressive stance in the … Read more

Former SEC Official Urges 15,000 Morgan Stanley Advisors to ‘Say No’ to Bitcoin ETFs, Citing ‘Mammoth Risk’

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s former head of internet enforcement, John Reed Stark, has raised concerns about Morgan Stanley’s 15,000 financial advisors promoting cryptocurrency investments, citing risks to retail investors and potential career consequences for advisors. He warned that the advisors could risk their Certified Financial Planner credentials if they fail to adhere to … Read more

Morgan Stanley’s 15,000 Financial Advisors Can Start Pitching Bitcoin ETFs to Clients Next Week: Report

Morgan Stanley is set to offer spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to select clients through its 15,000 financial advisors starting next week. This marks a significant first for a major Wall Street bank. Advisors can pitch Blackrock’s Ishares Bitcoin Trust and Fidelity’s Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund to eligible clients, reflecting the growing acceptance of bitcoin … Read more

Millennium Management and Morgan Stanley Report Significant Spot Bitcoin ETF Holdings

According to 13F filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Millennium Management, a highly successful hedge fund, holds nearly $2 billion in spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) shares. This week, it was further revealed that Morgan Stanley, a giant multinational investment and financial services firm, also has exposure to spot bitcoin ETFs. Top … Read more