According to SEC filings, JPMorgan, the largest bank in the U.S., holds approximately $1 million worth of shares in a Bitcoin spot ETF.
This revelation comes despite critical remarks about Bitcoin previously made by the bank’s CEO, Jamie Dimon. Dimon has expressed skepticism about Bitcoin, describing it as a “Ponzi scheme” and a “future fraud as a currency,” and has consistently advised investors to steer clear of the volatile digital asset.
However, the latest disclosure highlights a divergence between Dimon’s personal stance and the bank’s investment strategy. JPMorgan Chase is an authorized participant in BlackRock’s Bitcoin spot ETF, presenting a stark contrast to Dimon’s public criticisms of cryptocurrencies.