JPMorgan’s head of markets digital assets confirmed that the bank plans to engage in crypto trading but has no immediate plans to launch a custody service, saying the firm is instead exploring third-party custodians to support its growing digital asset business.

Major banks are increasingly removing restrictions on Bitcoin ownership to enable broader client access. Payment giants are acknowledging that Bitcoin and related cryptocurrencies will significantly expand their market reach through new integrations.

Crypto exchanges are collaborating with countries to facilitate Bitcoin acquisitions for national reserves, highlighting growing sovereign interest in the asset alongside institutional adoption from traditional financial firms.