Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon confirmed he personally owns Bitcoin, albeit a small amount. Speaking at the World Liberty Forum, Solomon described himself as an "observer of Bitcoin," closely watching its market evolution.
Solomon views cryptocurrency as integral to a long-term shift in financial markets. He dismissed notions of rivalry between banks and crypto firms, framing them as part of a single, albeit sometimes contentious, system.
While Solomon's personal holdings are modest, Goldman Sachs has established significant institutional exposure to crypto. The firm held over $1 billion in BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust and substantial amounts in Solana and XRP ETFs by the close of 2025.
Previously, Solomon characterized Bitcoin as an "interesting" speculative instrument. He indicated that Goldman Sachs might consider market-making for Bitcoin and Ethereum should regulatory landscapes permit.