Goldman Sachs(US:GS) New York Post·2026-02-18 21:27Group 1 - Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon, previously a cryptocurrency skeptic, disclosed owning a small amount of Bitcoin, describing it as "very little, but some" [1] - Solomon emphasized that traditional finance and cryptocurrency should not be viewed as rivals, stating that tokens will be "super important" in the future [2][4] - Under Solomon's leadership, Goldman Sachs has increased its involvement in cryptocurrency by launching trading desks and custody services for institutional clients [2][4] Group 2 - The attitude of Wall Street towards digital currencies has shifted, particularly under the second Trump administration, which has adopted a light-touch approach to crypto regulation [6] - Bitcoin operates without the involvement of banks or governments, allowing for anonymous transactions, which has contributed to its popularity among users seeking privacy [7] - Bitcoin is generated by "miners" who verify transactions through complex mathematical puzzles, receiving Bitcoin as a reward for their efforts [8]