JPMorgan Chase plans to let institutional clients use Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) as collateral for loans by the end of 2025.
A new program will be rolled out globally, relying on a third-party custodian to safeguard pledged assets.
The shift could make it easier for institutions to access liquidity without selling long-term digital asset positions.
This development represents a broader acceptance of digital assets across the financial sector.
Author's summary: JPMorgan accepts Bitcoin as loan collateral.