Bank of America has authorized its financial advisors to recommend spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to clients, marking a significant shift in institutional cryptocurrency adoption. This move allows advisors to proactively suggest allocations of 1% to 4% of a client's portfolio to approved Bitcoin ETFs, including BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust and Fidelity’s Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund. This policy change reflects a broader trend of institutional acceptance following the U.S. SEC's approval of the first spot Bitcoin ETFs in January 2024. By integrating Bitcoin ETFs into traditional financial planning, Bank of America is providing clients with regulated access to the cryptocurrency market, potentially increasing Bitcoin's market stability through long-term, strategic investments.