Peter Lane is a financial professional and the co-founder of Jacobi Asset Management, where he serves as Chief Executive Officer. His work includes launching Europe's first spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF). ^[6]

Education

Lane graduated from the University of Hertfordshire with a BA/BSc in Marketing and Management Science in 2008. ^[7]

Career

Lane began his career in the financial sector in 2008, the same year as the collapse of Lehman Brothers, an event that shaped his perspective on the industry. He worked for a decade as a self-employed financial advisor in London. In 2018, he joined Fortis Financial Ltd, first as a financial advisor and later as a relationship manager. In 2021, Lane co-founded Jacobi Asset Management, initially serving as the Chief Commercial Officer. He transitioned to the role of Chief Executive Officer in late 2024. His work at Jacobi has focused on bridging traditional finance with digital assets, culminating in the launch of a regulated Bitcoin ETF to provide investors with secure and straightforward access to the cryptocurrency. ^[8]

Interviews

UK, Europe, & Bitcoin

In a June 2025 appearance on the Bitcoin Collective podcast, Lane discussed the growing need for Bitcoin in the UK and European markets. He announced that Jacobi Asset Management had received approval to offer its Bitcoin ETF to retail investors in Europe, expanding access beyond the previously limited institutional market. The conversation highlighted the evolving regulatory environment, with particular focus on Guernsey. Lane noted that the jurisdiction, despite a historically conservative approach to crypto, had shown adaptability in approving the ETF. He recounted the significant challenges encountered during the extended regulatory approval process, stressing the importance of creating secure and transparent investment vehicles for Bitcoin. Lane also commented on the increasing market demand from both institutional and governmental entities, suggesting this trend could lead to a fundamental shift in Bitcoin's future price volatility. He concluded with optimism regarding the new voices advocating for Bitcoin in the UK, viewing it as a sign of broader acceptance within traditional financial circles. ^[4]

Europe’s First Bitcoin ETF

During a May 2025 interview on The Bitcoin IFA podcast, Lane discussed the rationale and process behind establishing Europe's first spot Bitcoin ETF. He emphasized the need to provide the public with safe and regulated access to Bitcoin, especially in the UK, where he noted the regulatory framework was lagging. Lane shared that his perspective on Bitcoin evolved from initial ambivalence to recognizing its potential as a tool for wealth preservation. He detailed the obstacles his team faced in launching the ETF, which included navigating complex regulatory requirements and educating legal teams who were largely unfamiliar with cryptocurrency. Their efforts resulted in the successful listing of the Jacobi Bitcoin ETF on the Euronext Amsterdam exchange in August 2023. A key objective was to make the ETF accessible through tax-advantaged accounts, such as Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs) and Self-Invested Personal Pensions (SIPPs). Lane explained that the ETF structure enables individuals to own shares directly backed by Bitcoin, thereby mitigating the risks associated with more complex derivative products. ^[1]

Regulatory Landscape

On an April 2025 episode of Roxom TV, Lane provided insights into the differing regulatory environments for Bitcoin ETFs in Europe and the United States. He recounted his entry into finance during the 2008 crisis and the subsequent founding of Jacobi Asset Management to create Europe's first regulated spot Bitcoin ETF. Lane distinguished between the two primary structures for such products: note-based structures (ETNs) and fund structures (ETFs). He explained that Jacobi’s fund structure provides investors with direct ownership of the underlying Bitcoin, which reduces counterparty risk compared to ETNs, which are debt instruments. He described the European market as fragmented due to the presence of multiple regulatory bodies, which creates unique challenges, alongside specific restrictions on retail investors in the UK. Despite these hurdles, Lane expressed optimism that European regulations would adapt as global sentiment toward cryptocurrencies continues to evolve, thereby facilitating wider adoption. He also discussed the potential for future hybrid products that combine traditional equities with crypto and analyzed how macroeconomic factors, particularly supply and demand dynamics, could impact Bitcoin's price as it becomes more integrated into institutional and sovereign portfolios. ^[3]

Bitcoin Arms Race

In a January 2025 interview on Harrington Starr TV, Lane discussed his career path and the rise of Bitcoin as a major asset class. He described the primary motivation for creating a Bitcoin ETF as the need for a secure, simple, and regulated vehicle for non-technical investors to gain exposure to the asset, thereby facilitating mass adoption. Lane reflected on starting his career during the Lehman Brothers collapse in 2008 and admitted to initially being skeptical about cryptocurrency. However, he later came to see its transformative potential as it gained traction. He framed the increasing adoption of Bitcoin by companies and countries as a "Bitcoin arms race," suggesting that the asset's inherent scarcity would drive its long-term value. Lane projected continued growth for Bitcoin, supported by growing regulatory acceptance and institutional interest, while underscoring that accessibility and trust are critical for driving its widespread adoption. ^[2]

Panels

AI in Traditional Finance

At AI Rush 2025 in May, a panel discussion on the challenges and opportunities of integrating AI into large financial institutions featured various leaders sharing insights about their respective organizations' journeys with AI implementation. Panelists included Lane, Astitva Karunesh (Lloyds Banking Group), Romain Braud (Arab Bank Switzerland), Nadia Filali (Caisse des Depots), and Enrica Laprocina (AIB). Braud discussed their two-year initiative focused on automating processes and enhancing efficiency through the use of AI. Karunesh highlighted their approach to reinventing banking processes at scale through the use of AI, focusing on revenue generation, operational efficiency, and risk management.

Filali defined their strategic plan for responsible AI adoption at Caisse, emphasizing ethical considerations and fostering a sustainable ecosystem within France and Europe. Laprocina mentioned his early-stage strategy, which prioritizes data transformation and organizational culture to integrate AI seamlessly into their operations. Throughout the discussion, panelists emphasized the need for education about AI's capabilities and limitations, as well as the necessity of cultural shifts within organizations to embrace AI as a strategic tool rather than a mere technological addition. ^[5]