Past week bitcoin prices. Source: CoinDesk BPIFor example, companies such as itBit, Vaurum and most recently CoinMKT have intentions of reaching the financial world with bitcoin investment platforms.SecondMarket made an announcement that it would get into the bitcoin exchange business earlier this year, but are now publicizing the fact to accredited investors through its website.According to information posted on the SecondMarket site, aspiring exchange customers must first complete a compliance application and speak with one of the exchange’s representatives before trading.Bitcoin Investment TrustSecondMarket also offers a product called the Bitcoin Investment Trust, which founder Barry Silbert says already holds 100,000 bitcoins. Silbert has long been bullish on the long-term prospects of bitcoin, and his connections to the financial world give SecondMarket a degree of credibility in the digital currency industry.Big milestone today for Bitcoin Investment Trust — now holds over 100,000 bitcoin http://t.co/nBzlaGupy4 cc @BitcoinTrust— Barry Silbert (@barrysilbert) April 10, 2014Silbert recently told CoinDesk that 15% of institutional investors were already bitcoin believers.Adam Draper, founder of Boost VC, which invests in bitcoin companies, shared his thoughts on the launch with CoinDesk:“I think that Barry Silbert is one of the lead pioneers and innovators in the Bitcoin space. He is really sticking his neck out for mass adoption of bitcoin and I love it.”With hedge funds such as Pantera Capital going all-bitcoin, and the support of Fortress Investments and others, interest from Wall Street seems to be on the rise.Bankers and investment professionals are also expected to mingle with bitcoin professionals at Money 2020 later on this year, an annual event expected to attract thousands in the finance industry.Image via SecondMarketBarry SilbertBitcoin Investment TrustSecondMarketOriginal author: Daniel Cawrey