Bitcoin News Today: Corporate crypto holdings exceed $100 billion amid ETF and institutional surge

Corporate holdings of cryptocurrencies have surpassed $100 billion, signaling a pivotal shift in institutional adoption of digital assets [1]. This milestone is largely driven by Bitcoin, with firms collectively holding over 791,662 BTC—valued at approximately $93 billion—accounting for 3.98% of the total circulating supply [3]. Ethereum has also gained ground, with corporate holdings reaching around $4 billion, or 1.09% of the total ETH supply [4]. The trend reflects growing confidence in blockchain technology as a strategic financial asset, particularly as major asset managers expand their crypto exposure [1].

The surge in institutional interest has been reinforced by the proliferation of Bitcoin spot ETFs, which have attracted significant inflows. Products such as BlackRock’s IBIT, Fidelity’s FBTC, and Ark Invest’s ARKB have played a central role in driving demand. As of early 2025, cumulative Bitcoin ETF balances exceeded $100 billion, according to the Q2 2025 “Charting Crypto” report by Glassnode [1]. Despite recent outflows of $114.83 million as of July 30, 2025, the total net assets under management for Bitcoin ETFs reached a record $152.01 billion [2]. Analysts attribute the broader upward trend to long-term investor positioning, with notable inflow activity observed in October and November 2024 [1].

The increase in institutional participation is further supported by broader developments in blockchain usage. Public blockchain transactions grew by 96% year-over-year in 2025, reflecting heightened activity and adoption across various sectors [1]. The growth is linked to regulatory clarity and renewed market optimism, particularly under recent U.S. policy developments [1]. Beyond finance, non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are gaining traction in industries such as sports and gaming, as companies leverage them to enhance user engagement and loyalty [1].

While Bitcoin has experienced a 2.97% decline in the last 24 hours, trading at $113,331.40, its long-term resilience remains evident [1]. The integration of digital assets into corporate treasuries and institutional portfolios underscores a broader shift in how financial markets are approaching blockchain technology. With 160 publicly traded companies now including Bitcoin and Ethereum in their portfolios, digital assets are increasingly viewed as core components of diversified financial strategies [5].

Standard Chartered has also noted the potential for continued growth in corporate crypto holdings. The bank forecasts that up to 10% of all ETH could be held by institutional treasuries by year-end and anticipates a price target of $4,000 for Ether, citing advantages in staking and regulatory frameworks [7]. The bank has recently launched a digital asset trading service for institutional clients, offering spot trading of Bitcoin and Ethereum within a regulated environment [6].

This evolving landscape highlights the growing legitimacy of digital assets within traditional finance. As regulatory clarity and institutional confidence continue to expand, the long-term integration of cryptocurrencies into corporate balance sheets appears to be gaining momentum [8].

Sources:

[1] (https://coinmarketcap.com/community/articles/688d2291654a3d439f5b670e/)

[2] (https://defi-planet.com/2025/07/corporate-crypto-treasuries-grow-as-firms-amass-100b-in-digital-assets/)

[3] (https://www.tradingview.com/news/cointelegraph:e0af95ee1094b:0-crypto-treasuries-top-100b-for-ethereum-s-10th-anniversary-finance-redefined/)

[5] (https://coinpedia.org/news/100b-in-bitcoin-and-ethereum-locked-by-160-public-companies/)

[8] (https://www.tipranks.com/news/the-fly/crypto-currents-corporate-digital-asset-treasuries-top-100b-thefly)