Bitcoin News Today: Institutions Embrace Bitcoin as Treasury Strategy Evolves

Corporate Bitcoin Dominance Grows with 948,904 BTC Held by Public Companies

Publicly traded companies are increasingly asserting their presence in the Bitcoin market, with a total of 948,904 BTC held in corporate treasuries as of recent reports. This trend highlights a broader shift in corporate treasury management toward digital assets, as institutions recognize Bitcoin’s potential as a long-term store of value and hedge against macroeconomic uncertainties.

The largest corporate Bitcoin holder remains Michael Saylor’s MicroStrategy, which maintains a treasury of 629,376 BTC, or 2.9% of the total supply. However, other corporations are also expanding their Bitcoin holdings. Notably, investment advisors have become the largest institutional shareholders in Bitcoin ETFs, surpassing hedge funds, brokerages, and banks in exposure. Advisors now hold $17.4 billion in Bitcoin ETF positions, nearly double the $9 billion held by hedge fund managers [5]. Brevan Howard Capital Management emerged as the top new institutional investor in Bitcoin ETFs, increasing its stake in BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) by 71% to $2.3 billion [5].

The Harvard Management Company also entered the Bitcoin space, allocating $117 million to IBIT, a move that positions the university’s endowment with more Bitcoin than gold in dollar terms. Harvard’s allocation aligns with its broader portfolio strategy, which includes major investments in U.S. equities such as Microsoft and Amazon [5]. The inclusion of Bitcoin in institutional portfolios marks a growing acceptance of the asset class within traditional wealth management frameworks.

Meanwhile, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has gained attention for its Bitcoin holdings, with blockchain analytics firm Arkham reporting that the UAE government holds approximately 6,300 BTC valued at around $700 million. This Bitcoin was primarily mined through Citadel Mining, a firm majority-owned by the UAE government via the International Holding Company (IHC). The UAE’s Bitcoin holdings place it sixth in global rankings, behind Bhutan and ahead of El Salvador [4]. While these figures are significantly smaller than previously speculated $46 billion estimates, they still represent a strategic, transparent approach to digital asset accumulation, distinct from the U.S. and UK, which largely acquired Bitcoin through asset seizures.

The institutional appetite for Bitcoin is also evident in the broader ETF landscape. During the second quarter of 2025, institutional investors added 57,375 BTC across all tracked categories, bringing total Bitcoin ETF holdings to $33.6 billion [5]. Brokerage firms and banks also increased their Bitcoin exposure, with allocations reaching $4.3 billion and $655 million, respectively. These figures suggest that Bitcoin is increasingly being integrated into institutional investment strategies, reflecting its maturing role in global capital markets.

Analysts suggest that corporate and institutional Bitcoin holdings may continue to grow as digital assets become more embedded in mainstream finance. The strategic advantages of Bitcoin—its scarcity, transparency, and diversification potential—make it an attractive option for companies and investors seeking to hedge against inflation and economic volatility. As corporate treasuries continue to explore digital assets, the trend is likely to shape broader market dynamics and influence regulatory approaches globally [5].

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[1] NVIDIA (NVDA) Stock Target Raised as Earnings Loom (https://finance.yahoo.com/news/nvidia-nvda-stock-target-raised-171046468.html)

[2] NVDA 2Q26 Earnings Result : r/stocks (https://www.reddit.com/r/stocks/comments/1n1s58d/nvda_2q26_earnings_result/)

[3] UAE reportedly holds $700M in mined Bitcoin: Arkham (https://cointelegraph.com/news/uae-ranks-sixth-in-bitcoin-holdings-with-700m-stash)

[4] Institutional investors reach $33.6B in Bitcoin ETF holdings ... (https://cryptoslate.com/institutional-investors-reach-33-6b-in-bitcoin-etf-holdings-during-q2/)

[5] NVDA: Nvidia Faces Earnings Test as Government Rules Out ... (https://finance.yahoo.com/news/nvda-nvidia-faces-earnings-test-191955837.html)