Bitcoin News Today: A Robinhood Rise, a Saylor Snub: Who Shapes the S&P’s Crypto Future?

Robinhood (HOOD) was unexpectedly added to the S&P 500 index in a move that sent its stock soaring 7% after the market closed on Friday, September 5, 2025. The inclusion, which will take effect on September 22, marks a significant development for the digital trading platform as it expands its presence in the broader financial market. Robinhood’s addition brings the total number of crypto-linked stocks in the index to three, joining Coinbase (COIN) and Block (XYZ) in the S&P 500 lineup [1].

Conversely, Michael Saylor’s company, Strategy (MSTR), was excluded from the index despite meeting all the inclusion criteria and posting a strong quarterly performance. MSTR’s stock fell nearly 3% after hours, wiping out all of Friday’s gains. The omission comes despite the company being a major corporate holder of Bitcoin (BTC), with its inclusion potentially serving as a major catalyst for increased exposure to crypto assets among institutional and retail investors [1].

The S&P 500 addition of Robinhood highlights the increasing recognition of digital trading platforms within the mainstream financial ecosystem. As Robinhood continues to expand its crypto services and user base, the index inclusion is expected to further enhance its visibility and credibility in the eyes of institutional investors. The move also reflects broader market trends favoring platforms that democratize access to financial markets and offer integrated digital asset services [1].

Meanwhile, Strategy’s exclusion underscores the highly competitive and sometimes opaque nature of S&P 500 inclusion decisions. Despite MSTR’s strong financial performance and strategic position in the crypto industry, the decision suggests that factors beyond financial metrics may play a role in the selection process. Analysts noted that while MSTR’s omission is a setback, the company remains in a strong position to pursue other growth opportunities and continue its aggressive Bitcoin accumulation strategy [1].

The recent developments also highlight the growing importance of index inclusion as a strategic milestone for high-growth companies. For Robinhood, inclusion in the S&P 500 could result in increased demand for its shares from index-tracking funds, potentially boosting liquidity and market capitalization. For Strategy, the focus will now shift to how the company leverages its existing momentum and Bitcoin holdings to generate further value for investors. The broader implications for the crypto industry include continued scrutiny of the role of crypto-linked equities in traditional investment portfolios [1].

Source: [1] MSTR News: Strategy Stock Falls as Robinhood Beats It to ... (https://www.coindesk.com/business/2025/09/05/michael-saylor-s-strategy-snubbed-by-s-and-p-500-amid-robinhood-s-surprise-inclusion)