According to Bitwise data, from 2025 to now, institutional buyers have dominated Bitcoin demand, increasing their holdings by 417,000 BTC, while retail investors have sold 158,000 BTC.
From specific institutions, BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF has been very active in the cryptocurrency market, increasing its holdings by 41,452 Bitcoins worth approximately $3.92 billion in just the past two weeks, with a total holding of 614,639 Bitcoins, totaling nearly $58.07 billion. Additionally, from January 13 to 20, 2025, MicroStrategy added 11,000 Bitcoins for $1.1 billion at an average price of $101,191, bringing its total holdings to 461,000 Bitcoins, valued at $48.57 billion. The listed company Twenty One purchased 4,812 BTC through TETHER on May 14, worth approximately $458.7 million. Furthermore, MetaPlanet increased its holdings by 555, 1,241, and 1,004 Bitcoins on May 7, 12, and 19, respectively.
The actions of institutional buyers increasing their Bitcoin holdings reflect their recognition and optimism about Bitcoin, which may be related to factors such as the stable rebound in Bitcoin prices, increased market demand for crypto assets, and global economic uncertainty. As more traditional financial institutions enter this field, market liquidity and investment confidence are also expected to further enhance.
