$BTC Bitcoin’s adoption is surging across multiple fronts. Globally, around 425–562 million people own or use crypto, with roughly 5–8% of the world population engaged—driven by institutional demand and developing economies.Over $75 billion is held in spot BTC ETFs, while public companies and mid‑sized institutions now control about 11% of total supply. Lightning Network activity and merchant acceptance continue to grow, solidifying Bitcoin’s role in both finance and everyday use.