Bitcoin’s strong performance has spawned a slew of new cryptocurrency millionaires over the past year. The number of Bitcoin millionaires will almost double from 2023 to 2024 to 85,400, accounting for nearly half of all cryptocurrency millionaires. The trend is equally significant among the ranks of cryptocurrency billionaires. According to the 2024 Crypto Wealth Report released by Henley & Partners, five of the six new billionaires on the list this year owe their wealth to Bitcoin.

This phenomenon not only highlights Bitcoin’s dominance in the cryptocurrency market, but also reflects the key role it plays in global wealth creation. As the leader in the cryptocurrency market, every significant increase in the price of Bitcoin may bring new wealth effects, allowing early investors and long-term holders to obtain significant returns on investment. At the same time, although Bitcoin's inflation model is different from traditional currencies, its limited supply and mining difficulty adjustment mechanism also provide certain support for its value.

In addition, as Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are increasingly accepted by the mainstream market, and with the launch of related financial products and services, such as Bitcoin ETFs, more institutional and individual investors have begun to enter this market, further promoting The rise in Bitcoin prices and the growth of cryptocurrency wealth. Therefore, Bitcoin is not only a bellwether for the cryptocurrency market, but also an important engine for global wealth growth.