Bitcoin Holdings Surge 16% in 2025: Institutional Interest Soars Amid Market Volatility
April 15, 2025
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This growth reflects a broader trend, with 79 companies now holding Bitcoin, indicating a significant rise in institutional interest that bolsters confidence in the cryptocurrency market.
The surge in Bitcoin holdings was propelled by 12 new companies entering the market, including notable acquisitions by Metaplanet and Strategy, formerly known as MicroStrategy.
In the first quarter of 2025, Bitcoin holdings among publicly traded companies surged by 16.1%, totaling approximately 688,000 BTC valued at around $57 billion, according to Bitwise.
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Among these newcomers, Hong Kong construction firm Ming Shing emerged as the largest first-time buyer, acquiring 833 BTC through its subsidiary Lead Benefit in early 2025.
Rumble, a competitor to YouTube, also made headlines by purchasing 188 BTC in mid-March, marking its entry into the Bitcoin market as the second-largest first-time buyer in the quarter.
In a notable shift towards cryptocurrency, GameStop raised over $1.6 billion to enter Bitcoin trading, highlighting the trend of traditional companies adapting to changing economic conditions.
As of mid-April 2025, Bitcoin was trading around $84,440, reflecting a recovery of about 2.3% since the end of the first quarter after a dip caused by new US tariffs.
Currently, Bitcoin's support level stands at approximately $84,000, with immediate resistance at $88,000; a breakout could potentially lead to new all-time highs despite ongoing market volatility.
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Yahoo Finance • Apr 15, 2025
Bitcoin Holdings Among Public Firms Rise 16% in First Quarter, Reports Bitwise
Cointelegraph • Apr 15, 2025
Bitcoin held by publicly listed firms climbs 16% in Q1: Bitwise
Cointelegraph • Apr 15, 2025
Bitcoin held by publicly listed firms climbs 16% in Q1: Bitwise
InsideBitcoins.com • Apr 15, 2025
Bitcoin Held By Listed Companies Surges 16% In Q1 As Metaplanet And Strategy Buy More BTC