Institutional Bitcoin Holdings Surge 33% Amid Strong ETF Demand

Crypto market analysts report a strong institutional demand for Bitcoin driven by large custody wallets and ETFs.

Key Highlights

CryptoQuant identified $53 billion in Bitcoin accumulated by large custody wallets over 12 months, indicating robust institutional interest.
Wallets holding between 100 and 1,000 BTC have accumulated 577,000 BTC, showing ongoing institutional engagement.
The increase in institutional demand coincides with the launch of spot Bitcoin ETFs, contributing to a 33% rise in holdings over the past year.
Bitcoin ETFs saw significant growth, with $697 million in net inflows reported, marking a strong daily intake since October 2025.
Bitcoin is currently trading at $90,921.69, down 2.26% in the last 24 hours according to CoinMarketCap.

Metaplanet added 4,279 BTC worth $451 million in Q4 2025, aiming for a total of 210,000 BTC by 2027.
Strategy Inc holds 687,410 BTC, solidifying its position as the largest corporate Bitcoin treasury globally.
These companies' aggressive accumulation strategies are influencing other institutions to start their Bitcoin investment journeys.