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Crypto Insight
4 days ago
- Business
- Crypto Insight
35 companies now hold at least 1,000 Bitcoin as corporate adoption booms
Corporate adoption of Bitcoin is accelerating, with 35 publicly traded companies now holding at least 1,000 BTC each, signaling growing institutional interest in the world's largest cryptocurrency. Demand for Bitcoin is soaring among public companies four months after US President Donald Trump's executive order outlined the creation of a federal Bitcoin reserve for the world's largest economy. According to Chris Kuiper, vice president of research at Fidelity Digital Assets, at least 35 public companies have now surpassed 1,000 BTC in holdings on their balance sheets, worth more than $116 billion at the time of writing, up from 24 companies at the end of Q1. The growing Bitcoin-holding companies signal a 'notable increase in Bitcoin exposure,' said Kuiper in a Thursday X post. 'Bitcoin purchases became more widely distributed across public companies rather than concentrated among a few large buyers,' he added. Fidelity's data was published shortly after Bitcoin flipped Amazon's $2.3 trillion market capitalization to become the world's fifth-largest asset by total valuation, Cointelegraph reported on July 14. Following the new wave of institutional buying, over 278 public entities are now holding Bitcoin, up from 124 just weeks ago, according to The US leads all countries with 94 public entities holding Bitcoin, followed by Canada with 40 and the UK with 19 public BTC holding entities. Corporate Bitcoin investments rise 35% in Q3 2025 The growing institutional accumulation saw total Bitcoin purchases increase 35% quarter-on-quarter, from 99,857 BTC in the first quarter of 2025 to 134,456 BTC in the second quarter. 'Not only did the total purchases increase from Q1 to Q2 of 2025 […], but there are a lot more companies doing the buying,' said Fidelity's Kuiper. Bitcoin's open interest, which is near record levels, also points to growing institutional engagement, according to Iliya Kalchev, dispatch analyst at digital asset platform Nexo. 'Open interest in Bitcoin futures remains elevated above $45 billion, just shy of its historical peak, pointing to continued institutional engagement and speculative leverage,' the analyst told Cointelegraph, adding that the 'short-term trend remains sideways, but positioning suggests markets are bracing for a pivotal stretch.' Source:
Arabian Business
7 days ago
- Business
- Arabian Business
Asia's largest institutional fund platform Gordian Capital plans move to Dubai
Gordian Capital, Asia's first and largest institutional cross-border fund platform and fund solutions provider, which was acquired by the Luxembourg-based IQ-EQ on Wednesday, plans to expand and set up operations in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). The move, which is expected to significantly enhance its Middle East operations, is subject to approval from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA). Gordian Capital is Asia's only fully-licensed institutional fund platform operating in Singapore, Hong Kong, and Tokyo, the continent's three key financial centres. It is fully licensed and regulated with MAS in Singapore, SEC in the USA, SFC in Hong Kong, FSA in Japan, and ASIC in Australia. The group is also required to meet guidelines and registration requirements with SEBI (Securities and Exchange Board of India), CSRC (China Securities Regulatory Commission) and CBI (Central Bank of Ireland) as both an investor and investment manager. As a key regulated infrastructure provider, the company is already part of the ecosystem of prime brokers, executing brokers, fund administrators, legal, tax and audit firms with operations in Asia and, subject to regulatory approval, expects to also become a key market provider in, and help expand the DIFC ecosystem. The firm has launched over 115 funds across both private and public strategies, including private equity, real estate, venture capital, private credit, infrastructure, trade finance, and multiple hedge fund strategies, as well as long-only and absolute return strategies. It works with some of the world's largest general partners and asset managers, supporting them as they both invest and expand into Asia. Almost 96 per cent of its US$17 billion assets under management are from institutional investors. Mark Voumard, Founder of the group and CEO of Gordian Capital Singapore, commented: 'The DIFC has seen and continues to experience strong growth in the number of managers across alternatives and traditional strategies, who have established an operation. 'Going cross-border can have its challenges, primarily in terms of speed to market, as well as meeting rigorous initial and ongoing operational and regulatory standards. This is where, provided we obtain regulatory approval, with the group's history of success and growth in Asia over the last 20 years, we plan to provide a highly regulated market entry pathway and infrastructure for institutional quality GPs and managers seeking to establish a regulated presence in DIFC. 'We have been given a warm welcome by the pro-business, market-friendly, and highly professional team at DIFC and, subject to receiving regulatory approval, expect to work closely with them to help develop DIFC even further as an asset management centre.' Gordian's planned Fund Platform offering in DIFC, subject to approval by the DFSA, would leverage the company's expertise as the manager for experienced investment professionals, who require an institutional level regulated, physical and operational fund infrastructure. Salmaan Jaffery, Chief Business Development Officer at DIFC Authority, added: 'We are pleased that Gordian Capital has announced its intention to establish a presence in Dubai International Financial Centre. Their decision reflects the strength of DIFC as the region's leading financial hub with unparalleled depth in asset management, attracting new firms and business models that access the fast-growing markets of the Middle East, Africa and South Asia.' Gordian Capital joins IQ-EQ, rebrands by 2026 Meanwhile, IQ-EQ has received regulatory approval from the Monetary Authority of Singapore and the Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong (SFC) and is expected to close its acquisition of Gordion shortly, subject to customary closing conditions. CEO and co-founder Voumard will continue to lead the business and will join IQ-EQ's Asia senior leadership team, ensuring continuity of the day-to-day delivery of services. The business will go to market as Gordian Capital, part of IQ-EQ, until the second quarter of 2026, after which the business will rebrand as IQ-EQ. Mark Pesco, Group Chief Executive Officer at IQ-EQ, commented: 'This acquisition represents a significant milestone in IQ-EQ's growth strategy, further solidifying our strong market position in the Asia Pacific region. 'Asia has long been a key region for IQ-EQ, and the addition of Gordian Capital, alongside our recent acquisition of AMAL Group, underscores our commitment to expanding our presence and capabilities in this dynamic market. The combined expertise and reach of our expert teams will enable us to offer unparalleled services and support, fostering growth and innovation across the region.' Established in 2004 by capital markets professionals and alternatives industry veterans in Asia, Gordian Capital initially launched its first operating subsidiary in Singapore in 2005.
Yahoo
05-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
The Bitcoin Power Shift No One's Talking About
Bitcoin (BTC-USD) could be entering a new chapterone that looks a lot less like a high-octane trade and more like a steady institutional asset. Over the past year, longtime holdersminers, offshore funds, and early anonymous whaleshave quietly sold over 500,000 coins, according to 10x Research. Meanwhile, institutions like ETFs, corporates, and asset managers have absorbed nearly 900,000 coins. This silent handover is reshaping the $2.1 trillion market's ownership base, with Bitcoin stuck near $110,000 as volatility fades and institutional allocation grows. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 4 Warning Signs with NVDA. Today, ETFs and treasury allocators now control about 25% of all circulating Bitcoin. Back in 2020, just 2% of wallets held 95% of the supply. That concentration is breaking down fast. Some of the older whales aren't just sellingthey're converting BTC into equity through private transactions tied to the public markets. The result? A less explosive asset, but potentially more resilient. Metrics like Deribit's volatility index have dropped to multi-year lows, and analysts are tempering expectations to 10%20% annual returnsdown sharply from the parabolic runs of past cycles. Bitcoin is probably more like boring dividend stock over time, said Arca CIO Jeff Dorman, suggesting it could become a staple for longer-term portfolios. Still, this transformation comes with risks. Hilary Allen, a long-time crypto critic, notes this institutional rush may be providing the exit liquidity whales have waited years forleaving retail and retirement investors more exposed if inflows slow. Past outflows of just 2% and 9% in 2018 and 2022 triggered 74% and 64% drawdowns, respectively. That said, not everyone sees a repeat. MARA Holdings (NASDAQ:MARA) CEO Fred Thiel believes we're in a very different market environment nowone where this slow grind toward institutional maturity could play out over years, not months. Markus Thielen at 10x agrees: The nature of Bitcoin really changes. This article first appeared on GuruFocus.
Yahoo
04-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
The Bitcoin Power Shift No One's Talking About
Bitcoin (BTC-USD) could be entering a new chapterone that looks a lot less like a high-octane trade and more like a steady institutional asset. Over the past year, longtime holdersminers, offshore funds, and early anonymous whaleshave quietly sold over 500,000 coins, according to 10x Research. Meanwhile, institutions like ETFs, corporates, and asset managers have absorbed nearly 900,000 coins. This silent handover is reshaping the $2.1 trillion market's ownership base, with Bitcoin stuck near $110,000 as volatility fades and institutional allocation grows. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 4 Warning Signs with NVDA. Today, ETFs and treasury allocators now control about 25% of all circulating Bitcoin. Back in 2020, just 2% of wallets held 95% of the supply. That concentration is breaking down fast. Some of the older whales aren't just sellingthey're converting BTC into equity through private transactions tied to the public markets. The result? A less explosive asset, but potentially more resilient. Metrics like Deribit's volatility index have dropped to multi-year lows, and analysts are tempering expectations to 10%20% annual returnsdown sharply from the parabolic runs of past cycles. Bitcoin is probably more like boring dividend stock over time, said Arca CIO Jeff Dorman, suggesting it could become a staple for longer-term portfolios. Still, this transformation comes with risks. Hilary Allen, a long-time crypto critic, notes this institutional rush may be providing the exit liquidity whales have waited years forleaving retail and retirement investors more exposed if inflows slow. Past outflows of just 2% and 9% in 2018 and 2022 triggered 74% and 64% drawdowns, respectively. That said, not everyone sees a repeat. MARA Holdings (NASDAQ:MARA) CEO Fred Thiel believes we're in a very different market environment nowone where this slow grind toward institutional maturity could play out over years, not months. Markus Thielen at 10x agrees: The nature of Bitcoin really changes. This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
19-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
SOL Slips Below $144 Even as Sol Strategies Eyes Nasdaq to Deepen Its Bet
Solana's native token, SOL SOL, dropped to $143.38 Tuesday, down 1.21%, closing near the day's low after failing to hold above $147, according to CoinDesk Research's technical analysis model. The weakness came even as the ecosystem drew fresh institutional backing: Canadian blockchain investor Sol Strategies filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on June 18 to pursue a Nasdaq listing under the ticker STKE. While the filing itself is not an immediate market mover, it highlights a growing institutional commitment to Solana's long-term outlook. Sol Strategies disclosed earlier this month that it holds more than 420,000 SOL, worth over $61 million, and has made SOL the centerpiece of its treasury strategy. The firm is also seeking regulatory approval in Canada to raise up to $1 billion, in addition to an earlier $500 million convertible note issuance in April used to acquire and stake SOL. Despite these bullish signals, SOL continues to trade defensively. Price action has been confined to a horizontal band for much of the past week, with the most recent breakout attempt above $147.80 failing to generate follow-through. Bears regained control during the final hours of trading, pushing SOL below the $144 psychological support. With price trending below major moving averages and volume tapering off mid-session, sentiment remains fragile even as long-term backing intensifies. Technical Analysis Highlights SOL traded in a 24-hour range from $143.23 to $147.80, a 2.83% swing. Resistance held at $147.80 after a failed breakout during the 22:00 UTC candle on June 18. Price declined steadily to $143.38, closing near the low after weak recovery attempts. Sellers were active between 13:46–14:00 UTC, with a drop from $144.62 to $143.38 on strong downside momentum. The $144–$145 zone remains critical; failure to reclaim it may open a path toward deeper support near $140. Parts of this article were generated with the assistance from AI tools and reviewed by our editorial team to ensure accuracy and adherence to our standards. For more information, see CoinDesk's full AI Policy. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
