Bitcoin ETF Holdings Surpass $70B Equating 5% of All BTC Supply

Bitcoin ETF Holdings Surpass $70B Equating 5% of All BTC Supply

PENGY June 10, 2024, 3:02 pm Facebook Twitter


In a significant milestone for the cryptocurrency industry, the total holdings of global Spot Bitcoin ETFs have surpassed $70 billion, equating to approximately 5% of the total Bitcoin (BTC) supply. This development highlights the increasing institutional interest and investment in Bitcoin as an asset class.

Rise of Spot Bitcoin ETFs

Spot Bitcoin ETFs have emerged as a dominant force in the cryptocurrency market, with holdings now exceeding $70 billion, equivalent to 5% of the total Bitcoin supply. As of March 2024, these ETFs collectively held approximately 776,464 BTC. This surge in Spot Bitcoin ETFs is largely driven by leading asset management firms like BlackRock and Grayscale, signaling growing institutional adoption and confidence in Bitcoin.

The exponential growth of Spot Bitcoin ETFs has also had a noticeable impact on Bitcoin’s price, with the cryptocurrency reaching an all-time high above $73,000 earlier in March 2024. This surge in price reflects the increasing demand for Bitcoin among institutional investors and highlights its growing acceptance as a legitimate investment vehicle.

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Bitcoin Market Dynamics and Current Outlook

Despite the significant inflows into Spot Bitcoin ETFs, the cryptocurrency market has witnessed a period of consolidation, with Bitcoin trading sideways and experiencing periodic declines. However, recent data indicates a resurgence in investor interest, with inflows into digital asset investment products totaling $2 billion in the past week alone.

Bitcoin led the inflows, attracting a staggering $1.97 billion in investments. As of the latest update, the price of Bitcoin stands at $69,414.92, with a 24-hour trading volume of $15.4 billion. While experiencing a slight decline of -0.10% in the last 24 hours, Bitcoin has recorded a modest 0.47% increase in the past 7 days.

With a circulating supply of 20 million BTC, Bitcoin currently boasts a market capitalization of $1.3 trillion, underscoring its status as the leading cryptocurrency by market value. Despite short-term fluctuations, the overall trajectory of Bitcoin remains positive, driven by increasing institutional adoption and growing investor confidence in its long-term potential.

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