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Institutional appetite for Bitcoin strengthens as asset managers like BlackRock drive mainstream adoption of digital assets among traditional investors.
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Key Takeaways
- BlackRock purchased $211 million worth of Bitcoin on behalf of its clients, highlighting continued institutional demand for crypto assets.
- With over 800,000 BTC under management via its spot Bitcoin ETF, BlackRock commands significant influence in the crypto ETF market.
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BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, acquired $211 million worth of Bitcoin on behalf of clients on Tuesday. The purchase adds to BlackRock’s crypto holdings through its spot Bitcoin ETF, which managed over 800,000 BTC as of mid-October 2025.
The acquisition reflects continued institutional demand for Bitcoin amid ongoing market volatility. BlackRock has been consistently purchasing Bitcoin for clients, demonstrating strong institutional interest in crypto assets as part of broader investment strategies.
The spot Bitcoin ETF has served as BlackRock’s primary vehicle for providing client exposure to BTC, helping mainstream crypto investments among institutional investors. The firm’s ongoing accumulation strategy represents part of a broader shift of Bitcoin ownership from retail investors to large-scale institutional entities.
