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Key Takeaways: BlackRock added another $30.8 million in BTC to its iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT). The purchase confirms institutional demand for Bitcoin exposure in 2025. Spot Bitcoin ETFs continue to be an attractive entry point for traditional finance. Bitcoin emerges as an increasingly strategic portfolio diversification asset. BlackRock Adds More Bitcoin ETF Holdings BlackRock is back in the headlines with its latest accumulation of $30.8 million worth of Bitcoin in its spot ETF — the iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT). As the largest asset manager globally, BlackRock’s crypto actions are widely seen as bellwether signals for institutional direction: The acquisition brings BlackRock’s IBIT holdings significantly higher, raising its position as one of the biggest Bitcoin ETF holders worldwide. The purchase was amidst a broader crypto market rebound in 2025, adding to the strategic timing credibility. BlackRock has now performed multiple rounds of BTC purchasing since spot ETF approval earlier in 2024. The continued allocation suggests that BlackRock doesn’t view Bitcoin as a short-term experiment — it’s being assigned as a long-term core holding. The Role of Spot ETFs in Bitcoin Adoption The approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs in the US has, in effect, changed how institutional investors interact with the crypto space:  Spot ETFs offer exposure to the price of Bitcoin without exposing investors to holding or having to deal with wallets directly.  Investment products like IBIT offer a regulated, compliant structure — attractive to funds, banks, and conservative financial institutions. BlackRock’s ability to attract inflows into IBIT shows the strength of its reputation and trust among institutional clients. Bitcoin Market Sentiment Gets a Shot in the Arm The Bitcoin price has been on a steady climb in early 2025, helped by both macro trends and institutional participation. BlackRock’s move adds more fuel to the bullishness. Whenever an organization like BlackRock…

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