Recent studies indicate that traditional companies are actively integrating cryptocurrency into their financial models, creating a new trend in the financial market.
Growing Corporate Assets
According to a recent report by Galaxy Research, companies like Strategy, Metaplanet, and SharpLink have collectively amassed over $100 billion in crypto assets, signaling a growing institutional interest in this sector.
Bitcoin and Ether Positions in Corporate Balances
Bitcoin remains the dominant asset, with treasury firms holding over 791,000 BTC valued at approximately $93 billion, which accounts for nearly 4% of the total Bitcoin supply in circulation. Meanwhile, Ether is also gaining popularity as a treasury asset, with companies holding around 1.3 million ETH worth over $4 billion.
The Future of Corporate Ethereum Use
Financial giant Standard Chartered believes this trend is just beginning. In a recent report, the bank projected that Ether could surpass the $4,000 mark by year-end, and that corporate treasuries might eventually hold 10% of the total ETH supply. This would be justified by its regulatory flexibility and staking capabilities, making it a more dynamic asset than Bitcoin.
Thus, the increasing interest of corporate treasuries in Ether and other digital assets indicates a broader shift towards recognizing cryptocurrencies as an essential part of modern financial infrastructure.
