Bitcoin ETFs in the US drive higher crypto allocations among institutional investors

Bitcoin ETFs in the US drive higher crypto allocations among institutional investors

Summary

Institutional investors increased crypto exposure to 3% in Q1 2022, attributing it to distributed ledger technology and perceiving digital assets as offering good value and diversification. Bitcoin is the most favored asset, followed by Ethereum, while Solana saw a surge in allocation. Regulatory concerns and volatility remain key barriers for investors. Notably, XRP holdings declined.