Why Bitcoin Is the New Inevitability, According to Bitwise President

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“To be or not to be exposed to Bitcoin, that is no longer the question,” quipped Mr. Fusaro, the President of Bitwise, with a wink. “It seems, my dear friends, that the choice has been made for us—whether we like it or not, Bitcoin is becoming an unavoidable part of our financial lives, either by our own volition or through the subtle machinations of our indirect holdings.” 🤷‍♂️

His observation comes on the heels of a rather intriguing report, which revealed that Vanguard, a financial institution that has long been the epitome of crypto skepticism, has now become the largest shareholder in Michael Saylor’s Bitcoin-focused firm, Strategy (MSTR). Oh, the irony! 🤦‍♂️ This newfound exposure, however, is not the result of a sudden epiphany or a change in heart, but rather a consequence of the way index funds are allocated, inadvertently tying Vanguard’s performance to the whimsical dance of Bitcoin’s price. 🎶

Globally, there are tens of millions of BTC addresses with at least a minimal balance, though the true number of unique holders remains shrouded in mystery. Many individuals, it seems, are quite the digital hoarders, controlling multiple wallets, while large platforms like Coinbase boast nearly 70 million registered users. 🤑

As institutional interest continues to grow, companies now collectively hold over 1.8 million BTC. Industry titans like Coinbase and Marathon Digital have made bold moves, while tech giants such as Amazon and Microsoft remain stubbornly aloof, keeping their distance from direct Bitcoin investments. 🙅‍♂️

Fusaro’s stance only adds to the growing chorus of voices suggesting that financial exposure to Bitcoin might soon be as common—and, dare I say, as inevitable—as exposure to traditional assets. After all, in the grand tapestry of finance, it seems that Bitcoin is the new black. 🌟

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2025-07-16 11:02