Institutions Stick by Crypto Amid Market Decline

A recent survey by Bitwise found that 15 major institutions maintained their cryptocurrency allocations through a roughly 50% market decline between October 2025 and April 2026.

None of the interviewees reduced their crypto allocation during this period, while several bought more. Several prospective buyers were also in advanced due diligence, including multiple sovereign wealth funds actively examining sizable positions.

Bitwise expects a majority of institutional investors to hold cryptocurrency within five years, citing the willingness of institutions to hold during market declines and the growing adoption of spot crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs).