Institutional Interest in Bitcoin Grows as Companies Invest

According to PANews, recent data from OKG Research indicates that only 0.01% of publicly traded companies worldwide currently hold Bitcoin, suggesting that institutional investment in the cryptocurrency is still in its early stages. Since November 6, 17 publicly listed companies in the United States and Japan have announced their holdings or approved Bitcoin as a strategic asset. Notably, MicroStrategy made a significant purchase last week, acquiring 55,500 Bitcoins for $5.4 billion. Despite recent fluctuations in Bitcoin's price due to macroeconomic events, its role as an asset sensitive to inflation and liquidity is drawing increasing institutional interest. OKG Research forecasts that approximately $2.28 trillion could flow into the Bitcoin market over the next year, potentially driving its price up to $200,000. This trend underscores Bitcoin's transition from an "elite experiment" to a mainstream asset allocation. The growing institutional interest highlights the evolving perception of Bitcoin as a viable investment option, reflecting its potential to become a significant component of global financial portfolios.