Breaking: BlackRock Buys $678M in BTC as Bitcoin Price Holds Near $96K
BlackRock Makes Another Bold Bet on Bitcoin
The worlds largest asset manager, BlackRock, has just acquired a staggering $678 million worth of Bitcoin, reinforcing its long-term commitment to the digital asset class. The purchase comes as Bitcoin trades at approximately $96,000, reflecting a 1.06% dip in the past 24 hours, but still showing a 1.8% gain over the last 7 days.
BTC/USD price chart in the past 7 days - TradingView
This move puts BlackRock firmly back in the spotlight, especially after months of growing institutional interest in Bitcoin through spot ETFs and direct holdings.
Bitcoin Price Holds Strong Despite Dip
Bitcoin's current market cap stands at $1.9 trillion, maintaining its dominance in the crypto market. While short-term price action shows a slight pullback, the overall trend remains bullish supported by high-profile purchases such as this one.
Analysts suggest this latest acquisition could be a signal of continued upward momentum, particularly with growing speculation that BTC could push toward the $100K milestone in the coming weeks.
Institutional Confidence Remains High
BlackRocks latest purchase isnt just a number its a clear message to the market. As traditional finance giants continue to deepen their crypto exposure, retail traders and investors are watching closely. With strong fundamentals, rising demand, and increasing supply scarcity, Bitcoins long-term trajectory appears increasingly bullish.
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