The latest Crypto Wealth Report from Henley & Partners reveals a significant surge in Bitcoin millionaires, rising by more than 111% to a total of 85,400, which now represent almost half of all crypto millionaires in 2024.
This rise in wealth is part of a broader increase in crypto millionaires, which has grown by 95% since last year, bringing the total number of individuals holding at least $1 million in crypto assets to approximately 172,300.
Among the emerging group of 28 crypto billionaires, six have entered the ranks this year, with five of them primarily investing in Bitcoin. Bitcoin is also popular among users, with around 275 million holders making up 49% of the 560 million global crypto users.
The rise in Bitcoin millionaires has been fueled by recent developments like the approval of 11 spot Bitcoin ETFs in the U.S., which has attracted nearly $20 million in investments, as many opt for these funds instead of trading on exchanges.
Additionally, regions such as Singapore and the UAE are promoting crypto adoption through favorable regulations, with the UAE implementing zero capital gains tax and enabling direct trading from bank accounts. Singapore has also introduced new guidelines focusing on digital asset custody.
Countries like Switzerland are enhancing their appeal to the crypto community, notably with its “Crypto Valley” in Zug, while Caribbean nations like Antigua and Barbuda are enacting progressive laws to draw in digital entrepreneurs.
Bitcoin is facing strong headwinds just shy of its all-time high, with analysts at Swissblock warning that a breakout may be off the table—at least for now.
Chinese tech giant Tencent has officially pushed back against recent rumors suggesting it is preparing to acquire South Korean game developer Nexon.
As concerns grow over government debt and global instability, Bitcoin is increasingly seen as a serious alternative to both gold and U.S. Treasuries.
Anthony Pompliano, a prominent Bitcoin advocate and co-founder of Morgan Creek Digital, is reportedly preparing to launch a new BTC-focused investment firm dubbed ProCapBTC.