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- BlackRock plans to manage over $50 billion in crypto assets by 2030, focusing on Bitcoin, Ethereum, and tokenized funds.
- The firm’s iShares Bitcoin Trust and Ethereum investments are already breaking records.
BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, has unveiled an ambitious plan to lead the crypto investment space. By 2030, the firm aims to manage more than $50 billion in digital assets, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and tokenized financial products. This long-term strategy highlights BlackRock’s strong belief in the future of decentralized finance and digital assets.
Bitcoin and Ethereum at the Core of the Strategy
At the center of BlackRock’s crypto plan is its iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), which has rapidly grown to $72.5 billion in assets. This makes IBIT the fastest-growing exchange-traded fund (ETF) in history, outpacing the SPDR Gold Trust in record time. The company’s focus doesn’t stop at Bitcoin. Its iShares Ethereum Trust (ETHA) has also seen over $5 billion in inflows, showing strong investor demand for Ethereum exposure.
In addition, BlackRock’s BUIDL fund, a tokenized U.S. Treasury product, now manages nearly $2.9 billion. The fund operates across multiple blockchain networks, including Ethereum, solana, and Avalanche, further reinforcing BlackRock’s commitment to blockchain technology.
BlackRock CEO Predicts Massive Crypto Growth
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink has expressed confidence in the future of crypto. He believes that Bitcoin could reach $500,000 or even $700,000 over the next decade. He points to rising government debt, growing deficits, and declining trust in the U.S. dollar as reasons why digital assets could become a more stable store of value. Fink also emphasized the benefits of tokenization, such as faster settlements, improved transparency, and reduced reliance on traditional financial systems.
With over $75 billion already invested in digital assets, BlackRock’s $50 billion goal isn’t just speculation — it’s a realistic next step. As institutional demand rises, BlackRock is positioning itself as a key player in the next generation of finance.
