At the beginning of 2025, there was a rapid increase in the number of crypto millionaires worldwide — owners of Bitcoin wallets with balances exceeding $1 million. According to research, in just the first half of 2025, this figure grew by 26,758 individuals, reaching 182,327 wallets compared to 155,569 at the start of the year.
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Record Growth of Large Bitcoin Holders
There was a particularly noticeable increase in the number of wallets with balances over $10 million. This category recorded 20,488 wallets, which is over 5,000 more than six months ago. The largest growth occurred in the second quarter of 2025, indicating heightened interest from large investors in digital assets.
Reasons for the Rapid Growth of Crypto Millionaires
Analysts attribute this trend to increased purchasing activity among investors during recent corrections in the cryptocurrency market observed at the beginning of 2025. Bitcoin remains the most popular digital asset among millionaires in cryptocurrencies.
“Researchers add that this number does not necessarily represent each individual, as some individuals and companies may own multiple cryptocurrency wallets.”
It is worth noting that such growth in the number of crypto millionaires has not been seen since 2021, highlighting a restoration of confidence in the digital asset market and the growing role of Bitcoin in the global financial system.