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Harvard University has signaled growing confidence in Bitcoin by more than doubling its investment in BlackRock's Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) during the third quarter of the year. This move underscores the increasing institutional adoption of cryptocurrencies and highlights the growing interest in digital assets among mainstream investors.
Harvard Management Company, the entity responsible for managing the university's $57 billion endowment fund, increased its holdings in the iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT) by over 250%. As of September 30, the university held over 6.8 million shares in IBIT, valued at approximately $442.8 million.
Harvard's decision to significantly increase its investment in IBIT is seen as a strong endorsement of Bitcoin as a legitimate investment asset. According to Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas, university involvement in ETFs is “super rare” and represents “as good a validation as an ETF can get.”
In addition to increasing its Bitcoin exposure, Harvard has been diversifying its portfolio by allocating capital to major technology companies such as Amazon, Meta, Microsoft, and Alphabet (Google's parent company). The university has also invested in Klarna and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company.
Harvard also bolstered its exposure to gold, nearly doubling its share ownership in the gold-backed SPDR Gold Shares (GLD). This move aligns with the historical trend of gold serving as a safe-haven asset during times of economic uncertainty.
Despite Harvard's bullish investment, Bitcoin ETFs experienced net outflows of $1.11 billion in the trading week ending Friday, as the price of Bitcoin fell below $100,000. However, Harvard's investment represents a vote of confidence in the future of Bitcoin and other digital assets.
Harvard's increased investment in a Bitcoin ETF demonstrates a significant shift in institutional perception of cryptocurrencies. While the market remains volatile, the involvement of a prestigious university like Harvard suggests that digital assets are becoming an increasingly important part of the investment landscape.
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