Institutions Embrace Crypto Diversification, Bullish on 2025 but Bearish Beyond

According to a new report by Swiss crypto bank Sygnum, institutional investors are significantly increasing their exposure to digital assets in 2025. The findings show that 61% of institutional respondents plan to expand their cryptocurrency investments by the end of this year, with 38% adding exposure in the fourth quarter alone.

This shift marks a transition from speculative trading to strategic diversification, as institutions view crypto as a long-term portfolio component rather than just a defensive asset. "Institutions are thinking less about crypto as defense and more about participation in the structural evolution of global finance," said report author Lucas Schweiger.