According to Kraken’s CFO Stephanie Lemmerman, Bitcoin could exist in the portfolios of more than 20% of public companies – or 10,000 such ventures. Executives anticipate a surge in corporate Bitcoin adoption in the near future, driven by the numerous attractive features of the digital currency. As a quick hint, Bitcoin has a capped supply of 21MN coins, so there won’t possibly be more coins in existence. This characteristic is embedded in its white paper and makes it an appealing store of value that can shield corporate cash reserves from the devaluation triggered by inflation, which reduces the worth of fiat currency.
Investing in BTC/USDT is no longer a privilege reserved for institutional investors—retail investors with or without experience are actively exploring crypto and increasingly adding Bitcoin to their portfolios. This is often followed by interest in other assets like Ethereum, Solana, Ripple, and Cardano. Still, among all these, Bitcoin (BTC) continues to attract the most corporate attention and investment. Let’s take a closer look at how Bitcoin’s corporate adoption could accelerate in the near future.
80% and more
Over eight in ten public companies store BTC thanks to its appeal as a treasury asset – a characteristic that only increases during times of macroeconomic incertitude. Given the worldwide debt rates surpassing $307BN in 2023, corporations increasingly deal with currency devaluation. Starting with that year, MicroStrategy’s BTC reserve amassed over 100K coins, establishing itself as one of the biggest corporate holders of the asset.
Electric vehicle bigwig Tesla caught international attention in 2021 when it poured $1.5BN in Bitcoin, highlighting its confidence in the crypto’s potential. It even accepted Bitcoin as payment for a short time, before halting payments because of environmental concerns. Nevertheless, Tesla still possesses a considerable amount of Bitcoin. Other high-profile companies having BTC on their balance sheet include but aren’t limited to Nexon, Semler Scientific, Bitfarms, Genius Group, MARA Holdings, and Riot Platforms. The number of corporate Bitcoin adopters has spiked by 142% since 2023. Many of these companies have overtaken rivals in stock indices, prompting others to consider similar acquisitions in an effort to improve shareholder value.
Notably, S&P 500 companies store around $1.5TN in free cash flow, a figure that dwarfs Bitcoin’s total market cap of around $766BN. Even modest corporate allocations could trigger considerable demand.
Beyond potential returns, BTC’s historically humble correlation with traditional assets makes it an attractive option for those looking to diversify their portfolios, especially when compared to sitting on idle cash.
Corporate accumulation exceeds supply rates
Corporate Bitcoin accumulation rates surpass the rate of new issuance massively and are challenging available supply. This trend could drive prices up and accelerate adoption through a self-reinforcing cycle. Compliance and legal concerns also fade as investors look for a clearer U.S. regulatory landscape under the new, supposedly crypto-supportive administration. This could open the door for more companies to enter the crypto space confidently.
The speculations according to which 20% of the world’s 55K publicly traded companies could introduce BTC in their balance sheets only position Bitcoin in a more favorable light. On the same line, it urges watchdogs to come with clearer guidelines and rules on how Bitcoin should be managed, treated, and profited form. The latest news marks a profound shift in corporate treasury strategy. Nevertheless, high volatility and ongoing regulatory ambiguity remain hurdles, emphasizing the need for a long-term perspective from corporate leadership.
Bitcoin makes micropayments possible – and cheaper
Bitcoin allows for almost instantaneous, affordable cross-border transactions, sidestepping traditional global standards such as SWIFT. Last year, the Lighting Network – the channel that facilitates transactions between two parties – handled millions of transactions, making microtransactions not only possible but more efficient. Bitcoin micropayments have revolutionized online revenue models and unlocked untapped markets. By making transaction granularity possible at a fraction of the historical costs, groundbreaking business opportunities emerge.
Countries that made Bitcoin a legal tender, such as El Salvador and The Central African Republic, reveal the asset’s potential for financial inclusion. Countries struggling with a poor economy and monetary system rely on remittances sent in Bitcoin, followed by other cryptos. Individuals residing in these countries and those winning revenue from abroad only need a smart device with an internet connection to receive Bitcoin. 1.4 unbanked individuals from across the world can leverage Bitcoin and participate in the digital economy. In Africa only, BTC adoption gained 120% YoY last year, pushed by currency devaluation and inflation.
This challenges the banking system’s monopoly on value transfer and money creation. Peer-to-peer (P2P transactions decrease dependence on intermediaries, while decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms developed on Bitcoin’s ecosystem, such as Stacks, provide decentralized lending and savings, pressuring conventional financial systems. Notably, DeFi on Bitcoin has surpassed $1BN in total value locked this year.
Currency will never be the same after Bitcoin
Bitcoin’s effect on the financial system is undeniable and felt worldwide, mainly reflected by a change in how value is transferred, secured, and understood. Bitcoin offers a decentralized, censorship-resistant, and trustless network that works without the need for involvement from central banks and intermediaries as traditional alternatives do. Its fixed supply of 21MN coins sets it apart from fiat currencies, which are susceptible to inflation, positioning Bitcoin as a potential hedge.
As of April 2025, over 19MN BTC are already in circulation, with adoption continuing to accelerate at a rate higher than the issuance rate.
A look at Bitcoin’s price.
Bitcoin’s price movements, such as the $69,000 peak in 2024 or $109,114 ATH in 2025, drive speculative trading, with $100BN in daily volumes. This volatility creates room for inherent risks, but it encourages the creation of groundbreaking financial vehicles like hedging and derivative instruments, which bridge the gap between traditional finance and Bitcoin. As a decentralized, easily accessible, and scarce asset, Bitcoin challenges centralized control and forces institutions to adapt to offer more power to individuals.
Still, regulatory uncertainties and value volatility incapacitate a potential full mainstream adoption. As Bitcoin accumulation rises, its power to reshape worldwide finance can only increase.