
BlackRock’s Major Ethereum Acquisition: $276.16 Million Investment Boosts Its Crypto Portfolio
Edited by Matt Waller
BlackRock has made a landmark move by purchasing $276.16 million worth of Ethereum (ETH) on February 4. This decision is a clear signal of the asset manager’s growing commitment to digital assets. The acquisition adds to a series of recent purchases and highlights the increasing interest of institutional investors in cryptocurrencies.
Key Points
Significant Investment: BlackRock acquired $276.16 million in Ethereum on February 4.
Series of Purchases: Earlier transactions on January 31 and February 1 added up to 41,790 ETH worth $128.3 million.
Previous Mega Acquisition: In December, BlackRock and Fidelity together purchased $500 million of Ethereum via Coinbase Prime.
Institutional Momentum: BlackRock’s involvement began with its ETF...