Traditional hedge funds are accelerating their entry into the crypto market as the U.S. regulatory landscape turns more favorable under President Donald Trump’s administration.
According to a 2025 joint report by PwC and the Alternative Investment Management Association (AIMA), 55% of traditional hedge funds now hold digital assets, up from 47% in 2024 — marking a notable milestone for institutional adoption.
Regulatory Climate Spurs Confidence
Nearly half (47%) of institutional investors surveyed said they were motivated to increase crypto exposure due to recent pro-crypto policy moves from the Trump administration. These include the appointment of crypto-supportive regulatory officials and the signing of the GENIUS Act, which introduced clearer rules for managing stablecoins — digital tokens pegged to traditional currencies like the U.S. dollar.
James Delaney, Managing Director of Asset Management Regulation at AIMA, said that regulatory clarity has been a turning point:
“For years, uncertainty held back institutional entry. This year, we’re seeing many of those obstacles start to fade.”
The survey covered 122 global hedge funds and institutional investors managing close to $1 trillion in assets.
Bitcoin, Ether, and Solana Lead Institutional Holdings
Among crypto-focused funds — those with at least 50% of their portfolios in digital assets — Bitcoin remains the most common holding, followed closely by Ether and Solana. Notably, Solana’s adoption surged, with 73% of funds holding it in 2025 compared to 45% last year, underscoring growing confidence in alternative blockchain ecosystems.
On average, hedge funds have allocated 7% of their assets to crypto, up slightly from 6% in 2024. While most funds maintain smaller stakes, about 71% of respondents plan to .
