Family Offices Increase Crypto Allocations in 2025, 74% Considering Investment
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
- Rising Investment Intent: According to a BNY Mellon survey, 74% of ultra-high-net-worth family offices are investing or considering investments in cryptocurrencies in 2025, marking a 21 percentage point increase from the previous year, indicating a significant rise in interest towards digital assets.
- Infrastructure Improvements: Investments are primarily focused on areas with strengthened infrastructure, custody solutions, and risk controls, reflecting increased confidence in the crypto market, with Bitcoin and Ethereum being the main entry points for these conservative investors.
- Market Participation Shift: The VMS family office became the first to invest $10 million into the digital asset hedge fund Re7, showcasing a gradual shift of family offices into the crypto space, despite ongoing market volatility.
- Cautious Future Outlook: While interest in cryptocurrencies is rising, the market has lost over $1 trillion in capitalization since October, leading family offices to adopt a more cautious approach, emphasizing long-term stability and selective investments in their future strategies.
About the author
Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
