Sovereign Wealth Funds Reach $15 Trillion in Assets as AI Investments Accelerate
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 01 2026- Asset Milestone: In 2025, sovereign wealth funds reached a historic $15 trillion in assets under management, reflecting a steady expansion of state-controlled capital pools and a clear shift towards future-facing investments.
- Surge in AI Investments: In 2025 alone, state investors allocated $66 billion to artificial intelligence and digitalization initiatives, with capital flowing into data centers, advanced computing, and cloud infrastructure, indicating a government priority on long-term technological competitiveness.
- Consistent Growth Trend: From 2021 to 2025, sovereign wealth funds exhibited consistent asset growth, recovering strongly after a slight dip in 2022, driven by market appreciation and fresh inflows from commodity revenues.
- Strategic Allocation Shift: Sovereign wealth funds are increasingly acting as strategic allocators, meaning that shifts in investment mandates towards AI and digital infrastructure can significantly influence capital markets and accelerate technology adoption across sectors.
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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.
