The number of crypto millionaires globally has surged by 40%, reaching 241,700. This increase aligns with a digital asset market valuation exceeding $3.3 trillion by mid-2025, according to the 2025 Crypto Wealth Report from investment migration consultancy Henley & Partners.
This growth is primarily fueled by Bitcoin’s strong price performance and increasing institutional acceptance.
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Bitcoin Created 145,100 New Millionaires, Up 70% YoY
The total number of investors holding over $1 million in BTC has risen by 70% year-over-year, reaching 145,100. Roughly 60% of the 241,700 crypto millionaires derive their wealth from Bitcoin, with 450 categorized as centimillionaires owning $100 million or more. Among the newly minted crypto billionaires, 36 individuals hold significant stakes, with 17 primarily possessing Bitcoin assets, marking a 55% year-over-year increase in what the report describes as a “historic” wealth surge.
Henley & Partners notes, “This significant growth coincides with a watershed year for institutional adoption, highlighted by the first-ever cryptocurrencies launched by a sitting US President and First Lady.”
In broader terms, these figures are relatively minor: UBS’s recent Global Wealth Report estimates a total of 60 million millionaires worldwide, indicating that crypto millionaires constitute only 0.4% of this demographic.
The study also estimates that there are 590 million global crypto users, representing roughly 7.4% of the world’s 8 billion population, an increase of 5% from the previous year. Bitcoin holders number around 295 million, reflecting a 7% year-over-year gain.
The report highlights Bitcoin’s evolution from a speculative asset to an essential financial instrument. Experts point out its increasing use as collateral and as a store of value, suggesting a shift towards a parallel financial system.
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“Bitcoin is no longer just an investment; it’s becoming a base currency for wealth preservation,” stated Philipp A. Baumann, founder of Z22 Technologies.
Which Countries Are Most Crypto-Friendly
Henley’s Crypto Adoption Index ranks Singapore, Hong Kong, and the United States as the leading countries for cryptocurrency adoption. Singapore and Australia are noted for regulatory friendliness, while Monaco and the UAE offer the most favorable tax conditions. The US excels in public adoption, Hong Kong in infrastructure, and Singapore in innovation, showcasing the most supportive environments for crypto growth.
Analysts suggest that this growing adoption may enhance both institutional and individual engagement with digital assets. The portability of cryptocurrencies, often secured by simple seed phrases, challenges traditional ideas of location-based wealth.
Furthermore, crypto adoption is transforming global wealth dynamics. Investors are increasingly looking into residency or citizenship avenues to navigate regulatory challenges and tap into advantageous banking systems.
“Cryptocurrency is redefining global finance,” remarked Dominic Volek, Group Head of Private Clients at Henley & Partners. “With Bitcoin, high-net-worth individuals can access billions instantly from anywhere, diminishing the significance of physical location in wealth management.”
The swift growth of crypto millionaires could prompt regulators and tax authorities to revise existing frameworks, accommodating decentralized and mobile forms of wealth. This new class of holders is likely to have a significant impact on market trends and policy decisions in the forthcoming years.
