Crypto Millionaires Soar 40% — Could SHIB Ride the Institutional Wave?

September 25, 2025

The number of crypto millionaires has surged 40% over the past year, surpassing 240,000, fueled by increased institutional adoption and a global crypto market valuation exceeding $3.3 trillion by mid-2025.

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Key points:

  • The number of crypto millionaires has jumped 40% in the past year, surpassing 240,000, driven by institutional adoption and a crypto market valued over $3.3 trillion.
  • Crypto centimillionaires and billionaires also saw notable growth, rising 38% to 450 and 29% to 36 respectively, reflecting a surge in high-net-worth crypto holders.
  • Increased institutional investment in major tokens like Bitcoin and Ether strengthens the overall market, creating opportunities for community-driven projects like SHIB to grow and gain traction.

Henley & Partners’ Crypto Wealth Report 2025 shows the number of crypto centimillionaires, those holding around $100 million, rose 38% to 450, while crypto billionaires increased 29% to 36 by the end of June.

“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,” a press release stated. 

Public companies and major financial institutions are increasingly investing in cryptocurrencies, particularly in the U.S., as crypto-friendly policies under the Trump administration have bolstered Wall Street’s confidence, contributing to a rise in market valuation.

“The rapid rise of this new crypto-wealth class is compelling governments, tax authorities, and wealth managers to confront an uncharted new reality,” Dominic Volek, Group Head of Private Clients at Henley & Partners, stated. 

Henley & Partners shared that the Crypto Wealth Report 2025 calculates wealth using proprietary tier models that classify billionaires, centimillionaires, and other high-net-worth individuals through a progressive Lorenz curve distribution.

The analysis also incorporates publicly available data on significant crypto holdings from platforms including CoinMarketCap, Binance, BscScan, and Etherscan.


Crypto Millionaires  Could Fuel Growth for SHIB and Community Tokens

The rise in crypto millionaires demonstrates just how fast institutional adoption can reshape wealth in the digital asset space. For SHIB holders, this trend is especially encouraging. As major financial institutions and Wall Street funds increasingly enter the crypto market, the broader ecosystem benefits from added liquidity, deeper markets, and heightened investor confidence.

This institutional flow into flagship assets like Bitcoin and Ether doesn’t just strengthen those tokens, it also creates opportunities for community-driven projects like SHIB to thrive. Greater participation in the market can help stabilize prices, support utility, and foster long-term growth for Shiba Inu and its related ecosystem projects.

As more investors recognize the potential of decentralized communities, tokens with strong engagement and purpose, such as SHIB, are well-positioned to gain traction. Ultimately, the combination of institutional backing, robust market infrastructure, and a dedicated community could amplify SHIB’s relevance and longevity in the rapidly evolving crypto landscape.

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Michaela has no crypto positions and does not hold any crypto assets. This article is provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial advice. The Shib Magazine and The Shib Daily are the official media and publications of the Shiba Inu cryptocurrency project. Readers are encouraged to conduct their own research and consult with a qualified financial adviser before making any investment decisions.