Crypto News Today: Michigan Pension Fund Buys Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs

The State of Michigan’s pension fund is making headlines with a notable multimillion-dollar investment in Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, reflecting an increasing interest in cryptocurrency among state-level institutions. Recently, Michigan disclosed a $6.9 million stake in ARK’s Bitcoin ETF, showing a clear shift toward digital assets that could inspire other institutional investors.

According to a recent SEC filing, Michigan holds 110,000 shares in the fund—an unchanged position since July 2024—demonstrating a consistent strategy in its approach to cryptocurrency assets.

Will we see more pension funds following suit? 

States Leading the Crypto Charge

Michigan is not alone in its move toward Bitcoin. Earlier in the year, Wisconsin’s pension fund invested in Bitcoin ETFs offered by BlackRock and Grayscale, sparking interest across other states. Florida soon followed with an $800 million investment in crypto-focused funds, as highlighted by Florida’s Chief Financial Officer, Jimmy Patronis, who highlighted the growing role of digital assets. These moves by

2024: A Key Year for Bitcoin ETFs and Institutional Adoption

The approval of the first U.S. crypto-based ETF in January 2024 marked a breakthrough, expanding access to digital assets for public and private institutions alike. Michigan’s new investments add to this momentum, as Bitcoin ETFs have become a popular entry point for institutional funds, offering regulated exposure to crypto.

Bitcoin ETFs now hold over one million BTC, valued at around $72.5 billion, demonstrating their growing role in mainstream finance this year.

Universities Join the Bitcoin Investment Trend

Interest in Bitcoin isn’t limited to state pension funds. Emory University recently disclosed a $16 million stake in a Bitcoin ETF, showing that even educational institutions are joining the crypto wave. This widespread adoption—from state funds to academia—highlights Bitcoin’s expanding reach and acceptance across various sectors.

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A Big Win for Ethereum ETFs

Michigan’s pension fund is also setting new ground with Ethereum. It has become the first U.S. state pension fund to invest in an Ethereum ETF, marking an important step for Ether. Bloomberg analyst Eric Balchunas called this a “pretty big win” for Ethereum, despite some recent outflows from Ethereum ETFs. Analysts suggest that Ethereum’s unique investment appeal may require more education to help institutions better understand its value.

As more public funds embrace crypto, it seems the future of finance may be shifting faster than we think.