70,000 New Crypto Millionaires Created in Past Year as Bitcoin Sets New ATH—Is it Too Late?

• Over 70,000 new millionaires have emerged from Bitcoin’s rise, bringing the total number of crypto millionaires to 240,000 worldwide.
• Analysts predict Bitcoin could reach $150,000 by 2026 as institutional investment and global interest continue to grow.

The largest digital asset, Bitcoin, has made 70,000 new millionaires in the past year. As detailed, this brings the total number of people with more than $1 million in crypto to 240,000. Notably, the rise came as Bitcoin reached a record high of $126,200 earlier this week.

Bitcoin’s Rise Brings New Wave of Wealth

A new report from Henley & Partners and New World Wealth shows how fast crypto wealth has grown. CNBC’s Robert Frank, while discussing the report, said that 70,000 people joined the list of crypto millionaires in the last year alone.

According to the update, there are now 240,000 people whose crypto holdings are worth at least $1 million. The report also noted that 450 people now hold over $100 million in crypto, and 36 have reached billionaire status.

Crypto Millionaires on the Rise | Source: CNBC/Coin Bureau

Frank explained that the price of Bitcoin has more than doubled within a year. The total value of all cryptocurrencies has gone up by over $2 trillion. Some economists also found that for every dollar made from crypto, investors spend about ten cents. This adds up to nearly $200 billion in new spending this year, showing how crypto wealth is spilling into the wider economy.

The rise in Bitcoin has also lifted mining stocks. Companies involved in mining have seen higher share prices as traders expect more gains before the year ends. Many believe this growth reflects how investors now see Bitcoin as more than a trading asset. It is increasingly viewed as a place to keep money safe from inflation and the ups and downs of traditional markets.

In a separate development, CNF reported that Strategy Inc. (NASDAQ: MSTR) has become the fifth-largest U.S. corporation in terms of treasury holdings, with $80 billion worth of Bitcoin in its reserves. It is worth noting that Michael Saylor is targeting a $1 trillion BTC reserves for Strategy and then growing it 20–30% annually.

What Lies Ahead for Bitcoin

It is important to mention that the question now in the digital asset market is whether it is too late to buy in. Some analysts think there is still room for more growth. Based on their outlook, steady investments from big financial institutions and the growing interest from young investors who see Bitcoin as a long-term bet.

However, some market observers believe that there are still hurdles. The political deadlock in Washington has caused a government shutdown. This has left the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) partly inactive. The slowdown in regulation has created uncertainty, but investors are still hopeful.

Meanwhile, as detailed in our earlier post, some market experts predict that if large investors keep buying and rules around crypto become clearer, Bitcoin price could climb to $150,000 by early 2026. Meanwhile, as noted in our previous news brief, former BitMex CEO Arthur Hayes said that Bitcoin could hit $250,000 soon.

Cardano CEO Charles Hoskinson has also remained strongly optimistic about Bitcoin’s price. As indicated in our earlier discussion, he reaffirmed his long-term target of $250,000 for the cryptocurrency.

For now, Bitcoin continues to be seen as a strong digital alternative to gold. As of this publication, it is trading at $121,463.90. Whether this surge marks the start of something bigger or the peak of a cycle, it is clear that Bitcoin remains a powerful force in global finance.

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