No Bear Market in Sight: Bitwise and Metaplanet Leaders Double Down on Crypto Optimism for 2025
- Why Bitwise’s Matt Hougan Sees a "Crypto ETF Boom" in 2025
- Metaplanet’s CEO: Short-Term Volatility Won’t Shake Long-Term Strategy
- Abu Dhabi Triples Its Bitcoin Bet Amid Market Jitters
- The Bottom Line: Why Experts Ignore the Bear Market Noise
- Q&A: Your Crypto Optimism Questions, Answered
Despite recent bitcoin volatility, top executives from Bitwise and Metaplanet remain bullish on crypto's long-term prospects. Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan predicts a "Crypto ETF Boom" this year, while Metaplanet CEO Simon Gerovich reaffirms his company's unwavering BTC strategy. Meanwhile, Abu Dhabi’s sovereign fund triples its Bitcoin ETF stake, signaling institutional confidence. Here’s why these experts dismiss bearish fears—and what it means for investors.
Why Bitwise’s Matt Hougan Sees a "Crypto ETF Boom" in 2025
Matt Hougan, Chief Investment Officer at Bitwise, isn’t sweating Bitcoin’s recent dip. In a recent interview, he forecasted a surge of over 100 new crypto ETFs and ETPs launching this year, dubbing it an "ETF Palooza." His rationale? The U.S. government’s reopening and advancing crypto legislation create a perfect storm for institutional adoption. "Index-based crypto baskets will dominate the next growth wave," Hougan said, noting that investors increasingly prefer diversified exposure over single-asset gambles. He even hinted at XRP’s quiet positioning as a potential winner in this shift.
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Metaplanet’s CEO: Short-Term Volatility Won’t Shake Long-Term Strategy
Echoing Hougan’s optimism, Metaplanet CEO Simon Gerovich took to X to declare his firm’s BTC strategy unchanged. "Short-term moves are noise," he wrote. "We’re building value for the long haul." The Tokyo-based company, which saw Fidelity International snap up $7.42 million worth of its shares last quarter, mirrors MicroStrategy’s aggressive BTC accumulation playbook. Gerovich’s stance? Bitcoin’s value lies in its ability to "store wealth digitally, free from government or banking intermediaries"—a narrative gaining traction globally.
Abu Dhabi Triples Its Bitcoin Bet Amid Market Jitters
The bullish chorus isn’t limited to crypto natives. Abu Dhabi Investment Council (ADIC) quietly upped its iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) holdings from 2.4 million to 8 million shares pre-selloff. A spokesperson told Bloomberg the fund views BTC as a gold-like "store-of-value" asset, integral to its multi-horizon strategy. This move aligns with Bitwise’s thesis that Bitcoin is in a "stealth IPO phase," akin to Microsoft’s early days—where utility drives demand, and demand drives price.
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The Bottom Line: Why Experts Ignore the Bear Market Noise
Volatility? Par for the course, say Hougan and Gerovich. Bitwise’s team likens Bitcoin’s adoption curve to tech blue chips, while Metaplanet’s treasury strategy mirrors corporate giants hedging against fiat debasement. With sovereign funds like ADIC joining the fray, the "digital gold" narrative gains institutional credence. As Hougan puts it: "The market isn’t crashing—it’s maturing."
Q&A: Your Crypto Optimism Questions, Answered
Why are Bitwise and Metaplanet so confident despite BTC’s drop?
Both firms view dips as buying opportunities in a multi-year adoption cycle. Hougan emphasizes ETF inflows and regulatory clarity, while Gerovich focuses on Bitcoin’s scarcity and institutional uptake.
Is Abu Dhabi’s ETF move a sign of broader institutional interest?
Absolutely. Sovereign wealth funds typically act as market bellwethers. ADIC’s pivot suggests crypto is becoming a portfolio staple alongside traditional hedges like gold.
Should retail investors follow these strategies?
This article does not constitute investment advice. However, the BTCC research team notes that dollar-cost averaging (DCA) into assets with strong fundamentals—like Bitcoin—has historically outperformed timing the market.
