Catenaa, Monday, December 29, 2025- Blockchain references in US Securities and Exchange Commission filings surged in 2025 as institutions leaned into Bitcoin following clearer federal rules and expanding exchange traded fund activity.
Mentions tied to blockchain activity climbed steadily through the year, reaching about 8,000 by August and staying elevated through November, according to market data.
The increase marked a rise from prior years, reflecting deeper engagement by public companies and asset managers.
Bitcoin dominated the filings. References to the asset accounted for the largest share of mentions, driven by spot Bitcoin ETF registrations and amendments after multiple products launched in early 2024. Traditional asset managers continued adding crypto exposure during 2025, reinforcing Bitcoin’s role as the preferred entry point.
This sustained focus contrasted with more cyclical references tied to initial coin offerings and broad crypto disclosures. Filing patterns suggest institutions narrowed attention to assets with clearer compliance paths rather than experimental tokens.
Regulatory progress helped support the shift. Early in 2025, Congress passed the GENIUS Act, setting nationwide rules for stablecoins. The law required full reserve backing, anti money laundering controls, monthly disclosures, and split oversight between federal and state regulators.
In July, the House approved the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, extending the FIT21 framework adopted a year earlier. The bill outlined market structure standards and registration expectations across digital asset markets.
Together, the measures reduced legal uncertainty and encouraged firms to formalize crypto strategies. Bitcoin references are expected to remain dominant in filings.
