Bitcoin Holdings at Risk: Fidelity Predicts 8.3 Million Coins Could Disappear in 7 Years According to Report
In the ever-evolving world of cryptocurrency, one digital asset stands out for its scarcity and resilience: Bitcoin. Since 2020, public companies' Bitcoin holdings have experienced only one quarterly decline, demonstrating a remarkable consistency in the face of market volatility.
As of June 30, 2025, over 830,000 Bitcoins are held by public companies. While this figure is substantial, it's important to note that no publicly available data confirms any company owning more than 830,000 Bitcoins at this time. Companies known for large Bitcoin holdings, such as MicroStrategy and Tesla, hold significantly fewer. The potential for increased adoption by large corporations could grow if the institutional acceptance of Bitcoin accelerates, but specific candidates remain unidentified in current sources.
One factor contributing to this scarcity is the mining process. Over 95% of Bitcoin has already been mined, reducing the new supply entering the market. This reduction in supply, coupled with rising demand, means that price becomes the only variable left to adjust. Fewer coins may be available for trading in the future, which could have lasting effects on liquidity and market dynamics.
Fidelity, a leading financial services company, defines illiquid supply as Bitcoin that has not moved for at least seven years and holdings of public companies with 1,000 BTC or more. Their research indicates a growing concentration of Bitcoin in long-term hands. Both long-term holders and public companies have consistently increased their Bitcoin balances almost every quarter since tracking began.
Fidelity's analysis suggests that the illiquid portion of the Bitcoin market is expected to continue growing, potentially resulting in a market with fewer coins available for trading. By Q2 2032, they project that nearly half the market will be in wallets that seldom transact, with over 8.3 million Bitcoin, or 42% of the circulating supply, being illiquid.
Recent movements in the market, such as the shift of over 80,000 ancient coins (more than a decade old) in July 2025, indicate that some holders may be selling at current prices, suggesting a desire to realise profits. However, this trend towards long-term holding could signal a shift in the Bitcoin market, where scarcity may become more significant than ever.
Analysts suggest that this accumulation trend could have lasting effects on liquidity and market dynamics, making it an exciting time to watch the evolution of Bitcoin and its role in the financial world. As more companies consider adding Bitcoin to their balance sheets and long-term holders continue to accumulate, the future of this pioneering digital asset remains promising.
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