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Story: Institutional investors move away from bitcoin after january’s decline

By Jean-Luc Maracon

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Louis Frederic Laszlo reports that major investors are abandoning bitcoin. On February 27, 2026, these financial players now view the cryptocurrency as too risky.

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Recent turbulence reinforces their decision. In January, bitcoin lost 15% in a single week. This kind of volatility alarms fund managers who are seeking more stable alternatives.

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Regulation remains a major obstacle. Several governments are considering tightening controls on crypto transactions. Regulatory uncertainties discourage institutional involvement.

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Competition is also intensifying in the digital asset sector. Stablecoins attract institutional investors with their relative stability.

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Blockchain technology is no longer sufficient.

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Doubts persist about bitcoin's long-term viability. Investors now favor projects with concrete applications and clear returns on investment.

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On February 23, UBS announced that it was reevaluating its crypto investment strategy. This follows significant losses incurred in the last quarter, largely due to bitcoin's…

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The crypto sector must adapt quickly. New business models are emerging, trying to regain lost trust.

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The market is on the lookout for upcoming regulatory announcements that could change the situation. For now, caution prevails.

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Bitcoin briefly crossed $30,000 on February 25 before dropping again.

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On February 28, Binance announced a significant drop in bitcoin transaction volumes. This is part of a context where institutional investors are adjusting their asset allocation…

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On February 29, the Bank of Japan expressed concerns about bitcoin price fluctuations during a meeting with financial sector players.

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It remains to be seen if the coming weeks will bring more clarity. For now, institutional investors seem to have made their decision.

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European central banks are closely monitoring this institutional capital flight. The European Central Bank organized a technical meeting on February 26 with several national…

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Goldman Sachs has quietly reduced its crypto trading services according to internal sources cited by Reuters on February 25.

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