Harvard University’s endowment now holds more value in Bitcoin ETFs than in Alphabet shares, marking a notable shift in elite academic investment strategies toward digital assets.
On February 11, Bitcoin Magazine reported that Harvard University’s Bitcoin ETF holdings have surpassed the market value of its Alphabet Inc. (Google) shares. This shift makes Bitcoin ETFs Harvard’s largest public equity position and aligns the institution with a broader trend of elite universities increasing exposure to digital assets. The development highlights growing acceptance of cryptocurrency-linked products in large academic endowments.