BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) has surpassed their iShares Core S&P 500 ETF (IVV) in annual revenue, marking a significant milestone in institutional adoption of Bitcoin.
Despite being smaller in asset size, IBIT generates more revenue due to its higher fee structure and capital inflows, managing $75 billion in assets compared to IVV's $624 billion.
The growth of IBIT is attributed to the approval of spot ETFs in January 2024, attracting institutional capital and prompting market commentators to recognize Bitcoin's increasing presence on Wall Street.
BlackRock's revenue from IBIT is directly tied to the price of Bitcoin, with each appreciation potentially doubling the revenue, showing the firm's alignment with Bitcoin's success.