CoinDesk·3 min read·medium
Institutional crypto trading hits a record 72% as Wall Street calms crypto's wild swings
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Helene Braun
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Institutional investors now account for a record 72% of spot trading volume on major OTC desks, signaling a shift toward more stable, long-term market participation. This trend has contributed to reduced market volatility and a more selective focus on a smaller group of high-conviction assets.
According to the firm's latest market report, institutions accounted for roughly 72% of spot trading volume on its over-the-counter (OTC) desk during the first half of 2026, the highest share on record and a sharp increase from about 61% in the second half of last year.
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