Businesses are absorbing Bitcoin at 4x the rate it is mined, according to River’s research

River’s analysis shows businesses are absorbing significant amounts of Bitcoin, totaling 1,755 BTC daily, outpacing the mining output of about 450 BTC. This trend indicates a shift towards institutional wallets, boosting the demand for Bitcoin.

While firms and funds are significantly enhancing Bitcoin absorption, individual investors represent a notable net outflow of approximately -3,196 BTC daily. The data suggests an evolving ownership landscape as institutional inflows outpace new mining supply.