Majority of traditional hedge funds now exposed to crypto assets: Survey
AIMA says 55% of traditional hedge funds now hold crypto, with most planning to increase exposure as US regulation boosts confidence.
More than half of traditional hedge funds now have exposure to digital assets, reflecting a steady institutional shift toward the cryptocurrency market despite recent volatility, according to a new survey.
A survey released on Thursday by the Alternative Investment Management Association (AIMA) found that 55% of traditional hedge funds had exposure to digital assets as of 2025. This is an 8% increase over the 47% reported in the 2024 survey.
The survey reportedly drew the participation of 122 hedge fund managers, representing $982 billion in assets under management. AIMA also found that on average, funds allocate 7% of their portfolios to crypto-related assets. Still, most hedge funds maintain low exposure, with most investing under 2% in crypto. However, 71% plan to increase their exposure over the next year.
