Strategy’s Bitcoin Banking Adoption Index rises to 34% in Q3 2026

Bitcoin: Bitcoin is the pioneering decentralized cryptocurrency designed as a peer-to-peer electronic cash system and widely regarded as a digital store of value. It underpins much of the current institutional interest in digital assets through exchange-traded products, custody solutions, and lending services. Strategy’s index specifically measures banking sector integration of Bitcoin alongside broader digital asset developments. Strategy: Strategy is a business intelligence software and services company that has established a significant corporate treasury position in Bitcoin. It regularly publishes research and indices tracking institutional adoption of Bitcoin and related digital asset services by banks and financial institutions. The company released its latest Bitcoin Banking Adoption Index report highlighting expanded bank capabilities in Bitcoin custody, lending, and tokenization. Adoption: Major global banks continue to expand Bitcoin and digital asset services including ETP access, custody, and BTC-backed lending. Innovation: Financial institutions are advancing stablecoin usage and asset tokenization initiatives.