Brown University Joins UATX and Emory, Now Holds $4,915,000 in Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Funds (ETF)
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College campuses across the nation are buzzing with cryptocurrency news, as an increasing number of prestigious universities are joining the crypto craze. In this report, we break down the latest developments surrounding three frontrunner colleges making headlines: Brown University, Emory University, and the University of Austin (UATX).
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🥇 Brown University's Bitcoin Bet
Ivy League institution Brown University purchased 105,000 shares of BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (IBIT), valued at roughly $4.9 million in a recent filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) [1][2]. As IBIT is currently priced at $55.19 per share, Brown's investment puts their Bitcoin stash at a cool $5.79 million [1]. The move signals a strategic decision to diversify the university's portfolio and capitalize on the growing acceptance of Bitcoin as a legitimate investment asset by traditional financial institutions [2].
🥈 Emory University's Bitcoin Bonanza
Atlanta-based Emory University holds a substantial number of shares in the Grayscale Bitcoin Mini Trust ETF, as well as shares in Coinbase's stock. Emory's investment is evidence of an ongoing shift in how leading educational institutions view Bitcoin as a valuable asset for their portfolios [3].
🥉 UATX's Bitcoin Boost
The University of Austin announced plans to invest $5 million in a long-term endowment fund in Bitcoin, reflecting its strong belief in the digital currency's long-term value, similar to other strategic asset allocations [3].
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- The University of Austin's investment strategy includes a long-term endowment fund in Bitcoin, reflecting their faith in Bitcoin's long-term value, similar to other strategic asset allocations.
- Brown University's recent investment in BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (IBIT) indicates a strategic decision to diversify their portfolio and capitalize on Bitcoin's growing acceptance as a legitimate investment asset.
- Emory University holds a significant number of shares in the Grayscale Bitcoin Mini Trust ETF and Coinbase's stock, demonstrating their view of Bitcoin as a valuable asset for their portfolio.
- Cryptocurrency investments are not investment advice, and users are encouraged to do their own research before making high-risk investments in Bitcoin, cryptocurrency, or digital assets.
- Investors can stay informed about the latest market trends and dealer moves in the world of crypto by checking the price action and submitting guest posts or press releases on The Daily Hodl website.


