Ethereum (ETH) co-founder Vitalik Buterin has weighed in on the ideal portfolio allocation debate, revealing that his Bitcoin (BTC) holdings fall below 10%. His comments come as ETH rises more than 3%, reigniting discussions on optimal cryptocurrency portfolio allocation.
The debate was sparked by crypto analyst Udi Wertheimer, who stated that serious crypto investors should allocate at least 10% of their portfolio to Bitcoin, ideally closer to 70%.
Buterin, however, took a different stance, stating that he holds less than 10% in BTC and less than 10% in any asset that is not ETH. His comments reinforce an Ethereum-first investment strategy while maintaining minimal exposure to other cryptocurrencies.
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Buterin’s stance has ignited debate within the crypto community, with some applauding his Ethereum-first strategy while others argue for a more diversified approach.
A look at Vitalik Buterin’s portfolio
A deeper dive into Buterin’s portfolio shows that ETH makes up the overwhelming majority of his holdings, valued at over $794 million.
He also holds AETHWETH at $9.53 million, WETH at $869,66, and KNC at $442,67, alongside smaller allocations in MOODENG, WHITE, and EBULL—suggesting some degree of diversification within Ethereum-based assets.
His stablecoin exposure, including USDC at $87,120, indicates some level of liquidity management, though it remains a minor fraction of his total holdings alongside other tokens.
Ethereum’s bullish momentum: A rally in sight?
Buterin’s portfolio disclosure coincides with Ethereum’s bullish price action, with technical indicators signaling a potential rally to new all-time highs.
According to market analyst TedPillows, Ethereum has entered a short-term expansion phase following a period of accumulation and manipulation, setting the stage for a major breakout.
The momentum is also fueled by institutional accumulation, with Trump’s World Liberty Financial acquiring over $420 million in digital assets, including $210 million in Ethereum, as reported by Finbold.
With major players investing heavily in ETH, the market is watching closely to see whether Ethereum’s growing adoption will translate into sustained long-term gains.
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