
Harvard University's endowment maintained a $101 million stake in BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) with about 3 million shares as of Q2 2026. After initially investing in 2025 and peaking at over $442 million, Harvard reduced its holdings but stabilized its position in Q2, showing a steady commitment to Bitcoin exposure through a regulated ETF. This move highlights Harvard's cautious yet durable approach to digital assets, focusing solely on Bitcoin ETFs rather than other cryptocurrencies or tokens. Harvard remains one of the largest university holders of a spot Bitcoin ETF, reflecting growing institutional acceptance of regulated crypto investments.