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CryptoMediumUpdated×3•Originally published 17 February 2026•Updated 18 February 2026•

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13F Filings: Abu Dhabi Wealth Funds' Bitcoin ETF Holdings Top $1B

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Abu Dhabi's sovereign wealth funds have seen their Bitcoin ETF holdings surpass the $1 billion mark, according to fourth-quarter Form 13F filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The updated data reveals that Mubadala Investment Company expanded its position in BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) to 12.7 million shares, valued at approximately $630.7 million as of December 31. Alongside Al Warda Investments, these funds are utilizing a "buy the dip" strategy to optimize their entry points during periods of market volatility. This institutional commitment highlights Abu Dhabi’s strategic focus on digital assets as a core component of its long-term sovereign portfolio diversification. Despite recent market-wide selling pressure, the steady accumulation by these funds serves as a significant vote of confidence in the crypto ecosystem. Analysts suggest that such substantial capital retention provides a crucial buffer for Bitcoin's institutional stability amid broader market uncertainty.

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Version 34 months ago

What changed: Identified the official regulatory source (SEC 13F filings) and provided the specific dollar valuation of Mubadala's position as of the end of the quarter.

Version 24 months ago

What changed: Added context regarding current market conditions, noting that Abu Dhabi's milestone was maintained despite recent net outflows from the broader Bitcoin ETF market.

Version 14 months ago

What changed: Added specific quantitative data on Mubadala's 12.7 million share holding in the IBIT ETF and confirmed the tactical 'buy the dip' strategy.