Henley & Partners released its Crypto Wealth Report 2026 on September 8, 2026. The data indicates that 290 individuals globally hold over $100 million in digital assets, while 23 people qualify as crypto billionaires. Among these billionaires, 9 hold Bitcoin as their sole digital asset.
The report identifies 135,694 crypto millionaires worldwide, with 92,272 of them primarily holding Bitcoin. Globally, an estimated 742 million people own some form of cryptocurrency, including 371 million Bitcoin holders. The total crypto market capitalization is $2.6 trillion, with Bitcoin accounting for $1.6 trillion or 60% of that value.
Bitcoin is currently trading approximately 38% below its peak from October 2025. The report utilizes a new on-chain methodology for calculations, noting that these figures cannot be directly compared to previous years. The data reflects a snapshot taken on August 31, 2026.
Singapore leads the Henley Crypto Adoption Index for the fourth consecutive year, followed by the UAE, Hong Kong, the US, and Switzerland. These rankings are based on regulatory frameworks and tax environments that attract high-net-worth individuals seeking investment migration.
