Australian Retirement Funds Miss Out on 2025 Crypto Surge

Australian retirement funds, particularly major industry and retail superannuation entities, largely ignored the 2025 cryptocurrency boom, unlike self-managed superannuation funds (SMSFs) which significantly increased their crypto holdings. This absence of large funds suggests missed gains amid a rising cryptocurrency demand in Australia. SMSFs appear to be driving investment trends, capitalizing on the surge in crypto assets while larger institutional funds held back. Leading players like OKX and Coinbase are playing a major role in this trend, fueling SMSF interest in crypto through their offerings and growing waitlists for upcoming products.