Amidst the ongoing market crash, Barstool Sports Founder Dave Portnoy made a substantial investment of over $2 million into Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and XRP. This move comes as institutions like BlackRock and Strategy continue to buy major crypto assets despite the sell-off. New spot XRP ETFs have attracted significant institutional interest, while some retail traders are exiting positions amid bearish sentiment. 2025 saw a notable trend of whales accumulating digital currencies while others panicked-sell at market lows. 2025’s market downturn is characterized by both sell-offs and continued accumulation. This contrasts with the cautious approach of many retail investors. Portnoy, known for his aggressive trading style, believes this dip provides an opportunity to enter the market at a favorable price point.