Bitcoin News Update: Galaxy Enhances Staking Platform as Institutions Turn to Bitcoin During Altcoin Market Volatility

Galaxy Digital Inc. (Nasdaq/TSX: GLXY) has broadened its institutional staking platform by integrating with Coinbase Prime, marking its fourth custodial alliance for 2025. This latest partnership follows previous agreements with Fireblocks, Zodia Custody, and BitGo, highlighting Galaxy's commitment to establishing itself as a top provider of robust and scalable solutions for institutional investors, as reported by

. This integration leverages GK8, Galaxy’s institutional-grade self-custody platform, designed to simplify staking access for major investors. As of September 30, 2025, Galaxy managed $443 million in staked assets, tapping into the rising interest in blockchain-based yield opportunities during a broader downturn in the crypto market, according to MarketScreener.

At the same time, Galaxy’s involvement in facilitating significant token transfers has come under the spotlight. Blockchain data shows that Jump Crypto, a prominent digital asset trading company, moved 1.1 million

(SOL) tokens—worth $205 million—over to . In return, Jump acquired about 2,455 (BTC), valued at $265 million, indicating a strategic shift from Solana to Bitcoin, according to . This exchange took place as Solana’s price dropped by 8% in a single day, wiping out its gains for the year and illustrating the vulnerability of alternative cryptocurrencies following disappointing spot ETF launches, CoinDesk noted. Experts believe Jump’s decision signals a wider movement among institutions toward Bitcoin’s relative stability, despite ongoing regulatory ambiguity.

Galaxy’s growing infrastructure supports its dual emphasis on digital assets and data center expansion. The company’s Helios campus in Texas, with 800 MW of capacity and an additional 2.7 GW under evaluation, positions Galaxy as a significant contributor to AI and high-performance computing power, according to MarketScreener. This approach to diversification comes as institutional appetite for crypto custody and staking continues to rise, with Galaxy noting a 20% increase in institutional client onboarding year-over-year. Nevertheless, the recent swings in Solana and other alternative coins highlight the ongoing difficulties of fostering innovation while maintaining market stability in an industry still facing regulatory and liquidity challenges, as CoinDesk emphasized.