Sharplink reports 46% institutional ownership, hires research head

Sharplink Inc. (NASDAQ: SBET) reported that institutional ownership of its common stock reached 46% as of December 31, 2025, according to Form 13F filings. The company added approximately 60 new institutional investors during the fourth quarter.

As of February 15, 2026, Sharplink held 867,798 ETH valued at approximately $1.72 billion. The holdings comprise 587,232 native ETH, 225,429 ETH as-if redeemed from LsETH and 55,137 ETH as-if redeemed from WeETH. Since June 2025, the company generated 13,615 ETH in staking rewards.

"This record level of institutional ownership confirms that sophisticated investors want disciplined execution and institutional-grade risk management," said Joseph Chalom, CEO of Sharplink. The company stakes nearly 100% of its ETH holdings.

Sharplink announced a brand refresh including a redesigned website and new tagline "Ethereum with an Edge." The company also appointed Steven Ehrlich as Head of Research and Communications. Ehrlich previously served as Senior Editor and Director of Research, Digital Assets at Forbes and most recently as Executive Editor of Unchained.

The Miami-based company operates as an Ethereum treasury platform and runs an online affiliate marketing business. Information is based on a company press release.

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