# Title: Global Surge in Bitcoin ATMs Installation in 2024
## Introduction:
The year 2024 witnessed remarkable developments for cryptocurrencies worldwide, with digital assets reaching new all-time highs, U.S. regulators approving spot Bitcoin and Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and the rise of a blockchain-friendly administration and legislature in the United States. Among these significant events, the installation of over 2,000 new Bitcoin ATMs globally marked a 6.02% year-over-year increase, as per Finbold research.
## Global Bitcoin ATM Expansion in 2024:
### United States Dominance:
– The United States continued to lead the way in Bitcoin ATM installations, claiming an impressive 81.27% market share out of a total of 38,768 machines worldwide.
– At the beginning of 2025, the U.S. had 31,505 machines, reflecting a 3.6% increase compared to the previous year.
### Europe’s Growing Market Share:
– Despite Europe’s smaller market share, the region demonstrated consistent growth in Bitcoin ATM installations throughout the year.
– In 2024 alone, Europe added 116 new ATMs, marking a 7.5% yearly increase and boosting its global market share from 4.23% to 4.29%.
### Trends Analysis:
– While the total number of Bitcoin ATMs in 2025 did not reach the peak recorded in December 2022, the growth in installations signified a resurgence in interest following a decline in July 2023.
– The data highlighted a correlation between the cryptocurrency market’s bullish cycle and the demand for digital assets infrastructure, as evidenced by the installation trends.
## Bitcoin ATM Growth Trends:
### Seasonal Installation Patterns:
– Despite the record-setting gains in the cryptocurrency market, most Bitcoin ATM installations occurred in the first and second quarters of 2024.
– By late April, there were 1,942 new Bitcoin ATMs globally, showcasing a surge in installations during the initial months of the year.
### Slowing Growth:
– The installation rate of Bitcoin ATMs notably slowed down after April, with an average of 485 machines installed monthly between January and April, compared to a mere 34 installations monthly from May to December.
## Conclusion:
The installation of over 2,000 new Bitcoin ATMs globally in 2024 reflected the growing interest and adoption of cryptocurrencies worldwide. The dominance of the United States, coupled with Europe’s consistent market share growth, exemplified the evolving landscape of digital assets infrastructure. As the cryptocurrency market continues to expand, the role of Bitcoin ATMs in facilitating access to digital assets remains a key aspect of the industry’s development and accessibility.
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