Bitcoin Spot ETFs Surpass $50 Billion in Inflows as Institutional Adoption Accelerates
U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs have officially surpassed $50 billion in net inflows, a landmark achievement that reflects growing institutional confidence in Bitcoin as a mainstream asset class. Just 18 months after the launch of these ETFs in January 2024, investors have poured tens of billions into these products, with BlackRock and Fidelity leading the charge.
BlackRock and Fidelity Dominate the ETF Landscape
According to data from Farside Investors, BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) is at the forefront of this trend, recording $53 billion in net inflows. Close behind is the Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund (FBTC), with $12.29 billion in inflows.
While most funds have seen strong investor interest, Grayscale’s Bitcoin Trust ETF (GBTC) has experienced a stark contrast, registering a net outflow of $23.34 billion, likely due to fee concerns and profit-taking after the fund’s conversion from a trust structure.
Despite that, IBIT remains the most dominant ETF in the space, becoming the first fund to surpass 700,000 BTC in holdings, which accounts for more than 55% of all Bitcoin held across U.S. spot ETFs.
In a sign of the fund’s success, BlackRock’s IBIT has reportedly overtaken the firm’s flagship S&P 500 ETF (IVV) in terms of annual revenue generation.
Bitcoin Demand Surges Among Corporates
Institutional interest isn’t limited to ETFs. Corporate Bitcoin treasuries are also on the rise.
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Metaplanet, a Tokyo-listed firm, announced on Monday the acquisition of $237 million worth of BTC, bringing its total holdings to over 15,500 BTC, making it the fifth-largest public Bitcoin holder.
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The Blockchain Group (France) and Smarter Web Company (UK) also expanded their BTC reserves, acquiring $12.5 million and $24.3 million worth of Bitcoin, respectively.
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Remixpoint, a Japanese company traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, revealed it has raised $215 million to accumulate an additional 3,000 BTC.
This growing trend highlights Bitcoin’s rising status as a strategic treasury asset, especially among companies seeking inflation hedges or digital-native capital reserves.
Bitcoin and Ethereum Price Rally Continues
On Wednesday, Bitcoin (BTC) reached a new all-time high of $112,000, reflecting strong momentum driven by institutional inflows and macroeconomic optimism. The rally triggered nearly $200 million in short liquidations, further fueling the upward price movement.
Meanwhile, Ethereum (ETH) is also gaining steam. The asset surged 6.6% in the past 24 hours, currently trading at $2,778, according to CoinGecko. Analysts expect Ethereum to cross the $3,000 threshold soon, citing a bullish market structure and improving sentiment around altcoins.
With ETF inflows soaring and corporate adoption accelerating, Bitcoin’s institutional narrative continues to strengthen. If current trends persist, both BTC and ETH could be heading into a new era of mainstream financial integration.
