Institutional demand for crypto is back on an upswing, as BlackRock poured $589.16 million into its Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs over four trading sessions this week. The iShares Bitcoin Trust absorbed $474.50 million of that total, including a single-day inflow of $269.34 million on Thursday — the largest since March 4, 2026. That surge marks a 2,794% jump from the prior week’s $16.38 million in inflows and signals renewed conviction in Bitcoin through regulated vehicles.
The momentum extended to Ethereum. After three consecutive weeks of outflows totaling $418.69 million, the iShares Ethereum Trust reversed course with $114.66 million in fresh capital. Its $90.94 million daily inflow on Thursday was the strongest since January 15, 2026. The fund now holds $6.75 billion in assets, representing 2.53% of Ethereum’s circulating supply.
BlackRock’s combined crypto ETF assets have reached $63.55 billion, cementing its position as the largest issuer of spot crypto ETFs. Earlier in 2026, the firm acquired nearly 15,000 BTC during a market downturn, reinforcing its strategy of deploying capital even amid price volatility. The latest inflows reflect sustained institutional appetite for digital assets through regulated investment channels.
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