Explosive crypto funds inflows hit $1.04b, pushing assets to record $188b

Crypto funds inflows surged for the 12th consecutive week, clocking a staggering $1.04 billion and pushing total assets under management (AuM) in digital asset funds to a historic high of $188 billion, according to CoinShares’ latest Monday report.

Experts believe this streak is a sign of growing investor confidence in crypto markets as digital assets continue their recovery and institutional products gain traction. Crypto funds inflows are increasingly seen as a critical indicator of institutional sentiment, and this week’s numbers reinforce that optimism.

U.S. leads the pack in crypto funds inflows

The United States remained the undisputed leader in the global crypto investment landscape, recording an overwhelming $1 billion in new crypto funds inflows. That figure dwarfs Germany’s $38.5 million and Switzerland’s $33.7 million, reaffirming the dominance of U.S. capital in the digital asset market.

“Investor appetite for U.S.-regulated Bitcoin ETFs continues to grow, especially with the clear regulatory framework and the performance of institutional vehicles like IBIT,” said James Butterfill, Head of Research at CoinShares.

While global sentiment appears bullish, not every region shares the enthusiasm. Canada and Brazil recorded net outflows of $29.3 million and $9.7 million, respectively. Analysts attribute this to regional economic pressures and shifting investor risk appetites.

“These outflows may not reflect a bearish stance on crypto, but rather a tactical rotation or short-term capital reallocation,” noted Katie Talati, Director of Research at Arca.

Bitcoin inflows slow down but remain strong

Bitcoin-related investment products attracted $790 million—lower than the $1.5 billion weekly average seen recently, but still a robust showing. This suggests a slight pullback in buying aggression as Bitcoin trades near its all-time highs.

On Thursday, Bitcoin ETFs recorded $5.3 billion in trading volume, the highest since May. BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) alone accounted for $4.1 billion, pushing its total assets under management to a massive $73.6 billion.

Since their debut in January 2024, U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs have attracted $14.5 billion in crypto funds inflows, now managing nearly $128 billion in total assets. Cumulative trading volumes have crossed the $1 trillion mark.

Ethereum maintains momentum

Ethereum remains red-hot, marking its 11th straight week of crypto funds inflows, with $226 million added in the latest period. Notably, Ethereum’s weekly inflows represent 1.6% of its assets under management—double the rate of Bitcoin’s 0.8%.

“Ethereum is carving out its narrative, especially with the upcoming ETF pipeline and evolving use cases in DeFi and NFTs,” said Meltem Demirors, Chief Strategy Officer at CoinShares.

Last week, Bloomberg ETF analysts Eric Balchunas and James Seyffart boosted their SEC approval odds for spot ETFs in Solana, XRP, and Litecoin to 95%, citing increased political pressure and institutional lobbying.

“There’s growing momentum in Washington and Wall Street alike for a broader suite of crypto ETFs. It’s not a matter of if—but when,” Balchunas said in a Friday interview with Bloomberg.

The analysts also foresee a possible approval of a multi-asset crypto index ETF as early as this week, which could open the floodgates for even more crypto funds inflows across alternative coins.

More than 70 crypto ETFs await SEC nod

As of April, over 70 cryptocurrency ETFs were pending review by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The pending applications include products for Dogecoin, Cardano, Solana, and even complex derivatives tied to crypto performance.

According to Seyffart, approval odds for Dogecoin and Cardano ETFs are as high as 90% by year-end, while Sui and Tron lag with 60% and 50% odds, respectively—largely due to regulatory concerns and unclear token classifications.

This record-setting 12-week streak in crypto funds inflows underscores the intensifying demand for regulated digital asset exposure, especially in the form of ETFs. With nearly $18 billion pouring into the space over the last three months, institutional and retail interest is far from cooling.

As ETF approvals broaden, Ethereum gathers pace, and U.S. inflows remain dominant, the crypto fund landscape is poised for continued expansion, solidifying the role of regulated investment vehicles in mainstream adoption.