Ethereum News Today: BlackRock's ETHA Surpasses $10B in 251 Days, Driven by Ethereum Price Rise and Strong Inflows

BlackRock’s iShares Ethereum Trust (ETHA) has achieved a historic milestone by amassing $10 billion in assets under management in just 251 days, making it the third-fastest ETF to reach this threshold in the 32-year history of exchange-traded funds [1]. Launched in early 2024, ETHA surpassed $10 billion by doubling its assets from $5 billion to $10 billion within a 10-day period in July 2025, driven by robust inflows and a concurrent rise in Ethereum (ETH) prices [2]. This growth rate outpaces traditional financial products and places ETHA ahead of major institutions like JPMorgan in speed, though it trails behind two Bitcoin ETFs—BlackRock’s IBIT and Fidelity’s FBTC—which reached the same mark in 34 and 53 days, respectively [3].

The surge reflects a shift in institutional and retail investor sentiment toward Ethereum. ETHA’s rapid expansion coincided with Ethereum’s outperformance against Bitcoin in July 2025, signaling growing confidence in the second-largest cryptocurrency [4]. Analysts attribute the fund’s success to BlackRock’s market credibility and Ethereum’s structural advantages, including post-merge upgrades that enhanced scalability and energy efficiency [5]. Eric Balchunas, a senior ETF analyst at Bloomberg, noted that ETHA’s $5 billion inflow in 10 days was fueled by both rising Ethereum prices and strong fund flows [6].

The momentum underscores Ethereum’s evolving role in finance, particularly in decentralized finance (DeFi) and smart contract ecosystems, which differentiate it from Bitcoin’s store-of-value narrative [6]. Regulatory developments in the U.S., including the GENIUS Act signed by President Donald Trump, have also contributed to the favorable environment, offering clarity for stablecoins and Ethereum-based applications [7]. Farside Investors reported that nine U.S.-listed Ethereum ETFs generated over $1.1 billion in inflows within three days in July 2025, further highlighting institutional appetite [7].

Despite ETHA’s success, Ethereum ETFs still lag behind their Bitcoin counterparts. BlackRock’s IBIT alone manages over $70 billion, while all 12 Bitcoin-related ETFs combined hold more than $140 billion [1]. However, experts like Sumit Roy of ETF.com argue that recent innovations in stablecoins and Ethereum Treasury products have reignited interest. “The mania over stablecoins and Ethereum Treasury companies gave the asset a shot in the arm,” Roy said, adding that ETHA’s growth could signal a turning point for Ethereum’s price trajectory [8].

The ETF’s performance also aligns with Ethereum’s on-chain activity. ETH prices briefly approached $3,850 in July 2025—the highest since December 2024—before retreating to around $3,710 [1]. A 4% price surge on July 24, 2025, coincided with ETHA’s inflows, reflecting renewed optimism about Ethereum’s long-term utility [7]. Analysts caution, however, that macroeconomic factors and regulatory shifts could temper this momentum [8].

ETHA’s rapid rise redefines expectations for crypto ETF adoption. By surpassing $10 billion in under nine months, it validates Ethereum as a viable asset class for institutional portfolios and pressures other asset managers to innovate in the crypto space [6]. The fund’s success highlights the accelerating integration of crypto into traditional finance, with Ethereum’s role in DeFi and tokenized treasuries likely to drive further growth.

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[1] [BlackRock's Ethereum ETF Rockets to $10B in 10 Days](https://www.tradingview.com/news/cryptonews:7b3ffebfa094b:0-blackrock-s-ethereum-etf-rockets-to-10b-in-10-days-third-fastest-ever/)

[2] [BlackRock Ethereum ETF surpasses $10 billion in total ...](https://bloomingbit.io/en/feed/news/93531)

[3] [BlackRock's ETH ETF becomes third-fastest ETF to hit $10B](https://www.mitrade.com/insights/news/live-news/article-3-985237-20250725)

[4] [BlackRock Ethereum ETF Grows Rapidly with $5B Inflows ...](https://coincentral.com/blackrock-ethereum-etf-grows-rapidly-with-5b-inflows-in-10-days/)

[5] [BlackRock's Ethereum ETF Roars to $10B, A Crypto First](https://www.tipranks.com/news/blackrocks-ethereum-etf-roars-to-10b-a-crypto-first)

[6] [BlackRock's ETH ETF Hits $10 Billion](https://www.bankless.com/read/blackrocks-etha-hits-10-billion)

[7] [Ether Surges 4% as ETH Treasury Firm BitMine Steps Up ...](https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2025/07/24/ether-surges-4-as-eth-treasury-firm-bitmine-steps-up-bid-to-acquire-5-of-supply)

[8] [Ethereum Price Forecast: BitMine holdings cross 560K ...](https://www.fxstreet.com/cryptocurrencies/news/ethereum-price-forecast-bitmine-holdings-cross-560k-eth-as-etha-hit-10-billion-inflows-on-1st-anniversary-202507250220)