Bitcoin News Today: Ether ETFs secure 15th straight inflow day $231M boost pushes AUM past $20B outpacing Bitcoin

Ether-based exchange-traded funds (ETFs) extended their dominance in July 2025, securing a 15th consecutive day of inflows, with $231 million added on a single day, pushing total assets under management (AUM) past $20 billion [1]. This surge underscores Ethereum’s growing institutional and retail appeal, outpacing Bitcoin ETFs, which recently ended a three-day losing streak with $227 million in inflows. The inflows reflect a market shift toward Ethereum’s utility-driven narrative, driven by regulatory clarity, product innovation, and network upgrades [1].

Bitcoin ETFs, while showing signs of recovery, remain secondary to Ether’s momentum. The inflows were spread across six funds, with Fidelity’s FBTC leading at $106.58 million, followed by Vaneck’s HODL at $46.36 million and BlackRock’s IBIT at $32.49 million. Bitwise’s BITB added $29.83 million, while Grayscale’s Bitcoin Mini Trust and Franklin’s EZBC contributed $7.91 million and $3.45 million, respectively. Notably, no outflows were recorded, signaling a potential reversal in sentiment toward Bitcoin [1].

Ether ETFs, however, continued to attract capital with Fidelity’s FETH driving the rally with a $210.06 million inflow. Grayscale’s Ether Mini Trust added $25.43 million, Bitwise’s ETHW contributed $11.53 million, and Franklin’s EZET added $2.84 million. Despite a $18.54 million outflow from Grayscale’s ETHE, net inflows remained positive. Total trading volume for Ether ETFs reached $2.13 billion, with AUM now at $20.70 billion, representing 4.59% of ETH’s market cap [1].

The performance of Ether ETFs highlights Ethereum’s strategic advantages, including its role as a smart contract platform and upcoming consensus layer upgrades. Analysts note that these technical improvements, combined with regulatory approvals for Ethereum-based products, have reduced legal uncertainties and attracted institutional capital [1]. BlackRock’s ETHA ETF, a flagship product in the space, reported a 10.5% surge in assets, reaching $10.5 billion in AUM, making it the fastest-growing crypto ETF in recent months [2].

The interplay between Bitcoin and Ether ETFs reflects broader macroeconomic trends. While Bitcoin ETFs have historically dominated due to the cryptocurrency’s market capitalization, the recent inflow disparity suggests a reallocation of capital toward altcoins with stronger institutional backing [3]. This trend aligns with speculation that Ethereum’s upgrades could enhance scalability and transaction efficiency, potentially outpacing Bitcoin’s growth in specific use cases [3].

Market observers emphasize that Ethereum ETFs have surpassed $20 billion in AUM, a milestone that signals a maturation of the crypto asset management sector. Regulatory developments, including the U.S. SEC’s approval of Ethereum-based products, have further catalyzed this growth. The absence of major outflows for Ether ETFs also points to a structural shift in investor risk appetite, with a preference for assets combining speculative potential and technological advancements [1].

Bitcoin ETFs, while benefiting from brand recognition, face challenges in differentiation beyond their "digital gold" narrative. This has led to a bifurcation in the crypto ETF market, with Ethereum attracting capital linked to active trading and application development, while Bitcoin retains its appeal as a hedge against macroeconomic volatility [3]. The market’s ability to sustain dual-track momentum will depend on regulatory stability, network upgrades, and the evolution of use cases for both cryptocurrencies.

Sources:

[1] [Bitcoin.com, "Bitcoin ETFs Bounce Back as Ether ETFs Keep Winning With $231 Million Inflow"](https://news.bitcoin.com/bitcoin-etfs-bounce-back-as-ether-etfs-keep-winning-with-231-million-inflow/)

[2] [AInvest, "Bitcoin News Today: BlackRock's ETHA ETF Surges to $10.5 Billion AUM"](https://www.ainvest.com/news/bitcoin-news-today-blackrock-etha-etf-surges-10-5-billion-aum-fastest-2507/)

[3] [Bitcoin.com, "Los ETFs de Bitcoin se recuperan mientras los ETFs de Ether siguen ganando"](https://news.bitcoin.com/es/los-etfs-de-bitcoin-se-recuperan-mientras-los-etfs-de-ether-siguen-ganando-con-una-entrada-de-231-millones/)