Bitcoin News Today: Institutional Confidence Drives Record $4.5B Crypto ETF Inflows

Bitcoin and Ether Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) experienced a record week of inflows, collectively amassing $4.5 billion in net assets as of October 3, 2025, according to aggregated data from multiple sourcesBitcoin Price Nears All-Time High with $985M ETF Inflows^[1]Bitcoin ETFs Fuel Record Inflows, Propelling Market Towards New …^[2]Bitcoin ETFs Just Pulled $2.25B in 4 Days - Yahoo …^[3]. U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs alone recorded $3.24 billion in inflows during the week, marking the second-highest weekly inflow since their launch in January 2024Bitcoin ETFs Fuel Record Inflows, Propelling Market Towards New …^[2]. Ethereum ETFs added $1.06 billion in the same period, despite a decline in daily inflows compared to prior weeksBitcoin ETFs Just Pulled $2.25B in 4 Days - Yahoo …^[3]. The combined inflows underscore growing institutional demand and validate cryptocurrencies as mainstream financial assets.

BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) dominated the Bitcoin ETF market, capturing $791.55 million in inflows on October 3 aloneBitcoin Price Nears All-Time High with $985M ETF Inflows^[1]. This performance pushed IBIT's total assets under management (AUM) to $90.7 billion, securing its position among the top 20 U.S. ETFs by assetsBlackRock’s IBIT Enters Top 20 ETFs by Assets^[4]. Fidelity's FBTC and Ark 21Shares' ARKB followed with $69.58 million and $35.48 million in inflows, respectivelyBitcoin Price Nears All-Time High with $985M ETF Inflows^[1]. For Ethereum, BlackRock's ETHA led with $206.71 million in inflows, reflecting continued institutional confidence in the altcoin despite Bitcoin's dominanceBitcoin Price Nears All-Time High with $985M ETF Inflows^[1].

The surge in ETF activity coincided with Bitcoin's price nearing an all-time high of $122,777, with its market capitalization reaching $2.448 trillionBitcoin Price Nears All-Time High with $985M ETF Inflows^[1]. Ethereum's price climbed to $4,502.39, supported by a market cap of $544.369 billionBitcoin Price Nears All-Time High with $985M ETF Inflows^[1]. Analysts attribute the price appreciation to ETF-driven liquidity and the influx of institutional capital. Bitcoin ETFs now account for 6.74% of the cryptocurrency's total market cap, while Ethereum ETFs represent 5.58% of ETH's market capBitcoin Price Nears All-Time High with $985M ETF Inflows^[1].

The ETF inflows highlight broader market trends, including the institutionalization of cryptocurrencies and their integration into diversified portfolios. BlackRock's IBIT surpassed $90 billion in AUM, a milestone achieved in less than two years-far outpacing the growth trajectory of traditional assets like gold ETFsBlackRock’s IBIT Enters Top 20 ETFs by Assets^[4]. Meanwhile, Ethereum's ETF performance, though trailing Bitcoin's, demonstrated resilience, with staking-enabled products and DeFi applications enhancing its appeal to institutional investors.

Regulatory developments and macroeconomic factors further bolstered ETF adoption. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's streamlined approval process for crypto ETFs and the anticipated launch of altcoin ETFs, such as Solana and XRP products, created a favorable environment for inflowsBitcoin ETFs Fuel Record Inflows, Propelling Market Towards New …^[2]. Additionally, the ongoing U.S. government shutdown heightened safe-haven demand for Bitcoin, with analysts noting its inverse correlation to the U.S. dollar indexBlackRock’s IBIT Enters Top 20 ETFs by Assets^[4].

Looking ahead, the record inflows suggest sustained momentum for Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, with forecasts projecting further price gains if current trends persist. Bloomberg analysts estimate a 95% approval probability for Solana and XRP ETFs in 2025Bitcoin ETFs Just Pulled $2.25B in 4 Days - Yahoo …^[3], while institutional adoption is expected to drive broader crypto market expansion. However, challenges remain, including regulatory uncertainty and volatility risks, which could influence short-term market dynamicsBitcoin ETFs Fuel Record Inflows, Propelling Market Towards New …^[2].