Ethereum News Today: BlackRock’s Ethereum ETF Surpasses $10B in Assets on Unprecedented Inflows, 34.4% Market Share

BlackRock’s Ethereum ETF (ETHA) has surged past $10 billion in assets under management, driven by unprecedented inflows and a strategic reallocation of capital toward Ethereum-based products. The fund, launched as the first U.S. spot Ethereum ETF, achieved this milestone in under a year, becoming the third-fastest ETF in history to reach $10 billion, according to Bloomberg analyst Eric Balchunas [1]. This rapid growth reflects a broader shift in investor sentiment, with ETHA capturing over 80% of weekly inflows in the Ethereum ETF category [2]. The fund’s success is underscored by a 13-day consecutive inflow streak, including a record $426.22 million net inflow on July 24 [3].

Ethereum’s spot trading volume has also outpaced Bitcoin’s for the first time in over a year, with ETH recording $25.7 billion compared to Bitcoin’s $24.4 billion in the week ending July 25 [4]. This marks a pivotal moment in crypto market dynamics, signaling a rotation of capital from Bitcoin into Ethereum and altcoins. The trend is supported by regulatory developments, including BlackRock’s recent filing to integrate staking features into ETHA, potentially enhancing its appeal by generating yield for investors [5]. The move aligns with Ethereum’s growing ecosystem in decentralized finance (DeFi) and tokenization, positioning the ETF as a key player in institutional-grade crypto assets.

The ETF’s dominance is further highlighted by its 34.4% market share among Ethereum ETFs [3]. Over the past week, ETHA secured $1.76 billion of the $2.18 billion total inflows in the sector, contrasting with Bitcoin ETFs, which experienced $85.96 million in net outflows on July 23 [1]. While Bitcoin ETFs hold $153.25 billion in assets, Ethereum ETFs have seen $296 million in single-day inflows, reflecting divergent institutional strategies. Fidelity’s FBTC, for example, recorded a $227.24 million outflow during the same period [1].

Ethereum’s price surged to $3,712.31 on July 24, a 3.22% increase from its July 23 close [2], as ETF-driven demand boosted its market capitalization. The asset now accounts for 1.97% of Ethereum’s total market cap via ETFs [3]. Meanwhile, Bitcoin’s price resilience—climbing above $66,000—suggests continued institutional interest, though ETFs face short-term volatility amid profit-taking cycles. Analysts caution that Bitcoin’s bull market may struggle to sustain momentum if inflows diverge from adoption metrics [5].

Regulatory clarity for altcoins and DeFi innovations underpin ETHA’s growth, but challenges remain. The SEC’s recent pause of a Bitwise ETF application introduces uncertainty, complicating long-term projections [1]. However, Ethereum’s ETF momentum highlights its role as a catalyst for crypto’s institutional adoption, with BlackRock’s staking initiative potentially broadening its appeal. As capital continues to flow into Ethereum-based products, the ETF’s performance underscores the maturation of the crypto asset class and the evolving interplay between Bitcoin and altcoins in institutional portfolios.

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[1] [Bitcoin News Today: U.S. Spot Bitcoin ETFs Record $67.94M Outflows](https://www.ainvest.com/news/bitcoin-news-today-spot-bitcoin-etfs-record-67-94m-outflows-day-bitb-arkb-lead-profit-macro-pressures-drive-exits-2507/)

[2] [Ethereum (ETH) Hits 3,700 USDT with 3.22% Rise](https://m.economictimes.com/crypto-news-today-live-24-jul-2025/liveblog/122865756.cms)

[3] [BlackRock iShares Ethereum ETF Hits $10 Billion in Record Time](https://www.coinbase.com/price/ethereum)

[4] [Arthur Hayes Believes Ethereum (ETH) Could Hit ...](https://www.instagram.com/p/DMeI5w1SOON/)

[5] [Mint Ventures: Is the BTC Bull Market Coming to an End?](https://news.futunn.com/en/post/59515722/mint-ventures-is-the-btc-bull-market-coming-to-an)