Ethereum News Today: BlackRock’s Ethereum ETF Surpasses Bitcoin ETF in Weekly Inflows as 14-Day Streak Drives $6.4B in Institutional Inflows

BlackRock’s Ethereum ETF (ETHA) has surpassed its Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) in weekly inflows, signaling a notable shift in institutional investor preferences. As of July 25, 2025, ETHA reported a 14-day consecutive inflow streak, outpacing Bitcoin ETFs that saw a brief rebound on July 24 but failed to replicate Ethereum’s sustained momentum [2]. The Ethereum ETF’s inflows have totaled $6.4 billion over 11 weeks, driven by institutional demand for diversified crypto exposure [6]. This trend aligns with Ethereum’s growing appeal as a foundational asset for decentralized finance (DeFi) and smart contracts, which analysts highlight as key differentiators from Bitcoin’s primary role as a store of value [4].

ETHA’s rapid growth is underscored by a 10-day surge in assets under management (AUM), reaching $10 billion as of July 25—double its $5 billion level recorded in early July [4]. The fund’s performance has positioned it as the second-largest inflow ETF in the U.S., trailing only the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF [1]. This trajectory reflects broader market dynamics, with Ethereum ETFs attracting $4.4 billion in July alone—exceeding inflows from the previous 12 months combined [1]. Meanwhile, Bitcoin ETFs, including IBIT, faced three consecutive days of outflows before a modest $226 million institutional inflow on July 24, yet Ethereum’s 13-day inflow streak as of July 11 remains unmatched [2].

The shift in capital allocation highlights Ethereum’s unique value proposition. Institutional investors are increasingly prioritizing Ethereum-based products due to its smart contract functionality and expanding DeFi ecosystem, which contrast with Bitcoin’s more limited use cases [4]. This preference is further reinforced by Ethereum’s network upgrades and treasury dynamics, which analysts argue enhance its long-term viability as an institutional-grade asset [4]. The growing inflow trend also coincides with a 5% dip in Bitcoin’s market dominance this year, as investors balance exposure between established and emerging crypto segments [1].

BlackRock’s strategic focus on Ethereum is evident in its leadership’s moves, including the departure of its Head of Digital Assets to an Ethereum-focused treasury firm—a decision analysts interpret as a sign of confidence in Ethereum’s future [1]. While Bitcoin retains its dominance in market capitalization, the sustained institutional interest in Ethereum ETFs suggests a recalibration of risk preferences, favoring assets with multifaceted utility. The 14-day inflow streak for Ethereum ETFs as of July 24 underscores this shift, with analysts noting the fund’s role in accelerating Ethereum’s adoption within institutional portfolios [7].

Source: [1] [Ethereum ETFs Attract USD8.7M in First Year Inflows] (https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2025/07/24/ethereum-etfs-attract-usd8-7m-in-first-year-inflows-as-blackrock-s-etha-fund-hits-usd10b-aum) [2] [Ethereum ETFs Soar Past Bitcoin in New Flows] (https://cryptoslate.com/ethereum-etfs-soar-past-bitcoin-in-new-flows-as-institutional-focus-shifts/) [4] [BlackRock Ethereum ETF Hits $10B in 251 Days] (https://www.ainvest.com/news/ethereum-news-today-blackrock-ethereum-etf-etha-hits-10b-251-days-fastest-strong-inflows-2507/) [6] [Ethereum ETFs See $6.4B Inflows Over 11 Weeks] (https://cryptonews.com/news/ethereum-etfs-see-6-4b-inflows-over-11-weeks-as-investor-optimism-surges/) [7] [Ethereum ETFs Lead with 13-Day Inflow Streak] (https://alphanode.global/insights/ethereum-etfs-lead-july-24-2025/)