Ethereum News Today: Crypto ETP Inflows Jump 57% to $1.57B as 401(k) Approval Drives ETH Record $8.2B YTD

Investor interest in crypto ETPs surged to $1.57 billion in the final stretch of the week, driven by the U.S. government’s announcement that digital assets would now be permitted in 401(k) retirement accounts. This regulatory development reversed a mid-week trend marked by $1 billion in outflows, which analysts linked to concerns over weak U.S. payroll data and broader macroeconomic fears [1]. CoinShares reported that the inflows were concentrated in the latter half of the week, with total digital asset investment products pulling in $572 million amid a broader seasonal slowdown [1].

Among the top performers, Ethereum-based products led the charge, attracting $268 million in inflows for the week, pushing its year-to-date total to a record $8.2 billion. Ethereum’s assets under management (AUM) also hit a new high of $32.6 billion, an 82% increase in 2025 [1]. iShares ETFs USA emerged as the largest beneficiary, adding $294 million for the week and $26.86 billion YTD. Grayscale Investments and Bitwise Funds Trust also recorded inflows, although Grayscale continued to face YTD outflows [1].

Bitcoin, after two consecutive weeks of losses, returned to the inflow column with $260 million in new capital. Short Bitcoin products, however, saw $4 million in outflows, indicating a shift in bearish sentiment [1]. ProShares ETFs USA reported $35 million in weekly inflows, while CoinShares XBT Provider AB continued to face outflows, extending its year-to-date withdrawals to $414 million [1].

The broader altcoin segment also saw targeted gains, with Solana, XRP, and Near attracting $21.8 million, $18.4 million, and $10.1 million respectively. These inflows highlight ongoing interest in layer-1 networks and cross-border payment solutions, even amid a subdued overall market [1].

Geographically, the U.S. remained the dominant market, with $608 million in inflows, followed by Canada with $16.5 million. Europe, however, remained cautious, with Germany, Sweden, and Switzerland collectively posting outflows of $54.3 million [1]. The U.S. approval of 401(k) access could serve as a structural driver for future inflows, particularly if traditional asset managers expand their crypto offerings, according to CoinShares’ Head of Research, James Butterfill [1].

Source: [1] Crypto ETP Inflows Rebound to $1.57B on 401(k) Approval (https://cryptonews.com/news/crypto-etp-inflows-rebound-to-1-57b-on-401k-approval-eth-hits-record-8-2b-ytd-coinshares/)