Ethereum News Today: US Ether ETFs Hit $3.6B Assets as Institutional Demand, Regulatory Advances Boost 60% Price Surge

The U.S. ether (ETH) ETF landscape, now one year since its launch, is gaining momentum as institutional demand and regulatory developments drive a surge in assets under management. Despite initial challenges in attracting consistent inflows compared to bitcoin ETFs, ETH-focused funds have drawn $3.6 billion in net capital from July 1 to July 22, according to Farside Investors. This marks a pivotal shift, with the segment recording $2.1 billion in inflows last week—nearly double its previous record of $1.2 billion. The past 13 weeks of inflows represent 23% of the ETH products’ total assets, highlighting a growing appetite for Ethereum exposure [1].

Institutional adoption has emerged as a key catalyst. Corporate treasuries added over 600,000 ETH to their balance sheets in July alone, per Blockworks Research. Companies like SharpLink Gaming, which revealed a 29% increase in its ether holdings to 360,807 ETH by July 20, and BitMine, which holds approximately $1 billion in ether, exemplify this trend. Globe 3 Capital CIO Matt Lason emphasized Ethereum’s combination of scarcity, deflation, and yield as a strategic advantage for treasuries, while Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan noted that ETPs and public companies have collectively acquired 2.83 million ETH (worth ~$10 billion) since mid-May—a 32x increase relative to ETH’s supply growth during that period. These purchases have contributed to Ethereum’s 60% price surge over the past month [1].

Regulatory progress further bolsters the ETFs’ credibility. BlackRock recently joined other asset managers in filing with the SEC to enable staking for a portion of ether ETF holdings, a move that could enhance yield generation for investors. SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce has urged patience in approving modifications like staking and in-kind creations, but observers anticipate imminent approvals. This regulatory clarity, coupled with Ethereum’s role as the second-largest cryptocurrency by market cap, positions ETH ETFs as a liquid, transparent vehicle for crypto exposure. Hougan noted that ETH ETPs currently hold just 12% of the assets of BTC products, despite Ethereum’s market cap being 20% of bitcoin’s, suggesting potential for further growth [1].

Market dynamics also favor ETH ETFs. Increased volatility in traditional markets, as seen in CME Group’s Q2 2025 earnings report, underscores demand for diversified tools. While not directly tied to crypto, this trend highlights how investors seek alternatives to hedge macroeconomic risks—a role ether ETFs are increasingly filling. Analysts anticipate that rising interest in stablecoins and tokenization, primarily built on Ethereum, could drive billions in inflows over the next few months.

The ETF landscape remains dynamic. The SEC’s recent approval of Bitwise’s crypto index fund proposal, followed by a stay, signals cautious regulatory pacing. Meanwhile, 21Shares filed for an Ondo ETF, reflecting ongoing innovation in tokenization. As the ecosystem evolves, ETH ETFs must navigate regulatory shifts and maintain liquidity to sustain growth. For now, their performance underscores Ethereum’s maturation as a mainstream asset class.

Source: [1] [Now 1 year old, US ether ETFs hit their stride](https://blockworks.co/news/year-old-us-ether-etfs)