Ethereum News Today: Ethereum ETFs Outpace Bitcoin with $10B AUM, 15-Day Inflow Streak as Institutional Demand Shifts

BlackRock’s Ethereum ETF (ETHA) has attracted greater inflows than its Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) in recent weeks, signaling a shift in institutional investor preferences within the crypto market. According to COINOTAG sources, Ethereum ETFs demonstrated steady growth despite Bitcoin’s market dominance, reflecting a diversification trend in institutional portfolios [1]. ETHA’s inflows surged past $10 billion in assets under management (AUM) within 251 days, the fastest growth among major crypto ETFs, driven by $5 billion in net inflows over 10 days in July 2025 [2]. Over 11 weeks, Ethereum ETFs accumulated $6.4 billion in total inflows, outpacing Bitcoin ETFs for six consecutive trading days [3].

The performance of ETHA placed it as the second-highest inflow ETF among US-listed funds, trailing only the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF [1]. This contrasts with Bitcoin ETF activity, which saw a $226 million inflow on July 24, 2025, reversing a brief outflow trend but remaining secondary to Ethereum’s momentum [5]. Analysts attribute the institutional shift to Ethereum’s expanding use cases, including treasury demand and regulatory clarity, which enhance its appeal as a hedge against market volatility [2].

Ethereum’s sustained inflow streak—now at 15 consecutive days—highlights its growing role in institutional portfolios [7]. July data showed Bitcoin’s market dominance dipped by over 5%, partly attributed to rising Ethereum investments [1]. Ethereum’s unique value proposition, such as its role in decentralized finance (DeFi) and non-fungible tokens (NFTs), further solidifies its attractiveness [1]. BlackRock’s ETHA, in particular, has capitalized on this trend, surpassing $10 billion in AUM as investor demand for ETH-based assets outperforms Bitcoin [6].

The shift underscores a structural change in asset allocation strategies, with Ethereum ETFs maintaining a 13-day inflow streak in July compared to Bitcoin’s intermittent flows [4]. Institutional investors are increasingly favoring Ethereum for its smart contract ecosystem and potential for altcoin season growth [1]. BlackRock’s Head of Digital Assets’ move to an Ethereum-focused treasury company further signals confidence in the platform’s long-term potential [1].

While Bitcoin remains a dominant force, Ethereum’s expanding market presence and ecosystem advantages position it as a compelling alternative for diversified crypto portfolios. The data highlights a pivotal moment for Ethereum as an institutional asset, with ETHA’s rapid scalability and sustained inflows reinforcing its significance in the evolving crypto landscape [8].

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[1] [Ethereum ETFs outperform Bitcoin as institutional interest ...] [https://cryptoslate.com/ethereum-etfs-soar-past-bitcoin-in-new-flows-as-institutional-focus-shifts/]

[2] [BlackRock's Ethereum ETF ETHA 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/]

[3] [Ethereum ETFs See $6.4B Inflows Over 11 Weeks as ...] [https://cryptonews.com/news/ethereum-etfs-see-6-4b-inflows-over-11-weeks-as-investor-optimism-surges/]

[4] [Ethereum ETFs Lead with 13-Day Inflow Streak Over Bitcoin] [https://alphanode.global/insights/ethereum-etfs-lead-july-24-2025/]

[5] [Institutions Inject $226M into Bitcoin ETFs, Reversing ...] [https://www.ainvest.com/news/bitcoin-news-today-institutions-inject-226m-bitcoin-etfs-reversing-day-outflow-trend-2507/]

[6] [BlackRock Ethereum ETF Grows Rapidly with $5B Inflows ...] [https://coincentral.com/blackrock-ethereum-etf-grows-rapidly-with-5b-inflows-in-10-days/]

[7] [Why Is Crypto Down Today? – July 25, 2025] [https://www.tradingview.com/news/cryptonews:b286ffcaa094b:0-why-is-crypto-down-today-july-25-2025/]

[8] [Ethereum (ETH) ETFs Pull In $8.7B in First Year, With ...] [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]