Ethereum News Today: Ethereum and Solana lead $1.9B crypto inflows as Bitcoin faces outflows for second week

Digital asset investment products recorded $1.9 billion in net inflows for the week ending July 26, driven by Ethereum (ETH) and Solana (SOL), while Bitcoin (BTC) experienced outflows for the second consecutive week. This marks the 15th straight week of gains for crypto funds, with July’s cumulative inflows reaching $11.2 billion—the highest monthly total in history [1]. The trend highlights a significant shift in investor sentiment, with capital rotating away from Bitcoin toward altcoins.

Ethereum led the charge, attracting $1.59 billion in inflows, the second-largest weekly amount in its history. This boosts ETH’s year-to-date inflows to $7.79 billion, already surpassing its 2024 total. The surge reflects growing institutional and retail demand, particularly for U.S.-listed Ethereum ETFs, which have seen sustained inflows for three weeks. ETH’s market dominance has climbed to 12%, the highest level in five years, as Bitcoin’s share of the market waned [1]. The cryptocurrency briefly touched $3,900 and traded near $3,890, up approximately 1.9% in the last 24 hours.

Bitcoin, in contrast, recorded $175 million in outflows, its first notable decline in weeks. Despite trading at $118,664—a 0.41% rise on the day—it remained below its all-time high. The outflows underscore a broader rotation into altcoins, with Solana (SOL) and XRP (XRP) drawing $311 million and $189 million, respectively. Smaller gains were noted for SUI (SUI) at $8 million, while traditional coins like Litecoin (LTC) and Bitcoin Cash (BCH) saw minor outflows.

Regional inflows were uneven. The U.S. contributed $2 billion, the largest share, while Germany added $70 million. Canada, Brazil, and China Hong Kong reported net outflows, reflecting disparities in global adoption and regulatory environments [1]. Analysts attribute the inflows to renewed confidence in Ethereum’s post-merge roadmap and the approval of spot ETFs, which have drawn billions into ETH-related products. U.S.-listed Ethereum ETFs’ outperformance over Bitcoin funds has intensified speculation about an impending "altseason," where altcoins may outpace BTC in momentum [2].

Ethereum’s price rally has also attracted large-scale institutional activity. For instance, Sharplink recently purchased 77,200 ETH, reinforcing ETH’s status as a preferred investment vehicle [3]. Meanwhile, Solana’s ecosystem benefits from speculative demand, driven by its high-throughput blockchain and expanding decentralized applications.

The $1.9 billion inflow highlights a fragmented market, with capital concentrated in top-tier altcoins rather than a broad-based rally. This contrasts with past "altseason" scenarios, where a wider range of tokens typically gained traction. Current inflows suggest investors prioritize assets with strong utility, adoption, and regulatory clarity, particularly following the SEC’s recent ETF decisions [4].

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[1] [BTC Slips as ETH, SOL Drive $1.9 Billion Crypto Funds Inflows](https://crypto.news/btc-slips-as-eth-sol-drive-1-9-billion-crypto-funds-inflows/)

[2] [Ethereum ETFs Massively Outpace Bitcoin Funds—Why](https://decrypt.co/331906/ethereum-etfs-massively-outpace-bitcoin-funds)

[3] [Ethereum Tops $3900 as Sharplink Buys Another 77.2K ETH](https://crypto.news/ethereum-regains-3900-sharplink-buys-77k-eth-2025/)

[4] [Ethereum Price Prediction: ETH Price in 2025, 2026, 2027](https://coindcx.com/blog/price-predictions/ethereum-price-weekly/)