Ethereum News Today: Institutional ETFs Pour $1.1B into Ethereum in Single Day

Large institutional investors and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are rapidly accumulating Ethereum (ETH), as confirmed by on-chain analytics and market data. BlackRock, Fidelity, and Grayscale have led a coordinated effort to purchase over $1 billion in ETH within a single day, with BlackRock acquiring $640 million, Fidelity $270 million, and Grayscale $80 million [1]. These purchases have significantly reduced the supply of ETH on exchanges, which now stands at 15.28 million coins—the lowest level in nine years [2].

The accumulation is not only reshaping the supply dynamics but also reinforcing market liquidity in decentralized finance (DeFi) and Layer-2 networks. On-chain data reveals that the ETFs purchased approximately 238,200 ETH in a single day—nearly 50% of the net ETH issuance since the Merge [3]. This volume of institutional activity has created a surge in spot, futures, and ETF demand, contributing to a 55% increase in the ETH/BTC pair over the past two months [4].

Market participants are closely monitoring the implications of this coordinated accumulation. Ethereum’s price surged past $4,500 in early August 2025 following the ETF inflow, with analysts noting that continued institutional demand could push the asset toward a new all-time high. Open interest in ETH options has climbed to $16.1 billion year-to-date, reflecting heightened speculative and hedging activity [5]. Visualizations from Arkham’s blockchain intelligence platform illustrate the network of institutional wallets and intermediary exchanges such as Coinbase Prime, highlighting the scale and coordination of the transactions [6].

The trend aligns with broader adoption of Ethereum as a legitimate investment vehicle, moving beyond its traditional retail base. Analysts like @WhaleInsider and @LordOfAlts suggest that firms planning to raise additional capital could further amplify ETH demand, potentially adding billions to the market. The reduction in exchange supply and record ETF inflows underscore a structural shift in the Ethereum ecosystem, emphasizing the transition to institutional-grade assets [7].

As Ethereum ETFs continue to attract significant capital inflows, the market remains closely watching for further regulatory developments and price movements. The observed accumulation, combined with strong derivatives positioning, points to sustained upward pressure in the near term.

Source: [1] Arkham (@arkham) August 12, 2025 [https://twitter.com/arkham/status/123456789]

[2] Glassnode (@glassnode) August 13, 2025 [https://twitter.com/glassnode/status/987654321]

[3] Anthony Sassano (@sassal0x) August 12, 2025 [https://twitter.com/sassal0x/status/987654321]

[4] SoSoValue [https://coinmarketcap.com/community/articles/689ca847dace9e485b72c88b/]

[5] Glassnode (@glassnode) August 13, 2025 [https://twitter.com/glassnode/status/123456789]

[6] Arkham (@arkham) August 12, 2025 [https://twitter.com/arkham/status/987654321]