Bitcoin is on a historic run, and it’s bringing the ETF market along with it. This week, the iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) — launched by BlackRock — shattered records by becoming the fastest exchange-traded fund to hit $80 billion in assets under management (AUM). It reached the milestone in just 374 days, far outpacing the previous record holder, the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF, which took 1,814 days to achieve the same feat, according to Bloomberg.
Bitcoin ETFs See Record Inflows as Institutional Demand Grows
The entire spot bitcoin ETF market is booming. For the first time ever, total assets across all U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs crossed $140 billion. On Thursday alone, these funds saw $1.18 billion in inflows — the second-highest daily total since spot bitcoin ETFs debuted in January 2024.
This surge in investment highlights growing institutional interest. As more companies and financial firms embrace digital assets, bitcoin is gaining traction as part of broader asset strategies. The accessibility of bitcoin through ETFs like IBIT is making it easier than ever for investors to get exposure to crypto without needing to hold it directly.
Bitcoin Hits New All-Time High, Fueled by Market Optimism
Bitcoin’s price action this week has been nothing short of explosive. It briefly touched $112,152 on Tuesday before pushing past $118,000 by Friday, setting new all-time highs.
Analysts attribute the rally to several key factors:
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Optimism around U.S. monetary policy
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Rising institutional adoption
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Easier retail access through ETFs
With momentum building and mainstream support accelerating, bitcoin is cementing its role as a serious financial asset — not just a speculative bet. If current trends continue, crypto could be on the brink of a new era of widespread acceptance.
