Bitcoin ETF Inflows Soar, Ethereum Left in the Dust: Is Crypto’s Future Written in Gold?

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On the crisp autumn day of October 3, 2025, something extraordinary unfolded-like a well-rehearsed opera of financial chaos. The United States saw Bitcoin ETFs gobble up an astounding $985.08 million, as recorded by SoSoValue. A tide of institutional hunger for Bitcoin surged, undeterred by the mess of existential doubt that usually plagues such markets. Meanwhile, Ethereum ETFs languished in the shadows, with a meager $233.55 million trickling in-a sign, perhaps, of a brief pause in institutional infatuation with the mighty ETH.

But wait, the real showstopper? The BlackRock iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT). It came, it saw, it conquered-$791.55 million of the day’s inflows! Talk about crypto dominance, folks. The entire ETF landscape could scarcely breathe without IBIT’s unrelenting march. đŸ€‘

Bitcoin ETF Inflows Breakdown – A Duel of Titans, With IBIT Leading the Charge

The Bitcoin ETF scene on October 3 was a dramatic affair-nearly a billion dollars flooded the market:

  • BlackRock IBIT: $791.55 million 🏆
  • Fidelity FBTC: $69.58 million
  • Ark & 21Shares (ARKB): $35.48 million
  • VanEck HODL: $26.04 million
  • Bitwise BITB: $24.03 million
  • Grayscale BTC: $20.11 million
  • Grayscale GBTC: $18.29 million (The runt of the litter đŸ¶)

Bitcoin ETF trading volume surged to a staggering $7.52 billion, with net assets reaching a heart-stopping $164.50 billion. To put that in perspective: Bitcoin ETFs now represent 6.74% of Bitcoin’s total market cap. Yes, that’s right-a whole chunk of digital gold is locked up in ETFs. It’s almost as if Bitcoin is trying to tell us, “You can’t keep your hands off me.”

Ethereum ETF Inflows Struggle, But BlackRock ETHA Keeps the Flame Alive

Meanwhile, Ethereum ETFs, though still bustling with activity, were nowhere near as impressive. With only $233.55 million in inflows, the Ethereum side of the market found itself gasping for air. But hold your horses, dear reader-BlackRock ETHA didn’t let Ethereum go unnoticed. It still managed to snag a solid $206.71 million. Ethereum’s faithful didn’t abandon ship, after all:

  • BlackRock ETHA: $206.71 million đŸ„‡
  • Grayscale ETH: $17.88 million
  • Fidelity FETH: $5.65 million
  • VanEck ETHV: $3.31 million

Ethereum’s total trading volume of $2.28 billion was a slight improvement from the previous day. Its net assets reached $30.57 billion, which accounted for a humble 5.58% of Ethereum’s total market capitalization. It’s clear that while Ethereum may have taken a step back, it’s not down for the count. The journey continues
for now.

Bitcoin Nears All-Time High-Is the King of Crypto Back to Rule the Throne?

As we speak, Bitcoin is just a whisker away from its all-time high, trading at a heart-pounding $122,777-only 1.1% off the peak of its glory days. Bitcoin’s market capitalization stands at a jaw-dropping $2.448 trillion, with a 24-hour trading volume of $81.587 billion. The market is booming, and Bitcoin’s reign seems unchallenged-for the moment. 🏰

Meanwhile, Ethereum’s price ticked up to $4,502.39, driven by a market cap of $544.369 billion and a 24-hour trading volume of $43.237 billion. Sure, it’s not as spectacular as Bitcoin, but don’t count Ethereum out just yet. The market still dances to its beat, and investor confidence, while a bit shaky, is far from broken.

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2025-10-04 09:23