ETF analyst Nate Geraci has noted a major milestone for Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), which are now nearing a collective 1 million BTC in holdings - around 5% of Bitcoin’s total supply.
Last week alone, Bitcoin (BTC) ETFs saw inflows totaling $988 million.
Spot bitcoin ETFs now about 23,000 away from holding 1,000,000 btc…
Or almost 5% of btc final total supply.
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— Nate Geraci (@NateGeraci) October 28, 2024
BlackRock’s IBIT ETF dominated inflows, bringing in a remarkable $1.15 billion within one week.
In contrast, spot Ethereum (ETH) ETFs have lagged significantly, attracting only $78.89 million as investors continue to show limited interest.
On October 25, IBIT alone secured $291 million in fresh capital, aligning with Bitcoin’s recent price surge to $68,600.
Data indicates that demand for Bitcoin ETFs is driven mainly by retail investors.
Bitcoin giant Strategy has added another 4,980 BTC to its reserves in a purchase worth approximately $531.9 million, according to Executive Chairman Michael Saylor.
According to renowned market veteran Peter Brandt, trading isn’t the path to prosperity for the vast majority of people.
Charles Edwards, founder and CEO of Capriole Investments, has offered a fresh perspective on Bitcoin’s stalled price movement near the $100,000 mark, despite growing institutional enthusiasm.
Metaplanet has expanded its Bitcoin treasury with a new acquisition of 1,005 BTC valued at approximately $108.1 million, further cementing its status as one of the largest corporate holders of the digital asset.