U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs notched up another $1 billion worth of net inflows over the past two days to approach $50 billion to date.
BlackRock's usually dominant IBIT product ended its own 15-day, $3.8 billion inflow run, registering zero flows for the day.
The ongoing streak of daily inflows into Bitcoin ETFs comes as BTC lingers less than 5% below its all-time high of $112,000.
Crypto investment products recorded $2.7 billion in net inflows last week, according to CoinShares’ latest report. This marks the eleventh consecutive week of positive flows, bringing the streak of inflows to $16.9 billion and helping push the year-to-date total to $17.8 billion. The sustained inflows helped push total assets under management for crypto investment products above $184 […]
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BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT) is rapidly cementing its status as the most dominant BTC fund among its peers. Bitcoin analyst James Check highlighted the divergence in a June 29 X post, noting that total inflows across all other Bitcoin ETFs have stagnated around $20 billion since December 2024. In contrast, IBIT alone has […]
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IBIT saw a net inflow of $1.31 billion last week.
The ramp-up in daily inflows comes as bitcoin's price rebounds amid a dollar index weakness tailwind, according to an analyst.
Tether's multi-billion dollar war chest has been deployed into several projects in recent years, including a Neuralink-style brainchip firm.
The Ethereum ETFs have overcome more than $4 billion in net outflows from Grayscale's converted ETHE fund to reach the milestone.
U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs' recent net inflow streak has extended to eight days, totaling $2.4 billion, despite relatively subdued price action.
Crypto trading platforms increasingly adopt blockchain-native assets like the USDC stablecoin and tokenized treasuries such as BlackRock’s BUIDL to enhance collateral efficiency in derivatives markets. These instruments offer a blend of stability, yield, and compliance, making them attractive to institutional players seeking capital optimization. USDC and BUIDL gain momentum in crypto derivatives On June 18, […]
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The move furthers the long-standing collaboration between Securitize and Ethena Labs, after the two jointly launched the network Converge in March.
Tokenized real-world assets such as U.S. Treasuries are being increasingly used as collateral on crypto trading venues.
Despite the positive ETF flows, analysts remain cautious amid the latest price dip as geopolitical tensions continue.
Companies around the globe made 60 Bitcoin announcements in five days, signaling a surge in corporate interest. Between June 9 and 13, companies added thousands of BTC to their balance sheets and revealed plans for billions more. This week’s activity shows that more businesses are treating Bitcoin like any other financial asset. Related Reading: Amid Bitcoin Hype, Seasoned Trader Predicts Sudden Drop To This Level Six New Bitcoin Treasuries Open Doors According to data shared by @btcNLNico on X, six firms created fresh Bitcoin treasuries and together added 404 BTC in just one week. American Bitcoin Corp led the pack with an initial purchase of 215 BTC as it moves toward a public merger under the ABTC ticker. ???? Week 24 – #Bitcoin Treasury Strategy Updates ???? ???? June 9-13 saw a massive 60 announcements! ???? – 6 new treasuries launched with 404 BTC – 10 future treasuries announcements – 23 companies added bitcoin, totaling 2,188 BTC – 9 plans to buy more bitcoin, up to ~$1.83 billion… pic.twitter.com/HM9FiZWMvb — NLNico (@btcNLNico) June 14, 2025 Bitmine and Gumi also made their debut in the corporate Bitcoin club. On top of that, 10 companies—including Mercury Fintech, which unveiled an $800 million financing plan—have filed paperwork or announced intentions to set up their own Bitcoin reserves. Trump Media, owned by US President Donald Trump, even registered for a $2.3 billion Bitcoin Treasury deal. Existing Holders Expand Their Stakes Twenty‑three firms bolstered existing Bitcoin piles with 2,188 BTC of new buys. Strategy was the busiest, scooping up 1,045 BTC and closing a $979.7 million IPO on June 10. Remxpoint added 279.9 BTC, KULR took on 118.6 BTC, and Cipher Mining snapped up 111 BTC. Smaller players like Vanadi Coffee and Rocksoft chipped in with between 1 and 10 BTC each. Based on reports, this wave of buying echoes the rush into Bitcoin ETFs—BlackRock’s IBIT fund alone approached $1 billion in inflows over the same stretch. Plans Point To $1.83 Billion In Future Buys Nine companies have spelled out intentions to buy more Bitcoin, potentially fueling $1.83 billion of fresh demand. ANAP has raised funds earmarked for a 585 BTC purchase. Mélioz brought in $32.5 million and set up warrants that could translate into another $69.48 million in Bitcoin. GameStop announced a $2.25 billion convertible note issue, with proceeds tagged for crypto investments. Related Reading: Ethereum Whales Feast While Retail Flees—ETH Ocean Just Got Hungrier Asset Tokenization And Capital Raises Take Shape Based on reports, some firms are going beyond simple purchases. DDC Enterprise and H100 Group plan to tokenize real‑world assets and use Bitcoin as collateral. The Blockchain Group in France kicked off a €300 million capital program and won shareholder backing to raise up to 10 billion euros. Featured image from Unsplash, chart from TradingView
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Investor demand for Ethereum-backed spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) is heating up amid the asset’s bullish price moves. According to data from SoSoValue, spot Ethereum ETFs recorded $240 million in net daily inflows on June 11, their second-highest total for 2025. BlackRock’s iShares Ethereum Trust (ETHA) led the charge with $160 million inflows, followed by Fidelity’s […]
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Strategy Inc vs. IBIT: Best Bitcoin Proxy Stock in 2025?
BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) has made headlines by amassing a staggering $70 billion in total assets, achieving this milestone faster than any other exchange-traded fund (ETF) in history. This remarkable feat occurred just 341 days after its launch, according to Bloomberg analyst Eric Balchunas, who noted that IBIT reached this figure five times quicker than the previous record holder, State Street’s GLD gold ETF, which took nearly 1,700 days. BlackRock’s IBIT Outshines Competitors As the most popular of the twelve Bitcoin ETFs currently available, IBIT stands out significantly in the market. Following closely behind are Fidelity’s FBTC and Grayscale’s GBTC, both of which have around $20 billion in assets. Related Reading: Dogecoin Is Going To $1 With The ‘Next Impulse’, Analyst Predicts The launch of IBIT and ten other Bitcoin ETFs at the start of last year by the world’s largest asset managers marked a significant shift in the investment landscape, fueled by long-awaited regulatory approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The debut of these funds highlighted a robust demand from investors eager to capitalize on Bitcoin’s price fluctuations. IBIT alone accumulated over $1 billion in assets within just four days of its market introduction. By November, IBIT had surpassed the total assets of BlackRock’s gold fund, solidifying its position as the largest among the 1,400 funds managed by the asset manager worldwide. Bitcoin ETF Market Thrives The momentum didn’t stop there; in December, IBIT became the fastest exchange-traded fund to hit $50 billion in assets, achieving this milestone five times quicker than BlackRock’s iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF, which took nearly four years to reach the same level. “IBIT’s growth is unprecedented,” remarked Bloomberg ETF expert James Seyffart in an interview with Fortune Magazine on Monday. “It’s the fastest ETF to reach most milestones, outpacing any other ETF across all asset classes.” Related Reading: Pundit Says Do Not Ignore Ethereum Amid New All-Time Highs In Major Metric The surge in Bitcoin ETFs has coincided with significant increases in the cryptocurrency’s price. For instance, as Bitcoin reached an all-time high of $111,900 in late May, the cumulative net assets across all twelve Bitcoin ETFs surpassed $134 billion, reflecting the growing interest and investment in this digital asset class. Since reaching its record high, the market’s leading cryptocurrency has retraced, with the most important support line at $100,000 being tested on June 5. Nevertheless, Bitcoin has once again regained its bullish momentum, jumping past the $108,400 mark on Monday. With gains of 2% and 4% on the 24-hour and weekly time frames, respectively, the price of BTC is now only 2.7% below the record price level. This puts the cryptocurrency on the verge of a new price discovery phase after the normal pullback seen last week. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com
BlackRock's IBIT product dominates spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds by trading volume, with a current 79% market share.
Russia’s main exchange. the Moscow Exchange, has started offering Bitcoin futures contracts. This is one of the biggest moves yet in the country’s slow but steady opening to cryptocurrencies. According to market insiders, these new contracts track the price of the BlackRock Bitcoin ETF, which has gathered over $72 billion in assets. Related Reading: $500M Bet On Solana: Education Platform Aims To Supercharge Its Treasury Trades will be priced in US dollars per lot, while settlements will happen in Russian rubles. This setup lets local traders tap into Bitcoin’s price swings without touching foreign crypto platforms. Quarterly Contracts Linked To IBIT These Bitcoin futures will come out every three months, with the first batch due to expire in September 2025. Based on reports, only qualified investors will be allowed to trade on the MOEX. That means big banks, funds, and other approved financial groups can take part. Ordinary investors won’t get in on these deals. The Bank of Russia gave the green light in May 2025 for such products, but it still warns most firms to steer clear of direct crypto deals. The idea seems to be to let big players handle the risk in a controlled way. Local Settlements Keep Risk In Rubles Moscow Exchange decided to price the contracts in US dollars. However, when it’s time to settle, everything happens in rubles. This approach protects Russia from sudden swings in foreign markets. A trader can lock in a deal based on Bitcoin’s value in dollars, yet get paid in their home currency. It’s a setup that keeps money inside Russia even as it ties to a global crypto product. Some analysts see this as a smart middle ground. It lets Russia join the international cryptocurrency scene but without depending on overseas platforms. ???? Moscow Stock Exchange Launches #Bitcoin Futures Contracts will only be available to qualified investors, with the futures tied to the value of the iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF, quoted in US dollars, and settled in Russian rubles. (TASS) The launch follows Sberbank’s approval… pic.twitter.com/wMTRlK2Y0y — RT_India (@RT_India_news) June 4, 2025 Bank Of Russia’s Cautious Stance Behind the scenes, the central bank is still cautious. It approved crypto-linked derivatives for qualified investors, but it hasn’t opened the door for everyone. Most banks and investment firms are told not to put their clients into direct Bitcoin trades. Instead, they can offer tools like these futures if they qualify. This reflects a watchful stance on digital assets. Authorities acknowledge the lure of big profits, but they also want to avoid big losses. By keeping access limited, they hope to keep any trouble contained. Related Reading: Bitcoin Reserve Gets Military Nod, Senator Predicts Explosive 10-Year Surge Sberbank’s New Bitcoin-Linked Bonds Meanwhile, Sberbank, the country’s biggest bank, is working on its own crypto-based product. Soon, select clients will be able to buy structured bonds tied to Bitcoin’s price. These bonds will also trade in rubles and won’t require a crypto wallet. That way, people can bet on Bitcoin without opening accounts on foreign sites. Featured image from Lonely Planet, chart from TradingView
The options market for IBIT turned bullish, with calls becoming more expensive than puts, indicating renewed optimism.
US-listed spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have entered a third consecutive day of outflows, shedding more than $1 billion. This trend reflects a shift in institutional sentiment as Bitcoin’s price continues to hover around the $105,000 mark without a clear breakout. US Bitcoin ETFs outflow Data from SoSoValue shows that the 12 US-listed spot Bitcoin […]
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Circle, the company behind the USDC stablecoin, has revised its IPO filing to reflect stronger-than-expected investor demand, according to a June 2 filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The updated filing shows Circle now plans to issue 32 million Class A shares, up from the previously announced 24 million. It also raised […]
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The following article is adapted from The Block’s newsletter, The Daily, which comes out on weekday afternoons.
The funds will operate as a “regular C corporation” for U.S. federal income tax purposes, which treats staking distributions as dividend income.
IBIT fell 1.32% to $59.99 on Thursday.
As IBIT attracts institutional capital, Strategy sees one of its lowest volatility readings, dampening speculative interest.
sBUIDL can be used as collateral, traded or deployed in DeFi protocols while maintaining exposure to yield from underlying Treasurys.
The following article is adapted from The Block’s newsletter, The Daily, which comes out on weekday afternoons.