Crypto Investment Funds See $933 Million Inflow as ETFs Reach Highest AUM Since February

Institutional investments in crypto are gaining momentum at a faster pace than retail investments, with data supporting the recent bitcoin rally. Last week, digital asset investment products saw inflows of $1.2 billion, marking the fourth consecutive week of gains, according to data from CoinShares. The total assets under management for crypto funds have risen to $155 billion, the highest since February 1, but still below the $263 billion peak in October 2025. Bitcoin saw an influx of $933 million, bringing the year-to-date total to $4 billion, while Ether attracted $192 million for the third consecutive week above $190 million. Blockchain equity ETFs are also gaining traction, with inflows of $617 million over the past three weeks, driven by demand for indirect exposure to the crypto sector. This shift suggests that investors who are unable or unwilling to hold bitcoin directly are turning to equity-based investments in the sector. Bitcoin briefly reached $79,399 before retreating to $77,705, a level that will be crucial in determining whether institutional flows can sustain the current price or if a range will be established. The upcoming week will be significant, with major tech earnings reports from companies like Alphabet, Microsoft, Amazon, Meta, and Apple, which could impact the broader risk-on sentiment and crypto prices.