Bitcoin Spot ETFs Record $231 Million Net Inflows Led by BlackRock’s IBIT

BlackRock’s IBIT posted $888 million in inflows for the week, driving its historical total above $58 billion, as Bitcoin spot ETF assets reach $152 billion.

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Summary

Between August 11 and August 15, Bitcoin spot ETFs registered $548 million in net inflows, according to SoSoValue. BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) led with $888 million, bringing its historical total inflows to $58.67 billion. The Grayscale Bitcoin ETF added $32.97 million in the same period, reaching $1.72 billion historically. ARKB saw $184 million in outflows, while Grayscale’s GBTC reported $95.96 million in withdrawals, with its cumulative outflows now at $23.8 billion. As of August 18, the total net asset value of Bitcoin spot ETFs stood at $151.98 billion, equal to 6.54% of Bitcoin’s market capitalization.

Terms & Concepts
  • Bitcoin Spot ETF: An exchange-traded fund that directly holds Bitcoin, allowing investors to gain exposure to its market price without owning the cryptocurrency outright.
  • Net Inflows: The total amount of money invested into a fund after accounting for withdrawals over a specific period.