Ether ETFs see record $1B inflows as ETH flashes bull signs
Spot Ether ETFs recorded an unprecedented net inflow of $1.01 billion on August 11, 2025, marking the largest inflow day ever, and surpassing Bitcoin ETFs, which saw $178 million. This significant inflow aligns with Ethereum's recent performance, gaining 45% over the past month. BlackRock's iShares Ethereum Trust ETF attracted $640 million, while Fidelity's Ethereum Fund recorded an inflow of $277 million. Such movements indicate bullish sentiment, with investors increasingly taking Ether off exchanges, leading to a near nine-year low of 15.28 million ETH held on exchanges. Onchain data indicates that Ethereum dominates tokenized assets, making up about 58% of all such assets. Influencer Anthony Sassano noted that Ether ETFs have purchased over 50% of ETH issued since the 2022 Merge, with inflows accounting for 238,000 ETH. Despite the enthusiasm, observers urge caution, signaling potential short-term trading risks amidst heightened corporate interest in acquiring ETH. Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin warned that this trend might pose risks if it leads to speculative behaviors.
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