Crypto investment products saw an influx of new money last week, with net inflows reaching $2.2 billion according to CoinShares. Most of it went to Bitcoin, which dominated the charts as new U.S. spot ETFs continued to attract attention. It was one of the strongest weeks on record in terms of capital flows, although market sentiment wavered later in the week.
Bitcoin ETFs have taken center stage
Almost all of the $2.2 billion was invested in Bitcoin investment vehicles. Recently approved U.S. cash ETFs have captured the lion’s share, attracting new capital from a mix of retail and institutional buyers.
$2.17 billion was invested in crypto ETPs last week, marking the biggest gain ever in 2026.
Bitcoin claimed 71%, while $ETH, $ SOLand even $SUI And $HBAR held strong despite looming restrictions on stablecoin yield.
BlackRock led ETF inflows with $1.3 billion, followed by Fidelity and Grayscale.… pic.twitter.com/x07U58UfHq
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(@0xc06) It’s clear that these funds are doing their job, providing investors with an easy way to get exposure to Bitcoin without needing to touch an exchange. European products also saw some capital inflows, but nothing like what happened in the United States.
Altcoins have barely moved the needle
Ethereum products brought in $25 million, while others like Solana and Avalanche barely hit single digits. These numbers were just a small note in a week that clearly belonged to Bitcoin. This gap shows how one-sided the appetite has been lately, particularly from traditional asset managers who prefer the perceived security of Bitcoin over smaller coins.
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Global headlines have dampened the mood
Towards the end of the week things started to move. Geopolitical news, notably the rise of tensions in the Middle East, somewhat overshadowed the rally. Although the week ended strong overall, Friday’s tone was decidedly more cautious. This reminds us that external shocks can still distract attention even when momentum is strong.
The big players are still buying
Despite the nervous ending, the big names kept the inflows going. Companies like BlackRock and Fidelity remained important drivers of demand. Most of the action took place midweek, before the headlines hit the headlines, showing that appetite remains high when the news cycle isn’t accelerating.
Institutional interest was not ad hoc; This is part of an ongoing trend that has developed since the ETF approvals were obtained.
One of the busiest weeks ever
It wasn’t just a good week. It ranked among the most active inflow periods the market has seen in years. The only other time the numbers have been higher was during the frenzy of previous bull runs. This puts things in context. Investors are clearly paying attention again, and they’re doing it with real money.
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Can the sequence hold?
The question now is whether this wave of influx has any weight. The ETF story is still fresh, but the market has already seen the excitement fade once the novelty wears off. Macroeconomic conditions, interest rate decisions and overall risk could all play a spoilsport role. If demand continues, this could provide a strong signal for the rest of the year.
The week ended strong, but eyes are on what’s next
Billions were invested in crypto funds, primarily Bitcoin, and this happened in a week where the headlines could have scared people away. That says something. Yet no one assumes the trend is locked in. Investors are watching closely to see if this is the start of a lasting trend or just an act of opening up strong.
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