BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) has made history, officially crossing $80 billion in assets under management (AUM) just 374 days after its launch. As of July 11, 2025, the fund boasts $83.24 billion in net assets, making it the fastest ETF ever to reach this milestone—five times quicker than the previous record-holder, Vanguard’s S&P 500 ETF (VOO).
Bitcoin ETFs Reshape the Traditional Investment Landscape
IBIT’s explosive growth underscores a profound shift in investor behavior and growing institutional confidence in Bitcoin as a legitimate asset class. By becoming the 21st largest ETF in the world, IBIT has reshaped the conversation around digital assets and traditional finance.
The ETF now holds over 706,000 BTC—approximately 3.6% of all Bitcoin in circulation. This significant stake underlines the rising demand for regulated, custodial Bitcoin exposure that avoids the complexities of crypto wallets and exchanges.
BlackRock’s move into crypto has been described by many as a watershed moment for Bitcoin adoption. “This isn’t just an ETF story. It’s a validation of Bitcoin’s role in institutional portfolios,” said Galaxy Digital CEO Mike Novogratz in a June Bloomberg interview.
Bitcoin ETF Inflows Surge to Historic Highs
The momentum isn’t limited to BlackRock’s fund alone. The broader U.S. spot Bitcoin ETF market is booming, with cumulative inflows surpassing $52.36 billion as of July 11, according to SoSoValue. Total assets across all U.S.-listed spot Bitcoin ETFs have crossed $140 billion, with IBIT commanding nearly 59% of that share.
On July 10 and 11, the sector saw back-to-back billion-dollar inflow days for the first time since ETFs launched in January 2024. Farside data shows the 11 spot Bitcoin ETFs collectively recorded $1.18 billion in inflows on July 10, followed by $1.03 billion on July 11.
“Yesterday was the 2nd biggest net flow day for bitcoin ETFs in history,” said Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan in a recent post on X. “We continue to believe 2025 flows will exceed 2024 flows by a significant amount.”
This week alone marks two of the seven all-time highest daily inflows for Bitcoin ETFs:
July 10, 2025 – $1.18 billion
July 11, 2025 – $1.03 billion
Nov 7, 2024 – $1.4 billion
Nov 11, 2024 – $1.1 billion
Nov 21, 2024 – $1.005 billion
Jan 17, 2025 – $1.1 billion
Mar 12, 2024 – $1.04 billion
Bitcoin Surges to a New All-time High Near $118,780
Bitcoin surged to a new all-time high near $118,780 this week, fueled largely by record-breaking inflows into U.S.-listed spot Bitcoin ETFs. This wave of institutional buying exerted significant upward pressure on Bitcoin’s price, reinforcing the feedback loop between ETF-driven accumulation and market momentum.
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Demand for Regulated Crypto Exposure Continues to Climb
The popularity of IBIT and its peers speaks to a broader investment trend: Bitcoin is no longer relegated to fringe portfolios. Instead, it’s increasingly viewed as digital gold—a hedge against inflation and currency devaluation.
According to a report from Bernstein, the U.S. spot Bitcoin ETF market could reach $190 billion in AUM in 2025 and $3 trillion by 2033. The report noted that “a growing number of financial advisors and institutional allocators are now allocating a non-zero portion of portfolios to digital assets.”
Another June 2024 research from Fidelity Digital Assets stated that 67% of institutional investors believe digital assets should be a part of investment portfolios.
A Tipping Point for Bitcoin’s Financialization
The meteoric success of IBIT demonstrates the increasing integration of Bitcoin into traditional financial markets. The ETF’s structure offers the dual advantage of regulatory oversight and simplicity—qualities that resonate with both retail investors and compliance-bound institutions.
As the regulatory framework around digital assets evolves, ETFs like IBIT could become the primary on-ramp for billions of dollars in traditional capital seeking digital exposure.
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Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.
