The global digital asset market has just recorded another brilliant week, as investors continue to invest heavily in digital asset fund products. According to the latest data from CoinShares, net inflows into digital asset funds last week reached $4.40 billion, surpassing the previous record of $4.27 billion set just after the 2024 U.S. election.

This is also the 14th consecutive week the market has recorded positive inflows, bringing total capital inflows year-to-date to $27 billion, while pushing total assets under management (AUM) to a record high of $220 billion. Liquidity has also significantly increased, with ETF product trading volumes reaching nearly $40 billion in just one week, reflecting a vibrant return of the market.

💥 Record Capital Inflows Established

$4.40 billion in inflows over the past week is not just a slight increase – in fact, it surpassed the previous record by $120 million. Investors have been continuously pouring capital since early April, showing a marked change in asset allocation mindset – with digital assets increasingly seen as a part of the official investment portfolio, alongside stocks and bonds.

"Last week, digital asset products recorded the highest inflow ever, reaching $4.39 billion. Since the beginning of the year, inflows have hit $27 billion, pushing AUM to a record $220 billion." — Wu Blockchain

With a scale of $220 billion, digital asset investment products are now approaching many traditional asset classes in terms of scale, while becoming more attractive to institutional investors due to improved liquidity and narrower spreads.

⚡ Ethereum Surpasses Bitcoin – Attracts Strong Capital Inflows

Last week, Ethereum stood out, recording a record inflow of over $2.12 billion, nearly double the previous peak of $1.2 billion. During the week, the price of ETH surged by 24.5%, briefly surpassing $3,800 – the first time in over seven months.

This is a signal that investors are increasingly optimistic about Ethereum, especially after positive news from the SEC regarding not viewing ETH as a security.

Meanwhile, Bitcoin still maintains its appeal, attracting $2.2 billion, although lower than last week's $2.7 billion. Notably, 55% of the total Bitcoin trading volume on exchanges comes from ETF products, indicating that institutional investors still prefer indirect access through tightly managed vehicles.

🇺🇸 The U.S. is the center of the capital flow wave

Regional data shows that the U.S. overwhelmingly dominates, with $4.30 billion in capital inflows out of a total of $4.40 billion globally – a clear testament to the legal stability surrounding spot crypto ETFs and the increasing acceptance from asset managers.

In other markets:

  • Switzerland contributed $47 million

  • Australia: $17 million

  • Hong Kong: $14 million

In contrast, Brazil and Germany recorded outflows of $28 million and $15 million, respectively – possibly due to domestic investors taking profits or shifting their investment strategies.

📌 Conclusion: The Transformation of Digital Assets

The inflow of capital into digital asset funds not only reached a record high but also sustained continuously for 14 weeks, indicating a significant transformation in the digital asset ecosystem.

Investors – especially institutions – are increasingly viewing this as a serious asset class, and support from the legal framework, especially in the U.S., is opening up a new growth cycle.

In a context of abundant liquidity and market expectations for continued growth, crypto ETF products like Ethereum and Bitcoin are becoming the focal point for both retail and institutional investors globally.