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Bitcoin has come to redefine the dynamics of financial markets, eclipsing gold in attracting capital flows through exchange-traded funds (ETFs) during 2025.

While gold reached a historic record of $3,500 per ounce in April, currently trading below that peak, the largest digital currency in the world by market capitalization attracts institutional and corporate trust that challenges the fluctuations of its price.

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This phenomenon signals a shift in investor priorities, with bitcoin consolidating as a globally relevant asset.

The iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), managed by BlackRock, has captured $6.96 billion in net inflows since January, positioning itself as the sixth ETF with the highest capital flow in 2025.

Table of ETFs with the highest capital flow so far in 2025

IBIT is the sixth ETF with the highest capital flow so far in 2025. Source: Eric Balchunas.

This fund surpassed the SPDR Gold Trust (GLD), the largest physically-backed gold ETF, which recorded $6.5 billion and fell to seventh place, according to data reported by Eric Balchunas, senior ETF analyst at Bloomberg, last Monday.

Gold's rise does not hinder investments in bitcoin

Despite gold rising 29% this year, reaching a historic high of $3,500 per ounce on April 21, bitcoin maintains a unique appeal.