BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF has become the first ETF in history to achieve a milestone of $80 billion in assets in just 374 days, highlighting growing institutional demand for Bitcoin.
Record Assets Under Management
BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF surpassed $80 billion in assets under management in July 2025. This growth occurred in just 374 days, setting a record among all ETFs. According to Eric Balchunas, Senior ETF Analyst at Bloomberg,
> "Fastest ETF to ever do that in 374 days."
Impact on Bitcoin Market
The increasing interest in BlackRock's ETF has significantly impacted the cryptocurrency market. Bitcoin's price soared above $112,000, driven by heightened institutional inflows. This created saturated liquidity conditions, with Bitcoin trading volumes reaching levels comparable to major tech stocks.
Long-term Implications for Crypto Market
The influx of institutional capital highlights Bitcoin's scarcity and affects its price dynamics. This trend hints at further mainstream adoption of cryptocurrencies and potential changes in the regulatory landscape. Comparisons with the gold ETF, SPDR Gold Shares, emphasize new trends in institutional investment in digital assets.
The achievement of BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF reaching $80 billion in assets under management clearly signals a growing institutional interest in Bitcoin, which may transform the cryptocurrency market in the long term.
