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Recently, Ethereum (ETH) caught the attention of cryptocurrency investors as it broke a streak of seven consecutive weeks of outflows. The digital asset welcomed a significant influx of $30 million, signaling a potential shift in investor sentiment.

Based on a report from CoinShares, a reputable digital asset investment firm, the overall landscape of digital asset investment products saw outflows for the fourth week in a row, totaling $251 million. Notably, Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) in the United States experienced $156 million flowing out, possibly triggered by the recent decline in Bitcoin prices.

While the majority of outflows originated from the United States, with $504 million leaving the market, other regions like Canada, Switzerland, and Germany also witnessed outflows of $9.6 million, $9.8 million, and $7.3 million, respectively.

Dominance of Ethereum ETFs

Amidst the outflow trend, Hong Kong saw success with the introduction of spot-based Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs. These ETFs attracted a remarkable $307 million in inflows during their first week of trading, showcasing strong demand from investors in the region.

While Bitcoin faced outflows of $284 million, Ethereum saw inflows of $30 million, breaking its streak of outflows. Additionally, alternative cryptocurrencies like Avalanche, Cardano, and Polkadot also benefited from inflows during this period, with $0.5 million, $0.4 million, and $0.3 million coming in, respectively.

These changing investment patterns indicate an evolving market landscape. Despite Bitcoin's continued popularity, Ethereum's resurgence, along with increased interest in altcoins, highlights a diversification trend among traders. Furthermore, the successful introduction of ETFs in emerging markets such as Hong Kong illustrates the global expansion and maturation of investment opportunities.