BlackRock Bitcoin ETF Inflows Surpass Gold ETFs

BlackRock has become a leading player in the Bitcoin ETF market, amassing over 614,000 BTC and drawing nearly $7 billion in net inflows this year, outpacing gold ETFs such as the SPDR Gold Trust even as gold's price surged 29% compared to Bitcoin's 3.8% gain. Institutional adoption of Bitcoin ETFs is accelerating, with BlackRock’s IBIT providing notable market stability amid volatility and Federal Reserve policy anticipation. Both gold and Bitcoin have attracted safe-haven demand due to geopolitical and trade uncertainties, but Bitcoin is also viewed as a hedge against traditional monetary risks. Not all ETFs have fared equally, as Bitwise’s Bitcoin ETF recently reported a $22.7 million outflow, reflecting shifting investor sentiment. Separately, Bitcoin Core’s removal of the OP_RETURN data cap is expected to drive further blockchain innovation and new use cases. While some economists remain skeptical, bullish sentiment endures among retail and institutional investors seeking long-term Bitcoin exposure.