Money Keeps Flowing: Crypto Funds Hit Record $6-B Inflows

Christian Encila

Last Updated: October 6, 2025 7:30 pm

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Investment flows into crypto exchange-traded products surged to a record level last week, signaling strong demand from large investors.

According to CoinShares, crypto ETPs drew close to $6 billion in new money in the week that ended Friday, the biggest weekly inflow on record. Bitcoin led the move, taking in $3.6 billion alone as traders and funds piled into BTC offerings.

Bitcoin Dominates The Week’s Inflows

Reports have disclosed that the latest total beat the prior high of $4.4 billion by about 35%. The week’s gains were not evenly spread. While earlier records had been split more between Bitcoin and Ether, this time Bitcoin funds attracted the lion’s share.

Ether ETPs still registered strong interest, adding $1.48 billion and bringing year-to-date inflows for Ether to roughly $13.7 billion. Solana ETPs pulled in $706.5 million, and XRP products saw $219 million. These figures show that investors are putting fresh capital into a range of crypto products, even as BTC takes the lead.

Macro Headlines Drove Fresh Buying

Based on reports, traders pointed to a mix of macro events that likely pushed allocations into crypto. A recent cut to interest rates by the Fed, weaker-than-expected employment numbers, and concerns about a US government shutdown were all cited by market watchers as triggers.

Some investors treated crypto as an alternative play while political and economic worries persisted. Markets reacted fast. Bitcoin climbed above $125,000 during the week, a move that pushed total crypto assets under management past $250 billion, reaching a little over $254 billion.

BTCUSD currently trading at $124,403. Chart: TradingView

Technical Readings And Analyst Targets Add Fuel

According to market analysts and on-chain data observers, the supply of Bitcoin on exchanges has dropped to levels not seen in six years. That trend is often read as holders choosing to keep coins off market platforms, which can reduce selling pressure.

As long as Bitcoin $BTC holds above $117,650, the Pricing Bands point to $139,800 next. pic.twitter.com/DTPtz3Wj52

— Ali (@ali_charts) October 4, 2025

Glassnode’s pricing bands were used by some analysts to argue that Bitcoin was holding a key support area and that upside toward $139,800 was possible if that support stayed intact.

Another forecast mentioned a lower time horizon at around $135,000. These targets were used in the market commentary, and they helped shape market expectations during the move up.

Trading flows, too, indicated a clear bias: investors were generally long. As James Butterfill, head of research at CoinShares, describes, buyers did not even turn to short investment products at price highs. If this behavior does not reflect an intent to hedge against the uptick, then it reflects confidence that the asset continues to appreciate.

Featured image from Unsplash, chart from TradingView

Christian Encila

They say journalists never truly clock out. But for Christian, that's not just a metaphor, it's a lifestyle. By day, he navigates the ever-shifting tides of the cryptocurrency market, wielding words like a seasoned editor and crafting articles that decipher the jargon for the masses. When the PC goes on hibernate mode, however, his pursuits take a more mechanical (and sometimes philosophical) turn.

Christian's journey with the written word began long before the age of Bitcoin. In the hallowed halls of academia, he honed his craft as a feature writer for his college paper. This early love for storytelling paved the way for a successful stint as an editor at a data engineering firm, where his first-month essay win funded a months-long supply of doggie and kitty treats – a testament to his dedication to his furry companions (more on that later).

Christian then roamed the world of journalism, working at newspapers in Canada and even South Korea. He finally settled down at a local news giant in his hometown in the Philippines for a decade, becoming a total news junkie. But then, something new caught his eye: cryptocurrency. It was like a treasure hunt mixed with storytelling - right up his alley!

So, he landed a killer gig at NewsBTC, where he's one of the go-to guys for all things crypto. He breaks down this confusing stuff into bite-sized pieces, making it easy for anyone to understand (he salutes his management team for teaching him this skill).

Think Christian's all work and no play? Not a chance! When he's not at his computer, you'll find him indulging his passion for motorbikes. A true gearhead, Christian loves tinkering with his bike and savoring the joy of the open road on his 320-cc Yamaha R3. Once a speed demon who hit 120mph (a feat he vowed never to repeat), he now prefers leisurely rides along the coast, enjoying the wind in his thinning hair.

Speaking of chill, Christian's got a crew of furry friends waiting for him at home. Two cats and a dog. He swears cats are way smarter than dogs (sorry, Grizzly), but he adores them all anyway. Apparently, watching his pets just chillin’ helps him analyze and write meticulously formatted articles even better.

Here's the thing about this guy: He works a lot, but he keeps himself fueled by enough coffee to make it through the day - and some seriously delicious (Filipino) food. He says a delectable meal is the secret ingredient to a killer article. And after a long day of crypto crusading, he unwinds with some rum (mixed with milk) while watching slapstick movies.

Looking ahead, Christian sees a bright future with NewsBTC. He says he sees himself privileged to be part of an awesome organization, sharing his expertise and passion with a community he values, and fellow editors - and bosses - he deeply respects.

So, the next time you tread into the world of cryptocurrency, remember the man behind the words – the crypto crusader, the grease monkey, and the feline philosopher, all rolled into one.

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