🚨Breaking: BlackRock Leads Massive $840M Inflows into Bitcoin ETFs as $BTC Surges Past $97K! 🛫

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If you've been watching the markets, you know things are heating up.
Just in from Cointelegraph: Spot Bitcoin ETFs just posted a whopping $843.6 million in inflows on Wednesday – the biggest single-day haul of 2026 so far.

And leading the charge? None other than BlackRock with their iShares Bitcoin ETF ( $IBIT) sucking in over $648 million alone.

This isn't just numbers; it's a signal that institutional money is flooding back into Bitcoin like never before.
$BTC itself rallied above $97,000, hitting two-month highs.

Let's dive deep into what this means for the market. Buckle up – this thread is gonna be a long one to break it all down!

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1⃣First, let's set the stage.

After a rough start to January with about $1.4 billion in outflows from January 6-9, the tide has turned dramatically.
Over the last three days, these ETFs have pulled in more than $1.7 billion combined.
That's a full reversal! In just nine trading days this month, total inflows for spot Bitcoin ETFs have hit $1.5 billion.
Tuesday alone saw $754 million – the highest since October 7 last year when we had $875.6 million. Wednesday crushed that with $843.6M.
This kind of momentum hasn't been seen in months, and it's pushing Bitcoin's price to levels we last touched in mid-November.

2⃣Spotlight on BlackRock: Their $IBIT ETF is the undisputed king here, accounting for nearly 77% of Wednesday's inflows at $648M.

BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager with trillions under management, jumping in this deep shows how seriously Wall Street is taking crypto now.
Remember, these spot ETFs were approved back in early 2024, and BlackRock was one of the first movers.
Their strategy? Direct exposure to actual #Bitcoin holdings, no futures or derivatives nonsense.
This inflow isn't pocket change; it's a vote of confidence from big players who see $BTC as a legitimate asset class.

But #BlackRock isn't alone. #Fidelity's Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund ( $FBTC ) added a solid $125.4 million – not shabby for the runner-up.
They're known for their low fees and strong marketing to retail investors. Then there's ARK Invest's ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF ( $ARKB ) with almost $30 million. Cathie Wood's ARK has been a crypto bull for years, betting big on disruptive tech.
Bitwise Bitcoin ETF ( $BITB ) chipped in $10.6 million, rounding out the top performers.
These aren't random; each issuer brings something unique – Fidelity's trust factor, #ARK's innovation angle, Bitwise's focus on transparency.

3⃣Why the sudden surge? Look at Bitcoin's price action.

On Wednesday, $BTC blasted past $97,000, peaking at $97,957 before settling around $96,642 (per #Coinbase data).
This rally coincides perfectly with the inflows, creating a positive feedback loop: More money in ETFs means more BTC bought, which drives prices up, attracting even more investors.
It's classic supply-demand dynamics in a maturing market. And sentiment?
The Crypto Fear & Greed Index just flipped into "greed" territory at 61 – first time since October. From fear to greed in weeks; that's how fast crypto moves!

4⃣Let's zoom out for context.

Bitcoin ETFs have been a game-changer since their launch. Before them, institutions had limited ways to get BTC exposure without holding it directly – think futures or grayscale trusts with high premiums. Now, with spot ETFs, it's as easy as buying a stock.
Total assets under management for these funds? We're talking billions, and growing.
This $843M day isn't isolated; it's part of a broader trend where traditional finance is embracing crypto.
Think about it: Pensions, endowments, even sovereign funds are dipping toes.
BlackRock's Larry Fink called Bitcoin "digital gold" – and inflows like this prove he's putting money where his mouth is.
First，more inflows mean deeper markets, less volatility (relatively speaking).
BTC's price stability improves, making it more appealing to risk-averse investors.
Second, adoption. When giants like BlackRock lead, it normalizes crypto for the masses.

Remember the 2021 bull run? It was retail-driven. Now, it's institutional. This could push BTC toward $100K soon – analysts are buzzing. But risks? Regulatory hurdles, like potential SEC tweaks, or macro factors like interest rates. Still, the greed index suggests bulls are in control.

5⃣Summary:

Gold ETFs, for example, have seen steady but slower inflows.
Bitcoin's volatility gives higher upside – and inflows reflect that hunger for returns. In stocks, we're seeing rotations out of tech into alternatives like crypto amid economic uncertainty.
Globally, with inflation lingering and fiat currencies weakening, BTC as a hedge is gaining traction. Japan, Europe, even emerging markets are watching.

Wednesday's $843.6M breaks down as $IBIT $648M, $FBTC $125.4M, $ARKB $30M, $BITB $10.6M. Others likely made up the rest, but these dominate.
Cumulative since launch? Spot ETFs hold over 1 million BTC equivalent – that's massive buying power.

Price-wise, BTC's up 20% (quick math: from Jan lows around $80K-ish to $97K is a 20%+ jump).

This inflow streak could extend if #Trump-era pro-crypto policies hold (he's been vocal on it).