Bitcoin ETFs Experience Record Inflows

Recent weeks have seen a surge in investor interest in Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), particularly those based on spot Bitcoin. Despite ongoing discussions about an extended "Crypto Winter," January 2026 could break the trend of declining prices. Significant liquidity has entered the market, suggesting a potential shift in investor sentiment.

Key Takeaways

Bitcoin Spot ETFs are seeing the highest inflows since the significant market drop on October 10.
A total of $753 million was invested in these ETFs within just 24 hours recently.
Year-to-date, the assets under management for spot Bitcoin ETFs have increased by $660 million.
Major fund managers like Bitwise, BlackRock, and Fidelity have reported substantial gains.
Positive regulatory updates in the U.S. have contributed to rising Bitcoin prices, hitting $95,700.

Bitcoin ETFs Log Best Week Since October Flash Crash

Bitcoin ETFs Show Significant Growth

Exchange-traded funds that are based on Spot Bitcoin (BTC) are currently experiencing a notable increase in liquidity. January 2026 holds promise for ending a bearish trend in the market, despite widespread assumptions that the "Crypto Winter" is affecting the sector.

In particular, Bitcoin Spot ETFs—U.S.-registered investing products that hold actual Bitcoin—are witnessing their highest inflows since the market's sharp decline on October 10. On a recent day alone, a remarkable $753 million was funneled into these assets within just 24 hours.

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As of January 13, this session marked the most productive for Bitcoin (BTC) spot ETFs since October 7, 2025. Over the week, these ETFs have recorded their largest uptick since mid-October. Year-to-date, the total assets under management (AUM) for spot Bitcoin ETFs have increased by $660 million.

In terms of recent performance, Bitwise's NYSE, BlackRock's IBIT, and Fidelity's FBTC have emerged as the top performers, collectively accumulating almost 7,000 BTC in just one day.

The favorable investor sentiment toward Bitcoin (BTC) seems to reflect optimistic regulatory developments and economic news from the U.S. As a result, Bitcoin's price surged to $95,700 today, marking its highest point since mid-November. The largest cryptocurrency has seen an increase of 3.1% today, with the rest of the crypto market gaining 3.2%.

In the last 24 hours, Bitcoin (BTC) has experienced approximately $300 million in liquidations, with an overwhelming 99% of these being short positions. Meanwhile, Ethereum (ETH) has faced around $220 million in liquidations as its price rose by 5% to reach $3,283. Notably, the largest liquidation recorded was a $12 million ETHUSDT long position on Binance, according to data from CoinGlass.