BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) attracted over $25 billion in net inflows in 2025, despite Bitcoin falling roughly 30 percent from October highs. The fund’s ability to secure substantial capital during a market downturn demonstrates strong institutional confidence in Bitcoin as a long-term asset. Analysts note that these inflows suggest a growing view of Bitcoin as a macro asset rather than a speculative trade. IBIT raised $25.4 billion in fresh capital throughout 2025, ranking sixth among all US ETFs by net inflows. This occurred even as Bitcoin dropped from its October peak of $126,173 to trade near ... (full story)