Ethereum investment funds are stealing the show from Bitcoin, drawing massive capital inflows and showcasing robust price momentum in 2025, even as Bitcoin achieves an unprecedented 11 all-time highs in just seven days, peaking at $122,979.87. While Bitcoin’s meteoric rise grabs headlines, Ethereum’s technological advancements and institutional appeal are driving its funds to outshine their Bitcoin counterparts, signaling a potential shift in the crypto market’s dynamics.
Ethereum ETFs Surge with Massive Inflows
Ethereum-based investment products globally attracted $990 million in net inflows last week, marking one of the strongest weekly performances on record and accounting for 19.5% of Ethereum’s total assets under management. In the U.S., spot Ethereum ETFs absorbed 225,857 ETH, equivalent to approximately $680 million, sustaining a multi-week streak of intense investor interest. June set a new benchmark with $1.17 billion in monthly inflows, the highest ever recorded for Ethereum ETFs. So far in 2025, these funds have amassed $2.7 billion in net inflows, with assets under management reaching $11 billion.
Bitcoin funds, however, faced a setback, recording $457 million in global outflows last week, including $135.1 million from U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs. Despite Bitcoin ETFs’ cumulative inflows of $44.6 billion since their inception, their recent performance lags behind Ethereum’s surge. The combined daily inflows for Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs hit a 2025 high of $1.05 billion on May 22, but Ethereum’s steady gains underscore a growing investor preference for the altcoin.
BlackRock Bolsters Crypto Holdings
Institutional giant BlackRock has doubled down on cryptocurrencies, recently acquiring 3,294 BTC valued at $386 million and 50,970.08 ETH worth $150 million through its iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) and iShares Ethereum Trust (ETHA). These purchases highlight BlackRock’s confidence in both assets, with Ethereum’s significant allocation reflecting its rising prominence among traditional financial institutions.
Wall Street’s Crypto Appetite Grows
Wall Street’s enthusiasm for Bitcoin and Ethereum remains unrelenting. Institutional investors, from hedge funds to asset managers, are pouring capital into both cryptocurrencies, with Ethereum gaining traction for its technological versatility and Bitcoin holding strong as a store-of-value asset. This sustained accumulation, particularly in ETH, signals robust confidence in crypto’s future, bolstered by a pro-crypto regulatory climate in 2025.
Ethereum Smashes Through Resistance
Ethereum’s price has soared to $3,029.5 as of July 15, 2025, gaining 0.81% in the last 24 hours and 20% over the past week. For the first time since February, ETH has secured a foothold above the pivotal $3,000 resistance, surpassing its upper Bollinger Band near $2,900. Bullish signals from MACD and Ichimoku indicators suggest continued upward momentum, provided support at $2,550 holds. However, analysts caution that 4.1 million addresses holding ETH between $3,000 and $3,100 could trigger selling pressure, though optimism prevails.
Bitcoin’s Record-Breaking Rally Falters
Bitcoin made history with 11 all-time highs in the past seven days, reaching a peak of $122,979.87 on July 14, 2025, fueled by institutional fervor and optimism surrounding U.S. “Crypto Week” legislation. Yet, the rally proved unsustainable, with BTC dropping 3.17% to $117,829.96 by July 15, repeatedly failing to breach the $120,000–$123,000 resistance zone. While Bitcoin outperformed Ethereum in 2024 with a 113% gain compared to ETH’s 53%, Ethereum has taken the lead since the U.S. election, rising 39% against Bitcoin’s 35%. The ETH/BTC ratio, now at 0.0357, is projected to climb to 0.06 in 2025, hinting at an impending altcoin season.
Ethereum’s Edge in Technology and Adoption
Ethereum’s dominance stems from its Q2 2025 Pectra upgrade, which optimized validator efficiency and data compression, reinforcing its position as the backbone of tokenized finance. The anticipated Glamsterdam upgrade promises further improvements in throughput and gas efficiency, cementing Ethereum’s leadership in decentralized finance (DeFi), where its total value locked (TVL) has reached $80 billion. Institutional adoption is accelerating, with BlackRock’s ETHA attracting $300 million in a single day and SharpLink Gaming allocating $500 million to ETH since May 2025. A recent SEC ruling clarifying that crypto staking does not constitute a securities offering has further boosted confidence in staking-enabled ETFs.
Bitcoin, while bolstered by its “digital gold” status, is losing market dominance, slipping from 61.7% to 56.5% as capital flows toward altcoins like Ethereum. This rotation is supported by rising liquidity and a crypto-friendly U.S. administration.
What’s Next for Ethereum and Bitcoin?
Analysts are optimistic about Ethereum’s 2025 outlook, projecting prices between $5,925 and $10,000, driven by ETF inflows, network upgrades, and DeFi expansion. Steno Research predicts ETH could hit $8,000, surpassing Bitcoin’s expected climb to $150,000. Risks for Ethereum include validator exits, regulatory shifts, and competition from faster blockchains like Solana. Bitcoin’s recent volatility, despite its historic streak, underscores its exposure to profit-taking and market shifts.
Ethereum’s funds are emerging as a dominant force in 2025, leveraging technological innovation and institutional backing to outpace Bitcoin, which struggles to sustain its record-setting rally. As investors increasingly embrace ETH’s potential, it is solidifying its role as a cornerstone of the crypto ecosystem, challenging Bitcoin’s long-standing supremacy.
Naorem Mohen is the Editor of Signpost News. Explore his views and opinion on X: @laimacha.