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Digital asset investment products witnessed US$245 million in inflows last week. Despite this, the picture for various digital assets remains mixed. Trading volumes hit their highest since May, reaching US$14.8 billion, driven by recent Ethereum ETF launches. 
Ethereum ETFs Drive Market Activity 
The introduction of US spot-based Ethereum ETFs significantly influenced market activity. The newly issued ETFs <a href="https://etp.coinshares.com/knowledge/market-activity/fund-flows-29-07-24" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow">attracted</a> US$2.2 billion in inflows, which surged trading volumes in ETH ETP by 542%. This surge marks the largest inflow since December 2020. 
However, this figure has sparked some controversy. Grayscale seeded its new Mini Trust ETF with around US$1 billion from its existing closed-end trust. This action may explain the steady stream of outflows seen in recent years.&nbsp; 
Despite the positive inflows, Grayscale’s incumbent trust experienced US$1.5 billion in outflows as investors cashed out, resulting in a net outflow of US$285 million last week. 
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 📈 The launch of the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ethereum?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">#Ethereum</a> ETF saw inflows of $2.2bn, while digital asset investment products saw inflows of $245m, and <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bitcoin?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">#Bitcoin</a> continued to see healthy inflows of $519m. For more insights, read our full report: <a href="https://t.co/buXZfPZYm3" target="_blank">https://t.co/buXZfPZYm3</a> <a href="https://t.co/IgBS7ryP9e" target="_blank">pic.twitter.com/IgBS7ryP9e</a>— CoinShares (@CoinSharesCo) <a href="https://twitter.com/CoinSharesCo/status/1817901235820736899?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">July 29, 2024</a>
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Bitcoin Inflows Show Renewed Confidence 
The month-to-date total for Bitcoin stands at $3.6 billion and year-to-date at $19 billion with a robust influx of $510 million 
Recent remarks regarding the US election have raised Bitcoin’s investor trust. These remarks proposed Bitcoin as a possible strategic reserve asset. Furthermore, the higher possibility of a Federal Reserve rate drop in September 2024 is driving investor mood. 
Grayscale’s Position Amid Market Shifts 
Grayscale’s role in the current market dynamics remains pivotal. The seeding of the Mini Trust ETF with capital from its existing trust has influenced the overall inflow and outflow trends.&nbsp; 
Further, the US$1.5 billion outflow from <a href="https://www.cryptotimes.io/2024/07/27/grayscales-ethereum-trust-etf-sees-1-5-billion-outflows/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Grayscale’s</a> incumbent trust highlights the ongoing digital asset investment landscape adjustments. This outflow trend is reminiscent of the Bitcoin trust outflows observed during the January 2024 ETF launches. 
The digital asset market continues to navigate a complex landscape of inflows and outflows. While Ethereum ETFs have driven significant market activity, Bitcoin’s steady inflows indicate renewed investor confidence. Grayscale’s strategic moves also play a crucial role in shaping market trends. Investors remain watchful of potential shifts and opportunities as the market adapts to these changes. 
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 Also Read: <a href="https://www.cryptotimes.io/2024/07/24/ethereum-etfs-see-1-billion-trading-volume-on-first-day/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ethereum ETFs See $1 Billion Trading Volume on First Day</a> 
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Ethereum’s New ETFs Attract $2.2 Billion, Influencing Trading Surge

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