Geopolitics Can’t Stop Crypto — Weekly Fund Inflows Soar to $1.9B
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Despite geopolitical uncertainty, crypto-focused investment products are attracting substantial capital. According to CoinShares, global crypto funds recorded a hefty $1.9 billion in inflows last week, for the ninth consecutive week. Iran is engaged in a conflict with Israel, over 150 ballistic missiles and more than 100 drones, in response to earlier Israeli strikes. The conflict rattled global markets, sending Brent crude oil prices soaring by around $9 to $10 a barrel and reigniting inflation fears. Naturally, the crypto market felt the pressure too. Bitcoin briefly slipped below $103,000 but managed to bounce back and is now trading between $105,000 and $108,000. It’s another reminder of how closely crypto is tied to the pulse of global events. According to a recent report from James Butterfill, Head of Research at CoinShares, a staggering $1.9 billion poured into crypto investment products last week, setting a new all-time high for weekly inflows. This wasn’t just a one-off spike either; it marked the ninth straight week of inflows, pushing the total during this impressive run to $12.9 billion. Even more notable? Year-to-date inflows have now hit $13.2 billion, making 2025 a record-setting year for crypto funds so far. The United States dominated, accounting for the lion’s share with $1.9 billion in fresh investments. European countries also showed strong interest, with Germany bringing in $39.2 million, Switzerland adding $20.7 million, and Canada contributing $12.1 million. On the flip side, a few markets bucked the trend. Hong Kong saw $56.8 million in outflows, and Brazil recorded $8.5 million in capital exiting the space. Asset-Specific Highlights Bitcoin pulled in a massive $1.3 billion from investors. It’s a strong sign that confidence in the crypto giant hasn’t wavered, even with the recent price swings. Interestingly, even the short-Bitcoin products, the ones meant to make money when BTC drops, saw…
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