Summary: For the first time ever, Bitcoin ETFs have flexed past gold ETFs in assets under management (AUM). With $129 billion in AUM, Bitcoin is proving it’s not just vibing it’s taking over the game.
Bitcoin Leaves Gold in the Dust
Bitcoin ETFs just pulled off the ultimate glow-up. In less than a year, they’ve hit $129 billion in AUM, overtaking gold ETFs, which have been grinding for over 20 years. This isn’t just a mic drop it’s a loud statement that crypto is no longer the underdog. Big money’s moving, and it’s clear Bitcoin’s the new favorite child of institutional investors.
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BlackRock’s Crypto Flex
BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) is the MVP, repping nearly $60 billion in assets. That’s more than its gold ETF sibling. While gold still holds a tiny edge in spot ETFs ($125 billion vs. Bitcoin’s $120 billion), the gap is so close it’s basically a photo finish. Let’s just say gold’s sweating while Bitcoin keeps its cool.
The Crypto Wave is Just Starting
Bitcoin ETFs now own 1.1 million BTC more than Satoshi Nakamoto’s OG stash. And 2025? Analysts say it’s gonna be even wilder with new ETFs, possibly mixing Bitcoin, Ether, and even altcoins. With inflation and global chaos driving people toward “safe” assets, Bitcoin’s becoming the Gen Z of finance bold, disruptive, and absolutely unbothered.
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