Bitcoin’s $25 Billion Exodus: How ETFs Cemented Wall Street’s Control Over the Market

Two years after Bitcoin’s ETF debut, Wall Street’s institutional dominance over liquidity has eclipsed crypto-native dynamics, rewriting the rules of the market.

The U.S. spot Bitcoin ETF complex has accumulated $56.63 billion in net inflows through Jan. 9, 2026, according to Farside data.

BlackRock’s IBIT led the charge with $62.65 billion in cumulative net flows, while Grayscale’s GBTC saw $25.41 billion in outflows during the same period.

First-day trading volume for Bitcoin ETFs reached $4.6 billion on Jan. 11, 2024, per LSEG via Reuters.

The average daily net flows for the ETF complex stand at $113.3 million, with the largest single-day inflow hitting $1.374 billion and the largest outflow reaching -$1.114 billion.

This shift reflects a broader structural change. Traditional financial infrastructure—custody solutions, compliance frameworks, and standardized fee models—has replaced the operational frictions of crypto-native trading environments.

ETFs now offer a bridge between institutional capital and digital assets, aligning with tradfi mechanics while diluting the influence of decentralized marketplaces.

Look, the numbers tell a story of consolidation. BlackRock’s IBIT isn’t just a product; it’s a symbol of how Wall Street is redefining access to Bitcoin. If you’re tracking institutional adoption, this is the new baseline.

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