Bitcoin's recent ascent towards its all-time high has ignited a wave of investment, with BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) witnessing a historic inflow, solidifying investor confidence in the cryptocurrency.
IBIT absorbed a staggering $520 million on Tuesday, marking the largest single-day inflow for any Bitcoin ETF and the second-largest daily cash infusion for any US ETF in history. This surge coincides with Bitcoin's renewed rally towards its previous peak of $69,000, currently trading around $61,258.
The recent approval of nearly a dozen spot Bitcoin ETFs in January has provided a convenient entry point for investors seeking exposure to the cryptocurrency without directly purchasing it. This accessibility is believed to be a significant factor driving the current inflows.
BlackRock's sustained interest in Bitcoin through its ETF, with 32 consecutive days of inflows, underscores the growing institutional embrace of the digital asset. Analysts also attribute the rally to the increasing appetite of retail investors, whose robust demand for these new ETFs is pushing up the price of Bitcoin.
Adding fuel to the fire is the anticipation surrounding the upcoming Bitcoin halving event in April. This event, where the rewards for Bitcoin miners are halved, historically reinforces the "scarcity narrative" surrounding Bitcoin, a key driver of long-term bullish sentiment as the cryptocurrency approaches its finite supply cap of 21 million coins. Historically, previous halving events have been followed by Bitcoin reaching new all-time highs within 12 months, adding to the current optimism.