In the week ending October 4, 2025, global cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds saw a record inflow of $5.95 billion, reflecting strong investor interest amid economic uncertainty. This surge coincided with Bitcoin reaching a new all-time high of $126,223 on October 5.
The United States led with $5 billion in ETF inflows, followed by Switzerland and Germany , all setting new records. Among cryptocurrencies, Bitcoin attracted $3.55 billion, Ether $1.48 billion, while Solana and XRP pulled in $706.5 million and $219.4 million respectively.
Bitcoin's rally paralleled gains in traditional safe-haven assets like gold, driven by concerns over a weakening U.S. dollar, trade instability, and broader economic uncertainty. CoinShares’ head of research, James Butterfill, noted the growing appeal of digital assets as portfolio diversification tools during uncertain times.
The current crypto boom is attributed to favorable policies from President Donald Trump’s administration, institutional investor interest, and deeper integration of cryptocurrencies into global financial systems. Deutsche Bank predicts Bitcoin may appear on central bank balance sheets by 2030 alongside gold.
In related developments, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation announced that banks no longer need prior approval to engage in cryptocurrency-related activities, such as holding digital currency assets or partnering with industry companies. This policy shift marks a significant departure from previous cautionary stances and is expected to further integrate digital assets into the financial mainstream.
Additionally, the Trump family's cryptocurrency ventures continue to expand with a new partnership between Trump Media and Technology Group and Crypto.com. Together, they are launching Trump Media CRO Strategy, a digital asset treasury company that will hold CRO, the native token of Crypto.com. The firm plans to purchase $105 million in CRO as part of a broader initiative aimed at eventually managing $1 billion in CRO, $420 million in cash, and a $5 billion credit line, largely funded by Yorkville Advisors.
These developments underscore the growing acceptance and integration of cryptocurrencies into traditional financial systems, signaling a transformative period for the digital asset landscape.
