Crypto Market Surges Past $4 Trillion Amid ETF Inflows

The cryptocurrency market cap surpassed $4 trillion on July 18, 2025, as institutional interest in spot Bitcoin ETFs from BlackRock and others drove significant capital inflows.

This milestone underscores growing mainstream adoption and robust market sentiment, highlighted by Bitcoin’s rise past $120,350 and a record $284 billion in daily trading volume.

Institutional Inflows Drive Crypto Market to $4 Trillion

Institutional players like BlackRock and Fidelity have been integral in driving the cryptocurrency surge through spot Bitcoin ETF investments. The market capitalization reached $4.01 trillion, fueled by significant interest in Bitcoin ETFs.

Major institutional firms, including Grayscale and VanEck, contributed to the influx of capital into the crypto market. Their investments align with broader bullish market trends, reflected in Bitcoin and Ethereum price increments.

96 of Top 100 Coins See Price Increases

Market observers note the surge is evidenced by a broad-based appreciation, with 96 of the top 100 coins gaining value. The Fear & Greed Index at 71 indicates investor optimism.

Investors and analysts anticipate further regulatory clarity as a catalyst for growth. The GENIUS Act’s passage appears to strengthen the legal framework around stablecoins, boosting institutional confidence in crypto investments.

“The bipartisan GENIUS Act, recently passed by the House, represents a leap forward in America’s digital asset regulation, providing a comprehensive framework for payment stablecoins and strengthening our position in global payment innovation.” — Senator Tim Scott, US Senator

Post-Halving Comparisons Highlight Pattern of Growth

Analogies to past market rallies, such as the post-halving rise of 2020, provide context for this event. Similar institutional inflows were observed following the approval of Bitcoin spot ETFs.

Experts from Kanalcoin emphasize tokenization’s inevitability, noting parallels with regulatory changes that have previously precipitated strong market responses. Joe Lubin’s enduring influence in the sector underlines ongoing industry advancements.