Bitcoin ETFs post record 2026 inflows as BTC rallies above $97K

Published on 15 January 2026 Cointelegraph.com

Summary

Spot Bitcoin ETFs saw a remarkable influx of over $1.7 billion in just three days, coinciding with Bitcoin reaching two-month highs and a shift towards bullish market sentiment, highlighting growing investor confidence in cryptocurrency.

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What is a spot Bitcoin ETF?

A spot Bitcoin ETF is an investment fund that tracks Bitcoin's price by holding actual Bitcoin in reserve, allowing investors to gain exposure through traditional stock exchanges without directly owning or managing the cryptocurrency.

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How do spot Bitcoin ETFs differ from Bitcoin futures ETFs?

Spot Bitcoin ETFs hold physical Bitcoin to mirror its price directly, while Bitcoin futures ETFs invest in futures contracts that bet on future Bitcoin prices without owning the actual cryptocurrency.

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