Spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds recorded $1.2 billion in net inflows this week, the strongest weekly total since the April 2024 halving, according to Reuters. The data points to renewed investor interest in the crypto market after a period of slower trading.

The inflows add to signs that institutions are still expanding their exposure to Bitcoin through regulated investment products. Analysts say the post-halving backdrop has helped support sentiment, even as the market continues to move with typical volatility.

Bitcoin ETFs have become a major channel for large investors seeking direct exposure without holding the asset itself. This week's surge suggests demand remains resilient, particularly among firms and asset managers looking to increase crypto allocations.

While the trend may strengthen the case for broader institutional adoption, it also reflects how quickly capital can move in and out of digital assets. For now, the latest ETF figures show one of the clearest signs yet that Bitcoin's halving cycle is still influencing market behavior.