TLDR
- BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust has crossed the $70 billion mark in just 341 trading days.
- The ETF grew five times faster than the SPDR Gold Shares ETF, which previously held the record.
- IBIT has received over $9 billion in inflows since the beginning of 2025, showing sustained market demand.
- The ETF now holds 661,457 Bitcoin, making it the largest institutional Bitcoin holder worldwide.
- The Moscow Stock Exchange has listed Bitcoin futures tied to IBIT for accredited market participants.
BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) has surpassed $70 billion in assets under management within 341 trading days. This milestone marks the fastest growth ever recorded by an exchange-traded fund globally. IBIT reached the figure five times faster than the previous record set by the SPDR Gold Shares ETF.
The ETF began trading in early 2024 and has consistently gained traction across institutional channels. Market flows have remained strong throughout 2025, pushing daily volume and asset totals higher. Data from Bloomberg confirms IBIT’s record-breaking timeline compared to competitors.
This rapid ascent places IBIT among the top-performing US ETFs, solidifying BlackRock’s position in the digital asset market. IBIT has received over $9 billion in inflows since the start of the year. The ETF continues to benefit from sustained buying momentum and positive sentiment in the spot Bitcoin sector.
BlackRock Bitcoin ETF Outpaces Gold Rapidly
SPDR Gold Shares (GLD) previously held the title as the fastest ETF to reach $70 billion. However, it took 1,691 trading days for GLD to reach the same milestone. IBIT’s 341-day achievement highlights the rising demand for regulated digital asset exposure.
Other major ETFs like IEFA and VOO required 1,773 and 1,703 days, respectively, to cross the same valuation mark. BlackRock’s product significantly outpaced these figures, signaling a major shift in asset preference.
GLD remains a popular commodity-based ETF, but its momentum has slowed over time. Meanwhile, IBIT’s market activity has exceeded even the most optimistic forecasts.
Institutional Adoption Expands Through Listings and Loans
Accredited investors in Russia now access IBIT-linked Bitcoin futures through the Moscow Exchange. This development follows increasing interest in digital ETFs by global financial institutions. BlackRock’s expanding global reach contributes to IBIT’s continued success.
JPMorgan will soon begin offering Bitcoin ETF-backed loans, starting with BlackRock’s IBIT. This initiative is expected to expand further across other ETF issuers. The move highlights growing trust in regulated crypto-based financial products.
Currently, IBIT holds 661,457 BTC, making it the largest institutional holder globally. It has surpassed Strategy, led by Michael Saylor, ‘s holdings. Analysts suggest IBIT could even outpace Satoshi Nakamoto’s theoretical holdings by 2026.
