Bitcoin enjoyed a long summer in the spotlight, as prices notched new records and regulatory policy proved favorable. Not to be outdone, the Ethereum network made a number of headlines in recent weeks. With skyrocketing ether prices, increased institutional adoption, and record spot ether ETF inflows, the case for ether investing grows ever stronger.
The Ethereum blockchain is home to smart contracts and a diversified, decentralized digital ecosystem. Bitcoin appeals to investors for its store of value. Ether (ETH) — the native token of the Ethereum network — is known for its functionality. Used as the method of currency in transactions, ether runs on a proof-of-stake model. This means ETH requires minimal energy compared to bitcoin. Ongoing innovations happening on the Ethereum blockchain’s second layer continue to draw developer and investor interest.
Ether prices skyrocketed this year, climbing from less than $1,500 in April to crossing $4,500 in trading on Tuesday, August 12. Increasing institutional interest and investment is likely partially responsible for the recent surge. A newly favorable regulatory environment for crypto in the U.S. also create a favorable backdrop. Companies like Bitmine and Sharplink have diversified their portfolios by investing in ETH, and could be on the early side of an institutional adoption wave, according to Forbes.
On Monday, August 11, 2025, spot ether ETFs logged their first single day of $1 billion in net inflows, according to SoSoValue data. The summer months brought strong investor interest and inflows. Spot ETH ETFs accumulated more than $8 billion in net flows since May. Given regulatory policy tailwinds for crypto and the potential for growing institutional investment, ETH could find further runway for price momentum this fall.
Harness Ether & Bitcoin Price Gains in 1 Strategy
Advisors and investors with the experience and risk appetite for crypto investing would do well to consider ETH exposure in portfolios. The CoinShares Bitcoin and Ether ETF (BTF) combines bitcoin and ether investing in a single strategy. The actively managed fund invests in both bitcoin futures and ether futures. This provides exposure to the price performance of the two largest cryptocurrencies by market cap.
BTF harnesses the full potential of blockchain through the accessibility of the ETF wrapper. Bitcoin, with its store of value, and ether, with its smart contract platforms and myriad defi apps, are two sides of the same technology coin. As blockchain demand rises, BTF is positioned to capture the growth and price movements of BTC and ETH.
The fund provides exposure to bitcoin and ether futures while investing in cash or U.S. Treasuries and corporate bonds for collateral and liquidity. BTF does not invest directly in BTC or ETH, and carries an expense ratio of 1.25%.
For more news, information, and strategy, visit the CoinShares Crypto ETF Hub.
