BlackRock Sells $271M in Bitcoin and Ethereum Amid Weakening Institutional Demand
BlackRock has transferred over $271 million worth of Bitcoin and Ethereum to Coinbase Prime, sparking concerns about potential selling activity in the crypto market.
The transfer, which includes approximately 3,310 BTC valued at $215.93 million and 28,370 ETH worth around $55.68 million, comes as institutional demand for cryptocurrencies has weakened.
US spot Bitcoin ETFs have now recorded three consecutive days of net outflows, signaling a decrease in institutional buying activity.
The transfer to Coinbase Prime often precedes portfolio rebalancing, redemptions or institutional trading activity, which could weigh on the broader crypto market.