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HYPE and XRP Funds Gain Millions as Investors Exit Bitcoin and Ether ETFs
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HYPE and XRP Funds Gain Millions as Investors Exit Bitcoin and Ether ETFs

Investor demand in crypto funds is changing direction as money moves out of bitcoin and ether exchange traded funds and into newer digital assets such as HYPE, XRP, and Solana.

Laurisa
By Laurisa

Junior Author · May 25, 2026

2 min
Key takeaways
Investor demand in crypto funds is changing direction as money moves out of bitcoin and ether exchange traded funds and into newer digital assets such as HYPE, XRP, and Solana.
Bitcoin ETFs recorded more than $1 billion in outflows last week, while ether funds lost over $215 million.
The pullback suggests investors are becoming more selective rather than reducing exposure to crypto completely.

Investor demand in crypto funds is changing direction as money moves out of bitcoin and ether exchange traded funds and into newer digital assets such as HYPE, XRP, and Solana.

Bitcoin ETFs recorded more than $1 billion in outflows last week, while ether funds lost over $215 million. The pullback suggests investors are becoming more selective rather than reducing exposure to crypto completely.


Total Bitcoin Spot ETF Net Inflow

At the same time, new spot investment products linked to Hyperliquid’s HYPE token attracted around $72 million in inflows. XRP-related funds added roughly $22 million, while Solana products brought in about $15.6 million.


Total HYPE Spot ETF Net Inflow

Why HYPE Token Is Attracting Investors

Interest in HYPE has grown alongside strong price performance and rising activity on the Hyperliquid platform. The token has surged nearly 60% this month, climbing from around $38 to $64 in just 10 days.

$HYPE daily price chart

The platform has also reported increasing trading activity, generating about $13.2 million in fees over the last week. Growth in real-world asset trading, including oil, gold, and US equity-linked perpetual markets, has strengthened investor confidence.

Hyperliquid Expands Beyond Traditional Crypto Markets

Hyperliquid’s recent partnership involving USDC integration is expected to improve liquidity and trading efficiency. Analysts say the platform is positioning itself as a growing competitor in areas such as prediction markets, equity perpetuals, and tokenized financial products, helping attract fresh investor capital away from traditional crypto giants like bitcoin and ether.

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Disclaimer

This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. Cryptocurrency trading involves risk and may result in financial loss.

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Laurisa
Laurisa

Emerging voice in crypto journalism with a background in fintech and digital economics. Covers DeFi, NFTs, and the evolving regulatory landscape.