- Today's Crypto News: Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP Prices Rise Amid Renewed Capital Inflows:

Bitcoin (BTC) maintained its upward momentum, surpassing the $61,000 mark at the time of writing this report on Friday. Major altcoins like Ethereum (ETH) and Ripple (XRP) also posted gains, indicating a slight improvement in market sentiment and a return of risk appetite among investors.

Risk Appetite Boosts Capital Inflows
For several weeks, risk appetite in the crypto market had been weak, weighed down by macroeconomic headwinds, geopolitical uncertainties, and a lack of clear catalysts.

However, investor sentiment is showing early signs of recovery, as evidenced by the Crypto Fear & Greed Index, which rose to 21 on Friday from 19 the previous day, though it remains in the "extreme fear" zone. If this trend continues, we could see additional capital inflows as investors gradually regain confidence in high-risk assets.

Crypto Fear & Greed Index | Source: Alternative
Institutional investors are making a notable return to Bitcoin, as seen in the spot Bitcoin ETF inflows on Thursday, which reached $221 million — the first significant increase since mid-June and a clear break from a nine-day streak of outflows.

SoSoValue data shows cumulative ETF inflows of $51 billion and average net assets of $74 billion. This rebound in institutional capital signals growing confidence and provides crucial support for Bitcoin's ongoing recovery.

Bitcoin ETF Flows | Source: SoSoValue
Spot Ethereum ETFs recorded inflows for the second consecutive day, reaching $29 million on Thursday, nearly double Wednesday's $15 million. If this momentum continues, it will support the ongoing recovery and boost investor confidence amid renewed market optimism. Cumulative net inflows average $11 billion, while net assets under management stand at $9 billion.

Ethereum ETF Flows | Source: SoSoValue
Spot XRP ETFs listed in the United States attracted inflows of approximately $7 million on Thursday, ending two consecutive days of outflows. Despite withdrawals on Tuesday and Wednesday, cumulative outflows remained steady at $1.48 billion, with average net assets under management of $988 million.
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