The third week of July 2025 saw accelerating momentum in crypto’s institutionalization. As Bitcoin surged to new highs and Congress advanced landmark legislation, major players refined ETF strategies and altcoin treasuries expanded. These moves underline the shift from experimentation to structural integration in digital assets.

‍

1. Bitcoin Soars Past $119K on ETF Inflows & “Crypto Week” Catalysts

Bitcoin rose to a fresh all-time high (~$120,000), buoyed by record-breaking ETF inflows and optimism around the GENIUS, CLARITY, and Anti-CBDC Acts in Congress.

‍

Impact: This milestone highlights crypto’s transition into mainstream finance. ETF backed capital, paired with political momentum, reinforces Bitcoin’s macro value proposition and positions it as a durable, institutional-grade asset.

‍

2. U.S. House Approves GENIUS, CLARITY, and Anti‑CBDC Acts

During “Crypto Week,” the U.S. House passed three pivotal bills: the GENIUS Act for stablecoin regulation, the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, and the Anti‑CBDC Surveillance State Act.

‍

Impact: These laws remove major regulatory ambiguities by defining asset classifications and secure private stablecoin frameworks while limiting Fed controlled digital currency issuance. The legislative clarity strengthens institutional confidence and will likely catalyze product innovation.

‍

3. MEI Pharma Allocates $100M to Litecoin Treasury

MEI Pharma announced a $100 million Litecoin treasury investment, making LTC part of its capital strategy.

‍

Impact: This move adds Litecoin to the growing roster of corporate-held crypto reserves, diversifying treasury approaches beyond Bitcoin. It signals a broader shift as public companies adopt crypto assets for balance sheet utility and inflation protection.

‍

4. Record Inflows into Spot Ether ETFs

Spot Ether ETFs attracted $727 million in a single day and over $2 billion since July 4, closing the gap with BTC products (which drew ~$4.2 billion).

‍

Impact: This inflow momentum signals growing institutional appetite for Ethereum exposure. Coupled with expectations of staking enabled ETF approval, Ether is emerging as the next major asset class within regulated finance.

‍

5. ETF Watch: Structural Enhancements & Product Expansion

‍

Bitwise’s in-kind redemption model for both Spot BTC & ETH ETFs was acknowledged by the SEC, while Bitcoin ETF net inflows hit $4 billion last week. Global crypto ETP inflows surged to $4 billion last week.

‍

Impact: Optimizing ETF structures with in kind redemptions improves tax efficiency and fund operations, critical to institutional adoption. The surge in inflows especially into Ether solidifies the product roadmap for broader digital asset deployment.

‍

6. Macro Boost from Earnings & Crypto Optimistic Political Signals

Strong bank earnings and hints of regulatory support from the White House helped stabilize macro conditions while fueling crypto market optimism.

‍

Impact: Dual tailwinds financial resiliency and crypto-friendly policy signals create a supportive environment for risk assets. The combination stabilizes sentiment and underpins investor confidence in crypto linked financial strategies.

‍

Closing Outlook

Week 29 delivered a powerful mix of price action, policy milestones, and structural maturity. With Bitcoin breaking past $123K, Congress laying the groundwork for regulatory certainty, and Ether gaining momentum through record ETF inflows, crypto’s narrative has evolved from speculative fringe to sophisticated market infrastructure. Corporate treasury innovation seen in Litecoin reserves and enhanced ETF mechanics only deepen that transformation. The market is no longer asking if crypto will integrate; now it’s asking how fast, and how broadly.

‍

‍

***

Want more actionable crypto news like this?
Subscribe our newsletter for weekly investor-grade insights across TradFi, DeFi, and digital assets.

‍

‍

Disclaimer: This blog is intended solely for informational purposes and is directed at our followers in Switzerland. It does not represent an opinion, legal, or investment advice, nor does it create any obligation or responsibility for FiCAS.