SOL and XRP ETFs Attract $41M and $38M Inflows Amid BTC and ETH Outflows
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 12 2026- Market Trend Shift: Following significant outflows of $681.01 million from Bitcoin and $68.57 million from Ethereum ETFs, SOL and XRP ETFs attracted inflows of $41.08 million and $38.07 million respectively, indicating a rising interest in altcoins that could reshape the digital asset investment landscape.
- Investor Confidence Boost: The inflows into SOL and XRP reflect growing confidence in these altcoins, particularly as SOL gains traction in DeFi and NFTs, while XRP benefits from partial legal clarity in the U.S., potentially attracting more institutional investors.
- Impact of Market Uncertainty: The outflows from Bitcoin and Ethereum are attributed to broader market uncertainty and profit-taking, suggesting that investors may be reassessing their portfolios and shifting towards altcoins with perceived higher potential.
- Future Outlook: Should this trend persist, altcoin-focused ETFs could gain a stronger foothold in the crypto market, potentially reshaping the overall digital asset investment landscape and attracting more capital inflows.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
