Bitcoin ETFs log seventh consecutive day of inflows as BTC holds above $80,000

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Spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds recorded $337.56 million in net inflows on August 24, marking a seventh straight day of positive flows. The sustained inflow streak has added institutional and retail capital to a bitcoin rally that initially gained momentum from a short squeeze. Bitcoin has continued to trade above the $80,000 level as buying pressure persists. The consecutive inflow run signals growing investor confidence in bitcoin-backed financial products during the current price upswing.

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