Digital Asset Flows Decline in Q1 2026, Driven by Corporate Treasury Purchases

JPMorgan analysts have reported that digital asset flows reached approximately $11 billion in the first quarter of 2026, marking a significant decrease compared to the same period last year. According to NS3.AI, the analysts attributed the majority of inflows to corporate treasury Bitcoin acquisitions and concentrated crypto venture capital funding, rather than contributions from retail or institutional investors. Additionally, the analysts noted a weakening in CME futures positioning and net outflows from spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs during the quarter, particularly in January.