Despite a sharp pullback across major coins, institutional participation in crypto markets has stayed resilient. Fund inflows into Bitcoin ETFs rose 4% this week, while long-only desks maintained allocations to top-tier assets. Traders said subdued volatility in stablecoins and improving liquidity conditions hint at renewed structural interest. Altcoins, however, continued to lag as speculative capital exited riskier tokens. Market observers expect professional demand to increase once regulatory frameworks in the U.S. and Europe clarify, potentially creating a more balanced risk-reward profile for institutional portfolios.