Bitcoin pushed toward $75,000 as spot ETFs logged a six-day inflow streak totaling nearly $1 billion and over $600 million in short liquidations fueled the rally. Posted March 17, 2026 at 7:13 am EST. Bitcoin is pushing higher again, trading around $73,100 as of early morning, with momentum building after weeks of heavy selling. A key driver has been renewed institutional demand , especially through U.S. spot ETFs, which have now logged a six day inflow streak . Since March 9, Bitcoin ETFs have attracted nearly $1 billion in net inflows , with $199 million added in a single day . BlackRock’s IBIT and Fidelity’s fund led the charge, reinforcing the idea that large players are stepping back in as prices recover. At the same time, market structure is helping the move. Over $600 million in liquidations hit the market in the past 24 hours, with the majority coming from short positions , fueling a squeeze that pushed BTC toward $75,000 on Monday. This story is an excerpt from the Unchained Daily newsletter . Subscribe here to get these updates in your email for free Sentiment is also improving. The Fear and Greed Index has climbed out of extreme fear, while easing macro tensions have supported risk assets. Still, analysts caution the rally is flow driven , meaning it will need sustained demand to hold.