BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, has made a significant investment of $144.3 million in Ethereum (ETH), according to Coinomedia. This move marks a notable shift in institutional focus towards digital assets beyond Bitcoin, as the market awaits a decision on potential spot Ethereum ETFs in the U.S. The investment highlights Ethereum's growing importance in traditional financial portfolios, which have been predominantly Bitcoin-centric. Analysts suggest that BlackRock's investment could be a strategic step towards launching an Ethereum ETF, similar to its previous approach with Bitcoin. If approved, such an ETF could increase demand for ETH and drive prices higher, indicating broader mainstream adoption.