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Bitcoin ETFs Explained: Everything You Need to Know

Published 12/26/2023, 03:25 PM
Updated 12/26/2023, 03:45 PM
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Introduction

Investing in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin comes with the technical intricacies of managing a digital wallet and the responsibility of safeguarding the wallet’s private keys. However, exchange-traded funds (ETFs) abstract these challenges for intending crypto investors, particularly institutions, by granting them exposure to their desired asset class without management responsibilities.

Table of contents

  • Introduction
  • What is Bitcoin ETF?
  • Types of Bitcoin ETF
    • Spot Bitcoin ETF
    • How Spot Bitcoin ETFs Work
    • Bitcoin Futures ETF
  • How Bitcoin Futures ETFs Work
  • Spot Bitcoin ETF vs. Futures Bitcoin ETF
  • Current Spot Bitcoin ETF Trend
  • Can Bitcoin ETFs Impact Bitcoin Price?
    • Increased Demand
    • Market Validation
    • Trading Activity
  • Conclusion

What is Bitcoin ETF?

A Bitcoin ETF is a financial product or investment fund that tracks the price of Bitcoin. Bitcoin ETF enables investors to participate in the price fluctuations of Bitcoin without the necessity of directly owning the cryptocurrency.

Also, while Bitcoin tokens are traded on crypto exchanges, a Bitcoin ETF trades on the stock market, blending the attributes and potential advantages of mutual funds, stocks, and bonds.

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