Bitwise makes strategic move to list four crypto ETPs on Ethereum price prediction dailyLondon's premier exchange
New listings include physically-backed Bitcoin and Ethereum products alongside staking options
European expansion accelerates following ETC Group acquisition last year
In a significant development for European crypto markets, Bitwise Asset Management has successfully listed four of its Germany-issued crypto Exchange-Traded Products (ETPs) on the London Stock Exchange. This strategic listing includes the Bitwise Core Bitcoin ETP (BTC1), Bitwise Physical Bitcoin ETP (BTCE), Bitwise Physical Ethereum ETP (ZETH), and Bitwise Ethereum Staking ETP (ET32), providing UK investors with new regulated avenues for crypto exposure.
Institutional-Grade Crypto Access Comes to London
The London listings represent Bitwise's latest effort to bridge traditional finance with digital assets. Bradley Duke, Managing Director and Head of Bitwise Europe, emphasized the significance of this development: "The London Stock Exchange represents a crucial gateway for institutional investors entering the digital asset space. Our physically-backed and staking-enabled ETPs provide the security and transparency that professional investors demand."
These products offer several advantages for UK-based investors:
- Seamless integration with standard brokerage accounts
- Potential eligibility for SIPP and ISA investment vehicles
- Physically-backed crypto exposure with institutional custody
- Staking rewards for Ethereum holders through ET32
Bitwise's European expansion has gained momentum since its acquisition of ETC Group, with recent product launches including Solana and Aptos staking ETPs. The firm now offers one of the most comprehensive suites of crypto investment products across multiple European exchanges.
Market analysts observe that this listing comes at a time when European regulators are taking a more structured approach to crypto assets, with MiCA regulations set to standardize oversight across EU markets. Bitwise's decision to list German-issued products in London demonstrates the growing interconnectedness of European crypto markets.
"The ability to offer these products through established investment accounts removes significant barriers to entry," noted a Bitwise spokesperson. "We're seeing particular interest from wealth managers looking to allocate small percentages to digital assets within balanced portfolios."
With trading now live on the London Stock Exchange, market participants will be watching closely to see how these products perform in one of Europe's most liquid markets. The listings could potentially pave the way for similar products from other asset managers seeking to serve the growing institutional demand for crypto exposure.