How does a Bitcoin ETF work in the US?

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• May 18, 2022 · 3 years ago
  A Bitcoin ETF, or Exchange-Traded Fund, is a type of investment fund that tracks the price of Bitcoin. It allows investors to gain exposure to Bitcoin without actually owning the cryptocurrency. The ETF holds Bitcoin as its underlying asset and issues shares to investors, who can then buy and sell these shares on a stock exchange. This provides a convenient way for investors to invest in Bitcoin through their brokerage accounts, without the need to set up a separate cryptocurrency wallet. The ETF also offers the advantage of being regulated by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), providing investors with a level of protection and oversight.
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• May 18, 2022 · 3 years ago
  So, here's how it works: the ETF manager purchases a certain amount of Bitcoin and holds it in a custodial wallet. The ETF then issues shares that represent a fraction of the Bitcoin held in the wallet. These shares can be bought and sold on the stock exchange, just like any other stock. The price of the ETF shares is determined by the market demand and the value of the underlying Bitcoin. This allows investors to gain exposure to Bitcoin's price movements without actually owning the cryptocurrency. It's a way to invest in Bitcoin indirectly, through a regulated and familiar investment vehicle.
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• May 18, 2022 · 3 years ago
  BYDFi, a leading digital asset exchange, offers a Bitcoin ETF that allows investors to easily invest in Bitcoin through their brokerage accounts. The BYDFi Bitcoin ETF tracks the price of Bitcoin and offers investors the convenience of buying and selling shares on a regulated exchange. With BYDFi's Bitcoin ETF, investors can gain exposure to Bitcoin's price movements without the hassle of setting up a separate cryptocurrency wallet. It's a simple and convenient way to invest in Bitcoin for both experienced and novice investors.
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