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In today’s issue, our first newsletter of 2025, Roxanna Islam from TMX VettaFi provides a comprehensive guide to the world of crypto ETFs, looking at what happened in 2024 and what’s expected in 2025.

Then, Griffin Kelly from The Daily Upside answers questions about ETFs in Ask an Expert.

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Crypto ETFs - 2024 in Review and Why They Still Matter in 2025

In the wider crypto market, exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have somewhat faded as other trends take center stage. However, for advisors, retail investors, and many institutional investors, ETFs remain crucial.

2024: Bitcoin’s Impact on ETFs

Here are some insights from 2024 (YTD through December 26):

• ETFs generated over $1 trillion in net inflows in 2024.
• The iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) was among the top performers, with strong inflows.

2025: Innovations in Crypto ETFs

Looking towards 2025, multiple ETF filings are underway. Key areas to watch include:

• The introduction of more spot ETFs.
• Unique index ETFs providing broader market exposure.
• New innovative products that blend different digital assets.

Q. What’s the global ETF industry status? America remains the primary hub for ETFs, but global adoption is increasing. Over 550 ETFs were launched in Asia-Pacific alone in the last year.

Q. What lies ahead for ETFs/ETPs? ETFs are set to dominate the investment landscape, especially with over $15 trillion in assets globally.

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