The decision differs from existing Swiss crypto exchange-traded products, which the SIX exchange currently classifies as debt securities rather than funds. To facilitate the launch, FINMA waived typical diversification rules for the investment vehicle while requiring the issuer to implement strict safeguards for storing the underlying assets.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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FINMA Approves Switzerland's First Retail Spot Bitcoin ETF
Crypto12 hours ago
Non-professional traders in Switzerland can now acquire a newly authorized investment fund that provides direct exposure to Bitcoin. The financial regulator FINMA approved the product, marking the first spot exchange-traded fund of its kind for retail investors in the country. Unlike previous crypto-linked offerings, the new vehicle operates under a regulated framework that includes specific mandates for custody, operational risk and disclosure.
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