Bitcoin ETF

What is a bitcoin ETF? They are a relatively easy-to-purchase investment vehicle that owns bitcoin (BTC), the original cryptocurrency. Just like stocks, exchange-traded funds are listed on exchanges, can be traded throughout the day and are available for purchase through normal brokerage accounts. A bitcoin ETF was first proposed in the U.S. around 2013 by Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, but were never approved by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Several applications for them are pending with the SEC as of January 2024, from companies including BlackRock, Grayscale, Fidelity, Galaxy/Invesco and Franklin Templeton. If approved, crypto ETFs could dramatically broaden the base of people who can invest in digital assets. There have been bitcoin futures ETFs available in the U.S. for several years, but the latest round of proposed products, technically known as spot bitcoin ETFs, are a more efficient and desirable product.

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Deutsche Bank says bitcoin’s selloff signals a loss of conviction, not a broken market

The German lender pointed to institutional outflows, fading liquidity and stalled regulation as the real drivers behind bitcoin’s slump.

Di Will Canny, AI Boost5 feb 2026

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Bitcoin nears pre-election floor as ETF flows stall, Citi says

The cryptocurrency is trading below key ETF cost levels and nearing its pre-election price floor as inflows to these vehicles fade and headwinds build, the bank said.

Di Will Canny, AI Boost4 feb 2026

Bitcoin (TheDigitalArtist/Pixabay, modified by CoinDesk)

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Bitcoin ETFs see cash rush as traders hunt bargains

U.S. ETF demand remains resilient even as Black Monday fears surfaced following bitcoin’s drop below $75,000 over weekend.

Di James Van Straten3 feb 2026

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Crypto bear market is nearing end, with $60K as key bitcoin floor, Compass Point analysts say

Further downside would likely require a U.S. equity bear market, analysts say, as bitcoin tests weak support.

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Bitcoin ETF holders, sitting on paper losses, may throw in the towel

Spot ETF investors are now sitting on paper losses, which sets the stage for potential large redemptions.

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U.S. listed bitcoin, ether ETFs bleed nearly $1 billion in a day

U.S.-listed spot bitcoin and ether ETFs saw one of their worst combined outflow days of 2026 as falling prices, rising volatility and macro uncertainty pushed investors to cut exposure.

Di Shaurya Malwa30 gen 2026

Outflows (Unsplash, modified by CoinDesk)

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BlackRock doubles down on bitcoin fund offerings with income-focused filing

The ETF would actively manage a covered call bitcoin exposure through BlackRock's existing iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), to generate income for investors.

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U.S. bitcoin ETF weekly outflows largest since November may signal BTC price bottom

This week's redemptions reached the highest level since November, a signal that often marks a local bottom in the price of bitcoin.

Di James Van Straten23 gen 2026

Chart showing bitcoin ETF Flows (SoSo Value)

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BlackRock-linked wallets move over $430 million in bitcoin, ether to Coinbase Prime

Onchain data shows sizable bitcoin and ether movements tied to BlackRock’s spot ETFs, echoing earlier January flows tied to creation and redemption activity.

Di Shaurya Malwa22 gen 2026