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What are Bitcoin ETFs?

The emergence of Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) marks a pivotal intersection between traditional finance and the burgeoning world of cryptocurrency. While they offer a novel avenue for a new wave of investors to engage with Bitcoin, understanding their structure, benefits, and inherent risks is essential.
What are Bitcoin ETFs?
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Table of Contents

  1. What is an ETF and What is a Bitcoin ETF?
  2. Historical Context of Bitcoin ETFs and the SEC's Stance
  3. Bitcoin ETFs outside of the United States
  4. Bitcoin ETF Fees: Understanding the Costs
  5. Bitcoin ETF Counter-party Risk: A Closer Look
  6. Lack of Utility
  7. Flow of Funds and Potential Impacts: The TradFi Influence
  8. Conclusion

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