BTC fund debuts amid renewed investor interest in crypto markets.
The launch follows similar moves in the US and KH, with Bitcoin prices nearly tripling since 2023.
The
Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) marked a milestone on Thursday with the
launch of the country's first Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded fund (ETF) on its
main stock market. The VanEck Bitcoin ETF (VBTC)
debuted with approximately AUD990,000 ($660,429) in assets, signaling a growing
appetite among investors for cryptocurrency-related products.
Australia's Main Stock
Exchange Welcomes First Bitcoin ETF
The
launch comes after more than three years of discussions between fund
managers and the ASX, as the exchange operator sought to ensure proper
safeguards were in place. While the VanEck Bitcoin ETF will not directly own Bitcoin,
it will invest in the US-listed VanEck Bitcoin Trust (HODL), which
made its debut in January.
The launch
of the VanEck Bitcoin ETF follows a wave of similar products hitting the market
in other countries. In the United States, investors have poured billions of
dollars into cryptocurrency ETFs since several products received regulatory
approval in early 2024. Hong
Kong also joined the trend in April, introducing six cryptocurrency funds,
although investor interest there has been relatively subdued compared to the US.
BTC ETF debuted on ASX. Source: Tradingview.com
“The demand
for access to Bitcoin via a listed vehicle traded on ASX has been increasing,
and many of our clients have told us that their clients are already positioned
to have an allocation ready to invest,” said Arian Neiron, CEO and Managing
Director at VanEck Asia Pacific.
While the
VanEck Bitcoin ETF is the first fund of its kind to be listed on the ASX, it is
not the only cryptocurrency-related product available to Australian investors.
The local subsidiary of CBOE Global Markets (CBOE) operates a competitor
exchange that already
hosts several bitcoin ETFs.
Bitcoin,
the world's largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, has experienced a
significant resurgence in 2023, with its price nearly tripling since the start
of the year. However, the digital asset's value has plateaued in recent months
after reaching a peak in March.
As the
VanEck Bitcoin ETF begins trading alongside some of Australia's most well-known
corporations, such as BHP (BHP) and Commonwealth Bank (CBA), it remains to be
seen how investors will respond to this new investment vehicle and whether it
will pave the way for more cryptocurrency-related products on the ASX in the
future.
The market
for cryptocurrency ETFs is now eagerly awaiting the introduction of the
first-ever physically-backed funds for Ethereum (ETH), the second-largest
digital asset by market capitalization. Although the US SEC accepted
preliminary applications from issuers a month ago, the final approval has
not yet occurred.
The
Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) marked a milestone on Thursday with the
launch of the country's first Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded fund (ETF) on its
main stock market. The VanEck Bitcoin ETF (VBTC)
debuted with approximately AUD990,000 ($660,429) in assets, signaling a growing
appetite among investors for cryptocurrency-related products.
Australia's Main Stock
Exchange Welcomes First Bitcoin ETF
The
launch comes after more than three years of discussions between fund
managers and the ASX, as the exchange operator sought to ensure proper
safeguards were in place. While the VanEck Bitcoin ETF will not directly own Bitcoin,
it will invest in the US-listed VanEck Bitcoin Trust (HODL), which
made its debut in January.
The launch
of the VanEck Bitcoin ETF follows a wave of similar products hitting the market
in other countries. In the United States, investors have poured billions of
dollars into cryptocurrency ETFs since several products received regulatory
approval in early 2024. Hong
Kong also joined the trend in April, introducing six cryptocurrency funds,
although investor interest there has been relatively subdued compared to the US.
BTC ETF debuted on ASX. Source: Tradingview.com
“The demand
for access to Bitcoin via a listed vehicle traded on ASX has been increasing,
and many of our clients have told us that their clients are already positioned
to have an allocation ready to invest,” said Arian Neiron, CEO and Managing
Director at VanEck Asia Pacific.
While the
VanEck Bitcoin ETF is the first fund of its kind to be listed on the ASX, it is
not the only cryptocurrency-related product available to Australian investors.
The local subsidiary of CBOE Global Markets (CBOE) operates a competitor
exchange that already
hosts several bitcoin ETFs.
Bitcoin,
the world's largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, has experienced a
significant resurgence in 2023, with its price nearly tripling since the start
of the year. However, the digital asset's value has plateaued in recent months
after reaching a peak in March.
As the
VanEck Bitcoin ETF begins trading alongside some of Australia's most well-known
corporations, such as BHP (BHP) and Commonwealth Bank (CBA), it remains to be
seen how investors will respond to this new investment vehicle and whether it
will pave the way for more cryptocurrency-related products on the ASX in the
future.
The market
for cryptocurrency ETFs is now eagerly awaiting the introduction of the
first-ever physically-backed funds for Ethereum (ETH), the second-largest
digital asset by market capitalization. Although the US SEC accepted
preliminary applications from issuers a month ago, the final approval has
not yet occurred.
Damian's adventure with financial markets began at the Cracow University of Economics, where he obtained his MA in finance and accounting. Starting from the retail trader perspective, he collaborated with brokerage houses and financial portals in Poland as an independent editor and content manager. His adventure with Finance Magnates began in 2016, where he is working as a business intelligence analyst.
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Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
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Interview with Jas Shah
Builder | Adviser | Fintech Writer | Product Strategist
In this episode, Jonathan Fine sat down with Jas Shah, one of the most thoughtful voices in global fintech. Known for his work across advisory, product, stablecoins, and his widely read writing, Jas brings a rare combination of industry insight and plain-spoken clarity.
We talk about his first impression of the Summit, the projects that keep him busy today, and how they connect to the stablecoin panel he joined. Jas shares his view on the link between fintech, wealthtech and retail brokers, especially as firms like Revolut, eToro and Trading212 blur long-standing lines in the market.
We also explore what stablecoin adoption might look like for retail investment platforms, including a few product and UX angles that are not obvious at first glance.
To close, Jas explains how he thinks about writing, and how he approaches “shipping” pieces that spark debate across the industry.
Interview with Jas Shah
Builder | Adviser | Fintech Writer | Product Strategist
In this episode, Jonathan Fine sat down with Jas Shah, one of the most thoughtful voices in global fintech. Known for his work across advisory, product, stablecoins, and his widely read writing, Jas brings a rare combination of industry insight and plain-spoken clarity.
We talk about his first impression of the Summit, the projects that keep him busy today, and how they connect to the stablecoin panel he joined. Jas shares his view on the link between fintech, wealthtech and retail brokers, especially as firms like Revolut, eToro and Trading212 blur long-standing lines in the market.
We also explore what stablecoin adoption might look like for retail investment platforms, including a few product and UX angles that are not obvious at first glance.
To close, Jas explains how he thinks about writing, and how he approaches “shipping” pieces that spark debate across the industry.
Vitalii Bulynin Talks About Versus Trade, New Pairs, and Big Plans
Vitalii Bulynin Talks About Versus Trade, New Pairs, and Big Plans
In this interview, Versus Trade Co-Founder Vitalii Bulynin explains how the company got its license fast, why its trading pairs are fresh and fun, and what the team will build next.
He also discusses the most active pairs, the IB and MIB plans, and hiring needs for new markets.
Watch the whole talk to learn more about how Versus Trade works and where it is heading.
#financemagnates #VersusTrade #TradingPairs #BTCvsGold #goldtrading #innovation
In this interview, Versus Trade Co-Founder Vitalii Bulynin explains how the company got its license fast, why its trading pairs are fresh and fun, and what the team will build next.
He also discusses the most active pairs, the IB and MIB plans, and hiring needs for new markets.
Watch the whole talk to learn more about how Versus Trade works and where it is heading.
#financemagnates #VersusTrade #TradingPairs #BTCvsGold #goldtrading #innovation
Marketing in 2026 Audiences, Costs, and Smarter AI
Marketing in 2026 Audiences, Costs, and Smarter AI
As brokers eye B2B business and compete with fintechs and crypto exchanges alike, marketers need to act wisely with often limited budgets. AI can offer scalable solutions, but only if used properly.
Join seasoned marketing executives and specialists as they discuss the main challenges they identify in financial services in 2026 and how they address them.
Attendees of this session will walk away with:
- A nuts-and-bolts account of acquisition costs across platforms and geos
- Analysis of today’s multi-layered audience segments and differences in behaviour
- First-hand account of how global brokers balance consistency and local flavour
- Notes from the field about intelligently using AI and automation in marketing
Speakers:
-Yam Yehoshua, Editor-In-Chief at Finance Magnates
-Federico Paderni, Managing Director for Growth Markets in Europe at X
-Jo Benton, Chief Marketing Officer, Consulting | Fractional CMO
-Itai Levitan, Head of Strategy at investingLive
-Roberto Napolitano, CMO at Innovate Finance
-Tony Cross, Director at Monk Communications
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #FintechMarketing #AI #DigitalStrategy #Fintech #Innovation
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As brokers eye B2B business and compete with fintechs and crypto exchanges alike, marketers need to act wisely with often limited budgets. AI can offer scalable solutions, but only if used properly.
Join seasoned marketing executives and specialists as they discuss the main challenges they identify in financial services in 2026 and how they address them.
Attendees of this session will walk away with:
- A nuts-and-bolts account of acquisition costs across platforms and geos
- Analysis of today’s multi-layered audience segments and differences in behaviour
- First-hand account of how global brokers balance consistency and local flavour
- Notes from the field about intelligently using AI and automation in marketing
Speakers:
-Yam Yehoshua, Editor-In-Chief at Finance Magnates
-Federico Paderni, Managing Director for Growth Markets in Europe at X
-Jo Benton, Chief Marketing Officer, Consulting | Fractional CMO
-Itai Levitan, Head of Strategy at investingLive
-Roberto Napolitano, CMO at Innovate Finance
-Tony Cross, Director at Monk Communications
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #FintechMarketing #AI #DigitalStrategy #Fintech #Innovation
Connect with us at:
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Fail Better Trading Tech to Tackle Industry Risks
Fail Better Trading Tech to Tackle Industry Risks
Much like their traders in the market, brokers must diversify to manage risk and stay resilient. But that can get costly, clunky, and lengthy.
This candid panel brings together builders across the trading infrastructure space to uncover the shifting dynamics behind tools, interfaces, and full-stack ambitions.
Attendees will hear:
-Why platform dependency has become one of the most overlooked risks in the trading business?
-Buy vs. build: What do hybrid models look like, and why are industry graveyards filled with failed ‘killer apps’?
-How AI is already changing execution, risk, and reporting—and what’s next?
-Which features, assets, and tools gain the most traction, and where brokers should look for tech-driven retention?
Speakers:
-Stephen Miles, Chief Revenue Officer at FYNXT
-John Morris, Co-Founder at FXBlue
-Matthew Smith, Group Chair & CEO at EC Markets
-Tom Higgins, Founder & CEO at Gold-i
-Gil Ben Hur, Founder at 5% Group
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #Brokers #Trading #Fintech #FintechInnovation #TradingTechnology #Innovation
Connect with us at:
🔗 LinkedIn: / financemagnates-events
👍 Facebook: / financemagnatesevents
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🐦 Twitter: / f_m_events
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Much like their traders in the market, brokers must diversify to manage risk and stay resilient. But that can get costly, clunky, and lengthy.
This candid panel brings together builders across the trading infrastructure space to uncover the shifting dynamics behind tools, interfaces, and full-stack ambitions.
Attendees will hear:
-Why platform dependency has become one of the most overlooked risks in the trading business?
-Buy vs. build: What do hybrid models look like, and why are industry graveyards filled with failed ‘killer apps’?
-How AI is already changing execution, risk, and reporting—and what’s next?
-Which features, assets, and tools gain the most traction, and where brokers should look for tech-driven retention?
Speakers:
-Stephen Miles, Chief Revenue Officer at FYNXT
-John Morris, Co-Founder at FXBlue
-Matthew Smith, Group Chair & CEO at EC Markets
-Tom Higgins, Founder & CEO at Gold-i
-Gil Ben Hur, Founder at 5% Group
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #Brokers #Trading #Fintech #FintechInnovation #TradingTechnology #Innovation
Connect with us at:
🔗 LinkedIn: / financemagnates-events
👍 Facebook: / financemagnatesevents
📸 Instagram: / fmevents_official
🐦 Twitter: / f_m_events
🎥 TikTok: / fmevents_official
