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By James Van Straten, AI Boost|Edited by Parikshit Mishra
Jun 3, 2025, 10:00 a.m.
- Retail investors can now access the Jacobi Bitcoin ETF through regulated investment platforms, increasing accessibility across Europe.
- Guernsey’s regulatory leadership reinforces its role as a hub for compliant digital asset innovation.
Jacobi Asset Management has lowered entry barriers for its bitcoin
exchange-traded fund (ETF), allowing European retail investors to participate for the first time. This follows the removal of professional-only and minimum investment requirements by the Guernsey regulator.
Originally launched in 2023 on Euronext Amsterdam, the ETF was designed to meet institutional grade standards for security, transparency, and compliance.
Until now, access was limited to professional investors in line with regulatory requirements and market maturity.
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However, with the evolving financial ecosystem and growing institutional and governmental acceptance of bitcoin, Jacobi has worked closely with partners including Collas Crill, Midshore Consulting, and Sigma Asset Management to secure the removal of restrictions on retail participation.
This strategic shift enables broader access to the ETF through regulated brokerage and investment platforms, subject to national regulations, significantly enhancing market inclusivity. The fund continues to be safeguarded by Zodia Custody, which provides secure institutional grade custody solutions.
“Our fund was designed from day one with a regulated, institutional-grade structure that investors could trust and were familiar with. Now, with greater regulatory alignment and growing public interest, we’re delighted to expand access to all investors across eligible jurisdictions,” said Peter Lane, CEO of Jacobi Asset Management.
“This marks a milestone not only for Jacobi, but also for Guernsey’s positioning as a forward-looking digital asset jurisdiction,” he added.
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James Van Straten is a Senior Analyst at CoinDesk, specializing in Bitcoin and its interplay with the macroeconomic environment. Previously, James worked as a Research Analyst at Saidler & Co., a Swiss hedge fund, where he developed expertise in on-chain analytics. His work focuses on monitoring flows to analyze Bitcoin’s role within the broader financial system.
In addition to his professional endeavors, James serves as an advisor to Coinsilium, a UK publicly traded company, where he provides guidance on their Bitcoin treasury strategy. He also holds investments in Bitcoin and Strategy (MSTR).
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