Crypto ETF Milestones

Explore the pivotal moments in the history of U.S. crypto ETF approvals, from futures to spot products for Bitcoin and Ethereum.

The top 3

  1. First Bitcoin Futures ETF: The ProShares Bitcoin Strategy ETF (BITO) became the first Bitcoin futures ETF approved in the U.S. in October 2021.
  2. First Spot Bitcoin ETF: The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission approved the first 11 spot Bitcoin ETFs on January 10, 2024, marking a decade-long regulatory process.
  3. First Spot Ethereum ETF: The U.S. SEC approved the first spot Ethereum ETFs on May 23, 2024, with trading commencing on July 23, 2024.

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