BlackRock Brings Bitcoin ETP to UK Retail Investors After FCA Ban Lift
BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, is set to launch its iShares Bitcoin ETP in the UK in the coming days. This marks a significant development in the UK's financial market, as the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has lifted its ban on retail investors accessing crypto investment products.
The iShares Bitcoin ETP is expected to be listed on or after October 8, 2025, providing regulated access to bitcoin for both institutional and retail investors on the London Stock Exchange. This launch signals that major financial institutions now consider cryptocurrency an integral part of modern portfolios.
The FCA's decision to reinstate retail investors' access to crypto-ETPs positions the UK as a progressive hub for digital innovations. This move is a turning point in UK financial market regulation, following the FCA's approval of products with exchange-traded bitcoin assets (ETP).
The launch of the iShares Bitcoin ETP is a significant step for bitcoin investments on one of the world's key financial markets. UK investors will now be able to explore bitcoin investments more safely due to the regulatory change, marking the beginning of a new era of accessibility and trust in cryptocurrency investments.
BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin ETP is expected to trade on the London Stock Exchange in the coming days, offering a regulated and accessible way for investors to gain exposure to bitcoin. This launch is a testament to the growing acceptance and integration of cryptocurrencies into mainstream financial markets.
