Bitcoin (BTC) Becomes Mainstream Thanks to IBIT, MSBT and ETF Process

In January 2024, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission approved spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds, including the iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) and other products. These ETFs allow investors to gain Bitcoin exposure through traditional brokerage accounts without directly purchasing or storing the cryptocurrency. As of 2026, multiple Bitcoin ETFs trade on U.S. stock exchanges.

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