Introduction
In a significant move towards embracing digital currencies, Virtune has made history by launching Finland’s first crypto exchange-traded products (ETPs) on Nasdaq Helsinki. With this groundbreaking launch, Finnish investors are now offered a regulated pathway to invest in crypto assets, representing a pivotal moment in the country’s financial landscape.
Historic Launch of Crypto ETPs
On January 20, 2025, Virtune, the Swedish regulated crypto asset manager, announced the introduction of five different crypto ETPs. This marks a major milestone for Finland, as it becomes the first country in the Nordics to offer such products in euros. The launch brings together several firsts, including the first-ever crypto ETPs admitted to trading on Nasdaq Helsinki and the largest simultaneous crypto ETP launch in the Nordic region’s history.
Details of the ETP Offerings
The ETP lineup includes:
- Virtune Bitcoin ETP (Ticker: VIRBTCE): Direct exposure to Bitcoin.
- Virtune Staked Ethereum ETP (Ticker: VIRETHE): Offers Ethereum exposure along with staking benefits, increasing annual returns.
- Virtune XRP ETP (Ticker: VIRXRPE): Provides exposure to XRP.
- Virtune Staked Solana ETP (Ticker: VIRSOLE): Combines Solana exposure with staking benefits, yielding an additional 3% annual return.
- Virtune Crypto Altcoin Index ETP (Ticker: VIRALTE): An equal-weighted basket of up to 10 leading alternative crypto assets, rebalanced monthly.
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