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Spot Bitcoin ETF: Why Vanguard Could Finally Join BlackRock
May 16, 2024 9:28 AM - Parth Sanghvi
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It appears that Vanguard, the $7.7 trillion investment management company, might be poised to enter the spot Bitcoin ETF ecosystem with a potential new backer. This development comes as Vanguard welcomes its new chief executive officer (CEO), Salim Ramji, who brings with him a wealth of experience from his tenure at BlackRock.
Salim Ramji, formerly at BlackRock, played a pivotal role in overseeing the launch of BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), which has seen significant success since its inception in January. With his experience and understanding of the potential of Bitcoin ETFs, Ramji could potentially influence Vanguard's approach to embracing this burgeoning asset class.
Vanguard's historical reluctance towards Bitcoin ETFs, including discontinuing support for Bitcoin trading on its platforms, contrasts sharply with the growing trend among major financial institutions to embrace cryptocurrency. However, with Ramji at the helm, there may be a shift in Vanguard's stance.
Ramji's appointment marks a potential turning point for Vanguard, as it navigates the evolving landscape of digital assets and embraces new technologies. As other financial giants like BlackRock, Morgan Stanley, UBS, and Susquehanna International Group enter the Bitcoin ETF market, Vanguard may reconsider its position and explore opportunities in this rapidly growing sector.
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