Spot ETF

A Spot ETF is a fund that directly holds actual cryptocurrency (like Bitcoin or Ethereum) and trades on a stock exchange, letting you buy shares of it like a regular stock. Before spot ETFs existed, crypto investors had to use specialized exchanges and digital wallets—now you can own crypto exposure through your regular brokerage account. This matters because it's simpler, safer for beginners, and brings crypto into mainstream investing. For example, instead of buying Bitcoin directly on a crypto exchange, you could buy shares of a Bitcoin Spot ETF through your stock broker. The ETF handles the actual crypto storage, so you don't have to worry about digital security yourself.