21Shares Bridges DeFi and Regulated Markets with Expanded ETP Portfolio

21Shares AG, one of Europe's largest cryptocurrency exchange-traded product (ETP) providers, has expanded its portfolio with six new physically backed crypto ETPs on Nasdaq Stockholm, signaling growing institutional and retail demand for regulated digital-asset exposure in the Nordic region. The new products include single-asset ETPs for Aave (AAVE), Cardano (ADA), Chainlink (LINK), and Polkadot (DOT), alongside two index-based offerings: the 21Shares Crypto Basket Index ETP (HODL) and the Crypto Basket 10 Core ETP (HODLX) as reported. This brings the firm's total ETPs on the Swedish exchange to 16, spanning large-cap cryptocurrencies, staking strategies, and thematic baskets according to the report.

The expansion underscores 21Shares' strategy to provide diversified, cost-efficient access to digital assets through institutional-grade infrastructure. "We continue to see strong demand from Nordic investors seeking transparent and regulated solutions," said Alistair Byas Perry, Head of EU Investments and Capital Markets at 21Shares. The firm's ETPs are fully collateralized and physically backed, with assets stored by institutional custodians such as Coinbase Custody, eliminating the need for individual wallet management as noted. This approach aligns with rising investor preference for products that mitigate custody risks while simplifying compliance according to analysis.

The new listings follow recent additions to 21Shares' portfolio, including the 21Shares Solana ETP (ASOL), which debuted on Nov. 19 amid broader market volatility as reported. The firm now oversees approximately $8 billion in assets under management (AUM) across European exchanges, including SIX Swiss Exchange, Euronext, and the London Stock Exchange according to data. Its products account for roughly 4% of the $191.5 billion in global crypto ETP assets, with half of its AUM concentrated in U.S. partnerships, notably with ARK Invest according to market analysis.

With these additions, Nordic investors gain exposure to a broader range of crypto strategies, from single-coin bets to diversified baskets, all traded on regulated exchanges. As 21Shares continues to expand its footprint, the firm's focus on transparency and institutional-grade custody is likely to further solidify trust in crypto ETPs amid an evolving regulatory landscape as reported.