Jacobi’s Bitcoin ETF Opens Doors to European Retail Investors After Regulatory Green Light
Jacobi Asset Management has unlocked retail access to its bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded fund (ETF), following a regulatory update in Guernsey that removes previous restrictions on minimum investment and professional-only eligibility.
Previously limited to institutional investors, the Jacobi Bitcoin ETF—launched in 2023 on Euronext Amsterdam—was structured to meet high standards of security, compliance, and transparency. Now, with approval from Guernsey’s financial authority, everyday investors in Europe can participate in the continent’s first officially listed spot bitcoin ETF.
The shift comes as bitcoin continues to gain institutional legitimacy and as regulators across Europe adapt to the evolving digital asset landscape. Jacobi worked in partnership with legal and regulatory experts, including Collas Crill, Midshore Consulting, and Sigma Asset Management, to navigate the changes.
The fund remains under the custody of Zodia Custody, ensuring that institutional-grade security is maintained as it expands to a broader investor base.
“This ETF was built on a foundation of regulatory trust and investor confidence,” said Peter Lane, CEO of Jacobi Asset Management. “With the regulatory framework maturing and bitcoin becoming more widely accepted, we’re thrilled to extend access to retail investors across eligible regions.”
Lane also highlighted the development as a major step for both Jacobi and Guernsey’s growing reputation as a digital asset hub: “This is more than a win for our firm—it’s a statement about Guernsey’s readiness to support innovation in the digital asset space.”
With access now widened through regulated brokers and platforms, the Jacobi Bitcoin ETF aims to offer more inclusive exposure to bitcoin while maintaining strict compliance with local laws.
