Bitget App
Trade smarter
Open
HomepageSign up
Bitget>
News>
Markets>
FalconX Reportedly Set to Acquire 21Shares in Major Crypto Fund Deal

FalconX Reportedly Set to Acquire 21Shares in Major Crypto Fund Deal

Coinspeaker2025/10/21 16:00
By: By Parth Dubey Editor Hamza Tariq
BTC+2.07%B+8.18%DOGE+2.28%
FalconX is reportedly set to acquire leading ETP issuer 21Shares in a deal aimed at developing derivatives-based crypto funds.

Key Notes

  • FalconX is reportedly acquiring leading ETP issuer, 21Shares.
  • The merger will focus on derivatives-based crypto funds.
  • Move signals convergence between crypto trading infrastructure and asset management.

Institutional crypto trading firm FalconX is reportedly in talks to acquire 21Shares, one of the largest digital asset exchange-traded product (ETP) issuers globally. The deal will be financed through a mix of cash and equity.

The specific terms of this acquisition are not disclosed yet. However, executives from both firms confirmed that the merged entity will focus on launching crypto funds built around derivatives and structured investment products.

FalconX and 21Shares: Merging Trading Power With ETF Expertise

Founded in 2018 by Raghu Yarlagadda, FalconX has rapidly become a leading player in institutional crypto services. It has processed more than $2 trillion in trades and serves over 2,000 clients worldwide.

The company specializes in institutional trading, staking, and credit services, and reached an $8 billion valuation in its 2022 funding round.

Meanwhile, Zurich-based 21Shares, also founded in 2018, manages over $11 billion in assets across 55 listed exchange-traded products.

The firm had co-launched the first US spot Bitcoin ETF in partnership with ARK Investment.

Additionally, 21Shares has built one of the largest portfolios of altcoin ETPs, with products spanning Solana SOL $182.9 24h volatility: 5.9% Market cap: $100.02 B Vol. 24h: $8.19 B , Dogecoin DOGE $0.19 24h volatility: 7.1% Market cap: $28.83 B Vol. 24h: $2.66 B and diversified crypto indexes.

Report states that the merger aims to combine FalconX’s liquidity, custody, and derivatives infrastructure with 21Shares’ expertise in ETF design and distribution.

According to The Wall Street Journal, crypto trading firm FalconX has agreed to acquire 21Shares. Executives from both companies said the merged entity will focus on developing crypto funds based on derivatives and structured products. Deal terms were not disclosed, but the…

ETF Momentum Builds

The deal marks one of the most significant consolidations between a trading platform and an ETF manager in the crypto space. It comes at a time when many analysts believe the market may be entering a new “ETF season.”

Bloomberg’s senior ETF analyst Eric Balchunas recently noted that there are now 155 crypto ETP filings spanning 35 different cryptocurrencies, reflecting a surge in institutional interest.

Balchunas describes the wave of new filings as a potential “land rush” for crypto investment vehicles. He predicts that the number of products could exceed 200 within the next year.

There’s now 155 crypto ETP filings tracking 35 different digital assets. Could easily end up seeing over 200 hit mkt in next 12mo. Total land rush. Here’s the list by coin, amazing work from @JSeyff pic.twitter.com/dKyiySxn0H

Meanwhile, spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded a net inflow of $477.2 million on October 21 amid renewed bullish momentum.

Disclaimer: The content of this article solely reflects the author's opinion and does not represent the platform in any capacity. This article is not intended to serve as a reference for making investment decisions.
PoolX: Earn new token airdrops
Lock your assets and earn 10%+ APR
Lock now!

You may also like

Bitcoin Predicted to Reach $250,000 by Peter Brandt, with an Unexpected Twist

Macroeconomic Conditions Could Propel Bitcoin's Value, Yet Volatility Remains a Concern

Coineagle2025/10/23 21:39
T. Rowe Price Seeks Approval for Active Crypto ETF, Manages $1.8T in Assets

Amidst Market Volatility, Bitcoin's Potential Highs and Lows Discussed as T. Rowe Price Seeks Active Crypto ETF Approval

Coineagle2025/10/23 21:39
Whale Investors Eyeing Chainlink and Ethereum: Is $20 and $4K Value on the Horizon?

Large-Scale Investors Accumulate Chainlink and Ethereum Tokens, Potentially Driving Prices to New Highs

Coineagle2025/10/23 21:39
Tucker Carlson Faces Backlash from Bitcoin Enthusiasts for CIA-Satoshi Nakamoto Connection Claim

Controversy Ignites as Crypto Community Refutes Carlson's Claim of CIA Involvement in Bitcoin's Creation

Coineagle2025/10/23 21:39

Trending news

More
1
Bitcoin Predicted to Reach $250,000 by Peter Brandt, with an Unexpected Twist
2
T. Rowe Price Seeks Approval for Active Crypto ETF, Manages $1.8T in Assets

Crypto prices

More
Bitcoin
Bitcoin
BTC
$109,848.68
+2.12%
Ethereum
Ethereum
ETH
$3,840.63
+2.19%
Tether USDt
Tether USDt
USDT
$1
+0.05%
BNB
BNB
BNB
$1,117.47
+5.26%
XRP
XRP
XRP
$2.39
+1.64%
Solana
Solana
SOL
$189.14
+5.64%
USDC
USDC
USDC
$0.9999
+0.00%
TRON
TRON
TRX
$0.3150
-1.28%
Dogecoin
Dogecoin
DOGE
$0.1943
+3.32%
Cardano
Cardano
ADA
$0.6399
+3.53%
How to buy BTC
Bitget lists BTC – Buy or sell BTC quickly on Bitget!
Trade now
Become a trader now?A welcome pack worth 6200 USDT for new users!
Sign up now
Trade smarter