UK Authorities Approve Safe and Profitable Bitcoin Investments for Institutional Investors

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, has introduced the first physically-backed staking exchange-traded product (ETP) on the London Stock Exchange (LSE). This move represents a notable extension for its yield-focused Bitcoin product outside continental Europe. The 1Valour Bitcoin Physical Staking ETP, trading under the symbol 1VBS, allows institutional and professional clients to gain Bitcoin exposure with an estimated annual staking return of 1.4%, which is incorporated into the net asset value (NAV) on a daily basis Valour Debuts Bitcoin Staking ETP on LSE, Providing ... - CoinDesk [ 1 ]. Each ETP share is fully backed by an equivalent amount of Bitcoin stored in Copper’s institutional-grade cold storage, with Copper serving as a regulated custodian Valour [ 2 ]. The staking income is generated through Core Chain’s Satoshi Plus consensus, blending Delegated Proof of Work (DPoW) and Delegated Proof of Stake (DPoS), letting Bitcoin holders earn rewards while maintaining control of their assets Core Chain’s White Paper v1.0.6: Unlocking Bitcoin … [ 3 ].

The launch of this ETP coincides with regulatory changes in the UK, where new Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) guidelines will permit retail access to crypto-based investment vehicles beginning October 8, 2025 As the UK Moves Closer to Bitcoin ETFs, Will … [ 4 ]. At present, the product is only available to professional investors according to UK laws, but the FCA’s new framework intends to bring the UK’s market in line with the US and EU by supporting regulated, yield-generating Bitcoin products. This change is part of a broader strategy to boost the UK’s standing in

markets. DeFi Technologies’ CEO Olivier Roussy Newton has noted that the product is designed to connect traditional capital markets with the emerging world of decentralized finance DEFT Press Release: DeFi Technologies' Subsidiary Valour Digital ... [ 5 ].

Valour’s Bitcoin staking ETP adds to its growing suite of more than 85 ETPs listed on leading European stock exchanges, including LSE, SIX Swiss Exchange, and Euronext. The product is structured for transparency, with daily updates on NAV, Bitcoin allocations, and indicative pricing Valour launches bitcoin staking ETP on London Stock Exchange [ 6 ]. The yield is produced by timelocking Bitcoin using Core Chain’s CheckLockTimeVerify (CLTV) opcode, allowing participants to earn CORE token rewards without exposing their assets to conventional staking risks such as slashing Self-Custodial Bitcoin Staking (Timelocking) | Core DAO Official ... [ 7 ]. These rewards are converted back into Bitcoin and credited to the ETP, enhancing its income-generating capabilities.

The launch is backed by DeFi Technologies’ ongoing investments in digital asset infrastructure, highlighted by Valour’s partnership with Core DAO to advance non-custodial staking options. Valour intends to commit $200 million in Bitcoin to help secure the network and broaden its product portfolio World’s First Bitcoin Staking ETP Launches on London Stock … [ 8 ]. Company leaders, including Chairman Dr. Manfred Knof and General Counsel Philippe Lucet, have emphasized the ETP’s importance in offering professional investors a secure, regulated gateway to digital assets DeFi Technologies' Subsidiary Valour Digital Securities Limited ... [ 9 ].

The market has responded favorably to the announcement, with DeFi Technologies’ stock price climbing 5% on Nasdaq as a result World’s First Bitcoin Staking ETP Launches on London Stock … [ 10 ]. Experts believe that the introduction of this ETP could accelerate the adoption of Bitcoin staking among institutions, especially as interest in yield-producing crypto assets increases. The UK's move to accommodate crypto ETPs is viewed as a push to synchronize with global markets, where similar products have been offered in Europe since 2018 and in the US since 2024 As the UK Moves Closer to Bitcoin ETFs, Will … [ 11 ].

Valour’s Bitcoin staking ETP highlights the evolution of digital asset markets and the growing integration of cryptocurrencies into mainstream investment channels. With the UK preparing to grant retail investors access to crypto-based products, Valour is positioning itself as a leader in providing regulated, yield-oriented Bitcoin investment opportunities for both institutions and, soon, individual investors.