21Shares, a pioneer in crypto-based exchange-traded products (ETPs), has introduced the 21Shares Future of Crypto Index ETP—Europe’s most diversified crypto basket offering. Designed to bridge foundational and emerging sectors, this ETP provides investors with targeted exposure to high-growth crypto sub-themes through a single investment vehicle.
Key Features of the ETP
- Dual Listing: Traded on Euronext Paris (EUR: FUTR FP) and Euronext Amsterdam (USD: FUTR NA).
- Dynamic Allocation: Covers 80% of the crypto ecosystem via a balanced portfolio strategy.
- Physical Replication: Each ETP share is 100% collateralized by underlying assets stored in institutional-grade cold storage.
Hany Rashwan, CEO of 21Shares, emphasized the product’s role in democratizing crypto access: "FUTR represents our first mega-theme ETP, ideal for investors ready to explore beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum."
Index Methodology: Thematic Diversification
The ETP tracks the 21Shares Future of Crypto Index, which categorizes assets using the Global Crypto Classification Standard (GCCS). The index targets six growth-driven sub-themes:
| Sub-Theme | Target Weight | Key Examples |
|-------------------------|--------------|-----------------------------|
| Payment Platforms | 30% | Bitcoin |
| Smart Contract Platforms| 30% | Ethereum, Solana |
| Blockchain Accelerators | 10% | Polygon, Arbitrum |
| DeFi | 10% | Uniswap, AAVE |
| AI & Data Solutions | 10% | Filecoin, The Graph |
| Social & Gaming | 10% | Axie Infinity, Decentraland |
Selection Criteria:
- Excludes meme/privacy tokens and low-liquidity assets (<$2M daily volume).
- Market-cap weighting with adjustments (e.g., Bitcoin fixed at 30% in Payments).
- Assets below 0.5% weight are reallocated within their sub-theme.
Current Portfolio Composition
The ETP holds 22 crypto assets, including:
- Bitcoin (29.4%)
- Ethereum (20%)
- Solana (7.5%)
- Chainlink (6.2%)
- AAVE (2.9%)
(Full list available in the original announcement.)
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FAQs
1. How does this ETP differ from other crypto baskets?
FUTR’s multi-theme approach balances established assets (e.g., Bitcoin) with emerging sectors like DeFi and AI, offering broader growth potential.
2. Is the ETP suitable for long-term investors?
Yes—its dynamic rebalancing and institutional-grade custody mitigate risks while capturing sector evolution.
3. What fees are associated with the ETP?
Details are available on 21Shares’ website; typical costs include management and custody fees.
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Conclusion
The 21Shares Future of Crypto Index ETP merges innovation with accessibility, ideal for investors seeking structured exposure to crypto’s evolving landscape. Its rigorous methodology and diversified holdings position it as a standout product in Europe’s ETP market.
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