$XRP In crypto, an ETF stands for Exchange-Traded Fund — just like in the stock market.

A crypto ETF is a fund that tracks the price of a cryptocurrency (like Bitcoin or Ethereum) and trades on a regular stock exchange, like the NYSE or NASDAQ.

Instead of buying crypto directly, you buy shares of the ETF. The ETF price moves up and down with the crypto it tracks. It’s easier and safer for many investors because:

You don't need a crypto wallet.

You don't deal with crypto exchanges.

It’s regulated like stocks.

For example:

Bitcoin Spot ETFs (like BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust) directly hold Bit-coin.

Futures-based ETFs (like ProShares Bitcoin Strategy ETF) track Bitcoin futures contracts, not actual Bitcoin..