UniCredit Launches Italy’s First Bitcoin ETF-Linked Certificate with Capital Protection

UniCredit has introduced a first-of-its-kind structured certificate in Italy, linked to BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT), offering professional investors capital protection while gaining exposure to Bitcoin.

Key Features of the Certificate:

100% capital protection at maturity (5-year term)

Minimum investment: $25,000 (available from July 1–28, 2025)

Maximum return capped at 85% of IBIT’s performance

Exclusive to professional investors in Italy

Why This Matters:

Regulated access to Bitcoin without direct crypto ownership

Tracks BlackRock’s IBIT, which holds $75B+ in AUM

Part of a growing trend of institutional crypto adoption in Europe

Chicco di Stasi, UniCredit’s Head of Investment Solutions, stated:
"Professional investors are increasingly seeking exposure to digital assets through secure, regulated instruments."

BlackRock’s European Bitcoin ETP Expansion

BlackRock recently launched its iShares Bitcoin ETP (BTCN/IB1T) in Europe, further fueling institutional demand. UniCredit’s move signals rising confidence in crypto-linked structured products.

This offering allows investors to benefit from Bitcoin’s growth potential while safeguarding their capital—a major step in bridging traditional finance with crypto.

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