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Todd on CNBC ETF Edge: Bitcoin, the Crypto Winter, and More

The CNBC ETF Edge segment focused on the current "crypto winter," examining how Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs are performing amid broader market uncertainty. Hosts Dominic Chu, David Laval of Coindesk, and Todd Rosenluth of Vetify discussed recent capital flows, noting $500 million poured into the BTCI options‑based Bitcoin ETF while total crypto ETP outflows topped $3 billion. Key data points included sustained holdings in the iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) despite price declines, and a surge in alternative‑income products like BTCI. Advisors surveyed by Vetify remain cautious, with many on the sidelines, yet they recognize Bitcoin ETFs as a viable alternative‑asset bucket that could rebound when risk appetite returns. The conversation also highlighted the nascent stage of crypto products in institutional models, citing Morgan Stanley’s recent Bitcoin ETP launch and the limited integration of these vehicles into advisor platforms. Notable quotes underscored the dual perception of Bitcoin: "It can be an alt‑asset or a real asset, pulling allocation away from gold or small‑cap tech." Todd Rosenluth emphasized the strategic impact of Vetify’s acquisition of Rafi indices, which will triple its index‑linked assets to roughly $260 billion, expanding the toolkit for thematic and smart‑beta exposure. The panel also referenced emerging alt‑coin ETFs, such as CoinShares’ DIME, that aim to capture broader token markets. The discussion signals a gradual maturation of crypto‑linked ETFs and indices, suggesting that once advisory platforms fully integrate these products, capital could flow back into digital assets, potentially accelerating tokenization of real‑world assets. Institutional adoption, driven by expanded index offerings and improved product diversity, may reshape portfolio construction and risk‑return dynamics for investors seeking exposure to the crypto ecosystem.