Jacobi Bitcoin ETF simplifies access, allowing a broader range of European retail investors to jump in.

Jacobi Opens Bitcoin ETF to Retail Investors, Expanding European Market Reach

Jacobi Asset Management has announced a pivotal update to its flagship Bitcoin ETF, removing previous restrictions that limited access to professional investors only. The change—approved by Guernsey’s financial regulator—paves the way for retail participation across Europe.

Launched in 2023 on Euronext Amsterdam, the Jacobi Bitcoin ETF was built with institutional-grade compliance and transparency at its core. Until now, retail investors were locked out due to regulatory thresholds and a professional-only classification.

That has changed following a successful regulatory engagement led by Jacobi and supported by Collas Crill, Midshore Consulting, and Sigma Asset Management. With the Guernsey Financial Services Commission greenlighting broader access, retail investors across eligible jurisdictions can now invest via regulated platforms.

“This is a landmark moment for digital asset investing in Europe,” said Jacobi CEO Peter Lane. “We’ve maintained the highest standards from day one. Now, those same standards are accessible to individual investors seeking secure, regulated exposure to Bitcoin.”

Zodia Custody will continue to provide institutional-level custody and oversight of the fund’s assets.

The strategic shift not only broadens Jacobi’s potential investor base, but also strengthens Guernsey’s position as a jurisdiction supporting innovation in digital finance.

Jacobi’s ETF remains the first and only officially listed Bitcoin fund in Europe, and its new accessibility could catalyze further retail adoption of regulated crypto products across the continent.