Definition ∞ A Bitcoin proxy is an investment vehicle or asset that tracks Bitcoin’s price movements without directly holding the cryptocurrency. These proxies allow traditional investors to gain exposure to Bitcoin’s performance through regulated financial products like exchange-traded funds (ETFs) or shares in companies with significant Bitcoin holdings. They provide an indirect method of participating in the digital asset market, bypassing direct custody and regulatory complexities associated with holding actual Bitcoin.
Context ∞ The discussion around Bitcoin proxies centers on the approval and launch of spot Bitcoin ETFs, which have significantly altered institutional access to Bitcoin. A critical future development involves the potential for similar proxy products for other major digital assets, broadening market participation.
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