Bitwise, a leading digital asset manager, is reaffirming its role as an innovator in crypto products across Europe with the launch, on July 2, 2025, of its new Exchange Traded Product (ETP) dedicated to staking the NEAR token, now available on Xetra, Germany’s premier electronic trading platform.
This launch marks a significant milestone in Bitwise’s expansion strategy within the European market, where institutional investor demand for regulated, secure, and liquid crypto solutions is rapidly growing. By offering a staking ETP, Bitwise enables investors to easily access the income generated by the NEAR protocol while ensuring full compliance with stringent regulatory standards.
Bitwise’s commitment to developing staking ETPs
Building on its expertise and experience with crypto products, Bitwise has already launched multiple staking ETPs on major blockchains such as Ethereum, Solana, and Aptos. With the NEAR Staking ETP (ISIN: DE000A4A5GV2), Bitwise expands its offering by providing exposure to NEAR Protocol, a layer 1 blockchain designed to host innovative decentralized applications, including in artificial intelligence.
Bitwise manages secure custody of tokens, professional handling of staking operations, and daily liquidity through listing on Xetra, thus meeting the high demands of institutional and professional investors.
A product aligned with European market expectations
Targeting a net annual yield of approximately 5.5% after fees, the NEAR Staking ETP positions itself among the most attractive staking solutions on layer 1 blockchains. Bitwise leverages this proposition to attract institutional clients seeking a product combining yield, security, and regulatory compliance.
The launch of this ETP demonstrates Bitwise’s ability to anticipate the evolving needs of the maturing European market by offering innovative products that simplify the integration of digital assets into professional portfolios.
Bitwise: a key player in structuring the European crypto market
By making staking accessible through a regulated exchange-listed product like Xetra, Bitwise plays a pivotal role in democratizing digital assets for institutional investors. This product addresses traditional liquidity and security constraints while offering direct exposure to rewards generated by participation in the NEAR network.
The ongoing development of this staking ETP range confirms Bitwise’s strategy to strengthen its position as a European leader in crypto investment solutions by combining technological innovation with regulatory compliance.
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