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1. You could lose all the money you invest
2. You should not expect to be protected if something goes wrong
3. You may not be able to sell your investment when you want to
4. Cryptoasset investments can be complex
5. Don't put all your eggs in one basket
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Crypto ETNs are coming to UK retail investors. But which ones are worth watching first? We’ve rounded up some of the best crypto ETNs already listed on the London Stock Exchange (LSE), what they track, who issues them, and what you need to know before investing.
Here’s a look at some of the best Bitcoin and Ethereum ETNs expected to be available to UK investors in 2026.
Search Bitcoin and Ethereum ETNs and find out which trading platforms support them.
| ETN | Povider | Ongoing fee | Supporting platforms |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21Shares Bitcoin Core ETP (CBTC) |  | 0.1% | interactive investor Trading 212 Capital at risk |
| 21Shares Bitcoin ETP (ABTC) | | 1.49% | interactive investor Trading 212 Moneyfarm Capital at risk |
| 21Shares Ethereum Staking ETP (AETH) | | 1.49% | interactive investor Trading 212 Capital at risk |
| 21Shares Ethereum Core Staking ETP (ETHC) | | 0.1% | interactive investor Trading 212 Capital at risk |
| Bitwise Physical Bitcoin ETP (BTCE) |  | 2% | Trading 212 Moneyfarm Capital at risk |
| Bitwise Core Bitcoin ETP (BTC1) | | 0.05% | Trading 212 Moneyfarm Capital at risk |
| Bitwise Physical Ethereum ETP (ZETH) | | 1.49% | Trading 212 Moneyfarm Capital at risk |
| Bitwise Ethereum Staking ETP (ET32) | | 0.65% | Trading 212 Capital at risk |
| CoinShares Physical Bitcoin ETP (BITC / BITP / BITP) |  | 1.5% | Trading 212 Moneyfarm Capital at risk |
| CoinShares Physical Staked Ethereum ETP (CETH / ETHP / ETHE) | | 1.5% | Trading 212 Capital at risk |
| Fidelity Physical Bitcoin ETP (FBTC) |  | 0.75% | Trading 212 Capital at risk |
| Global X Bitcoin ETP (BTCX) |  | 1.49% | interactive investor Capital at risk |
| Global X Ethereum ETP (ETHX) | | 1.49% | interactive investor Capital at risk |
| Invesco Physical Bitcoin ETP (BTIC) |  | 0.99% | Trading 212 Moneyfarm Capital at risk |
| iShares (BlackRock) Bitcoin ETP (IB1T) |  | 0.15% | Trading 212 Moneyfarm IG Capital at risk |
| 1Valour Ethereum Physical Staking ETP (1VET) |  | 1.49% | interactive investor Capital at risk |
| WisdomTree Physical Bitcoin (BTCW) |  | 0.95% | Trading 212 Moneyfarm Capital at risk |
| WisdomTree Physical Ethereum (ETHW) | | 0.95% | Trading 212 Capital at risk |
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Most UK investing platforms are still laying the groundwork to let people invest in these products and these are some of the trading apps who’ve signalled they’re working on this:
To make comparing even easier we came up with the Finder Score. Costs, features, ease and range of investments across 30+ platforms are all weighted and scaled to produce a score out of 10. The higher the score the better the platform – simple.
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Here are a few key things to consider before choosing which crypto ETN to invest in:
Crypto ETNs could appeal to investors who want to gain crypto exposure within a regulated framework and through familiar platforms.
Here’s an overview of the main downsides you need to think about before you start loading up on crypto ETNs:
"Some Ethereum ETNs, like 21Shares Ethereum Staking (AETH) or Bitwise Ethereum Staking (ET32), are “staking” ETNs. This means the underlying ETH is used to earn staking rewards on Ethereum’s network.
The ETN collects those rewards and reflects them in its NAV (net asset value), so you effectively earn passive ETH income without running a validator node yourself.
It’s important to note that staking ETNs can be slightly more complex and may carry additional risk related to network performance, validator slashing, or smart contract issues."
Crypto ETNs represent a major step toward bringing digital assets into the regulated UK investing landscape. With a growing range of Bitcoin and Ethereum ETNs available on the LSE, you’ll have safer, easier ways to gain exposure to crypto.
But remember, crypto’s volatility doesn’t vanish just because it’s wrapped in regulation. Understand what you’re buying, keep allocations small, and always check the issuer’s reputation before investing.
*Cryptocurrencies aren't regulated in the UK and there's no protection from the Financial Ombudsman or the Financial Services Compensation Scheme. Your capital is at risk. Capital gains tax on profits may apply.
Cryptocurrencies are speculative and investing in them involves significant risks - they're highly volatile, vulnerable to hacking and sensitive to secondary activity. The value of investments can fall as well as rise and you may get back less than you invested. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. This content shouldn't be interpreted as a recommendation to invest. Before you invest, you should get advice and decide whether the potential return outweighs the risks. Finder, or the author, may have holdings in the cryptocurrencies discussed.
All investing should be regarded as longer term. The value of your investments can go up and down, and you may get back less than you invest. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. If you’re not sure which investments are right for you, please seek out a financial adviser. Capital at risk.
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