- •Amundi plans to launch its first Bitcoin ETF
- •Manages over $2.2 trillion, making it EU’s largest asset manager
- •Marks major institutional move into crypto in Europe
Amundi Makes Strategic Move Into Bitcoin
Amundi, the largest asset manager in the European Union, has announced plans to launch a Bitcoin ETF. With over $2.2 trillion in assets under management (AUM), this move signals a dramatic shift in how traditional European finance views cryptocurrency.
This development positions Amundi to become a key player in regulated crypto exposure for European investors. While the U.S. market has already seen major players like BlackRock and Fidelity offer spot Bitcoin ETFs, this would be one of the first major steps in Europe by a top-tier institution.
Why This Bitcoin ETF Matters
The Amundi Bitcoin ETF launch could open the door for increased institutional and retail access to crypto across Europe. Given Amundi’s reputation and scale, its involvement will likely:
- •Accelerate mainstream adoption of Bitcoin in EU markets
- •Legitimize BTC further as an investable asset for pensions, funds, and banks
- •Encourage regulatory clarity and momentum around crypto products in the region
With MiCA (Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation) framework coming into effect soon, Amundi’s timing suggests it wants to lead the next wave of compliant digital asset investing.
NEW: Amundi, the largest asset manager in the EU with $2.2 trillion under management, plans to launch a Bitcoin ETF. pic.twitter.com/s3DsGqnVmd
— Cointelegraph (@Cointelegraph) October 13, 2025
What to Expect Next
Details about the ETF structure, whether it’s spot or futures-based, and its expected launch date have yet to be confirmed. However, the move aligns with:
- •Increasing European demand for crypto ETFs
- •Rising institutional interest in diversified crypto exposure
- •The broader trend of traditional finance entering digital assets
Once live, Amundi’s ETF could compete with smaller offerings already present in Germany and Switzerland and will likely attract significant capital due to the firm’s reputation, reach, and compliance strength.