A pivotal moment for UK investors as IB1T begins trading on the London Stock Exchange!
The CF Benchmarks team, led by CEO Sui Chung, joined iShares and partners to celebrate the listing of the iShares Bitcoin ETP (Ticker: IB1T) - marking a new era as the FCA lifts restrictions on UK retail access to crypto ETPs.
“When I founded CF Benchmarks in 2018, the idea of standing here with a partner like iShares seemed like a dream. But here in 2025, it’s become a reality,” remarked Sui.
Catch the highlights below and feel the buzz from this milestone moment!
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