Bitcoin (BTC), the world’s leading digital asset, continues to command attention from institutional and retail investors alike.
As of mid-2025, Bitcoin exchange-traded products (ETPs) have amassed over US$188 billion in global assets under management (AUM), according to CoinShares. This surge reflects rising investor confidence in crypto as a mainstream asset class. However, most of these ETPs offer only passive exposure, tracking Bitcoin’s price without delivering any yield.
This article is disseminated in partnership with Fineqia International Inc. It is intended to inform investors and should not be taken as a recommendation or financial advice.
In this context, the emergence of yield-enhanced Bitcoin products marks a significant evolution in the digital asset investment landscape.
Introducing YBTC: A new frontier in Bitcoin investment
Fineqia International Inc. (CSE:FNQ), through its Liechtenstein-based subsidiary Fineqia AG, launched the Fineqia Bitcoin Yield Exchange Traded Product (ETP) in early July 2025, trading under the ticker YBTC. Listed on the Vienna Stock Exchange (Wiener Börse) and has now been listed on the Euronext’s Paris and Amsterdam exchanges, YBTC is the world’s first regulated, exchange-traded instrument that enables investors to earn yield on their Bitcoin holdings via decentralised finance (DeFi) protocols. Within a week, the ETP surpassed C$15.1 million in AUM, which the company pointed to reflects strong demand for yield-enhanced digital asset products, particularly BTC ones, among Europe’s institutional and professional investors.
YBTC targets an annual yield of 6 per cent, which is automatically converted into additional Bitcoin. This means investors can grow their BTC holdings over time without injecting new capital. Unlike structured products that use options overlays—often capping upside potential—YBTC maintains full exposure to Bitcoin’s price movements while delivering yield.
This innovation arrives at a time when investor appetite for more sophisticated crypto products is rising. According to a joint EY-Parthenon and Coinbase survey, 83 per cent of institutional investors plan to increase allocations to digital assets in 2025, with a strong preference for ETPs and yield-generating instruments.
How YBTC works
YBTC leverages DeFi protocols to generate yield through activities such as lending, borrowing, and liquidity provisioning. These operations are executed via smart contracts—self-executing agreements coded on blockchain networks. The resulting yield is reinvested into Bitcoin, increasing the investor’s BTC balance over time.
The product offers:
- Daily liquidity
- Transparent pricing
- Regulatory compliance
- In-kind investment options
YBTC is advised by Psalion Operations Ltd., a blockchain-focused investment firm with deep expertise in DeFi yield strategies. Their role includes designing and managing the ETP’s underlying DeFi architecture, ensuring operational integrity and risk management.
Strong market reception and growing AUM
Since its launch, YBTC has gained significant traction. As of July 2025, the product has surpassed C$16.2 million in assets under management. This milestone reflects robust demand from institutional and professional investors across Europe seeking yield-enhanced exposure to Bitcoin.
Together with Fineqia’s earlier product—the Fineqia FTSE Cardano Enhanced Yield ETN —the company’s total AUM now stands at C$50.1 million, with YADA contributing C$33.9 million. YADA is listed on both the Vienna and Stuttgart stock exchanges and similarly focuses on yield generation through DeFi protocols.
Why YBTC stands out
YBTC is not just another Bitcoin tracker. It represents a new generation of crypto investment products that combine:
- Full BTC exposure
- Sustainable yield
- Regulatory oversight
- Institutional-grade infrastructure
This makes it particularly attractive to investors seeking to optimize their crypto portfolios without sacrificing upside potential or transparency.
A compelling opportunity for forward-looking investors
Fineqia International Inc. is positioning itself at the intersection of traditional finance and blockchain innovation. With YBTC and YADA, the company is delivering on its vision to offer secure, transparent, and yield-oriented access to digital assets through regulated market infrastructure.
As the DeFi sector continues to expand—projected by Research and Markets to reach US$542 billion in global revenue by 2025 —products like YBTC are poised to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of crypto investing.
For investors seeking more than just passive exposure to Bitcoin, YBTC offers a compelling, compliant, and innovative alternative. As always, potential investors are encouraged to conduct thorough due diligence to assess how such products align with their investment goals and risk tolerance.
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