Zurich, July 23, 2025 – In a strategic move to further institutional adoption of digital assets, 21Shares AG, a global leader in cryptocurrency exchange-traded products (ETPs), has announced a market-making agreement with Societe Generale, one of Europe’s leading institutions in ETF and ETP trading.
Under this new partnership, Societe Generale will provide OTC liquidity for 21Shares’ core Bitcoin and Ethereum ETPs—ABTC, CBTC, AETH, and CETH—on major fund platforms used by institutional investors across Germany and Eastern Europe. These platforms, operated by large financial institutions, serve as critical gateways for institutional portfolio allocations and wealth management operations.
“We are thrilled to partner with Societe Generale, a major player in the European ETF space, as we continue to expand access to our ETPs,” said Alistair Byas-Perry, Global Head of Capital Markets & EMEA Investment at 21Shares. “By providing liquidity for our Bitcoin and Ethereum ETPs, Societe Generale is helping us deliver the most efficient and trusted crypto investment solutions to the market.”
This agreement aims to strengthen execution quality, improve market depth, and simplify operational flows for institutions looking to gain exposure to crypto assets via regulated, exchange-listed vehicles—without the complexity of direct custody.
“This partnership marks a significant milestone in our commitment to supporting innovative, regulated digital investment solutions,” added Martina Schroettle, Head of ETF Sales Trading UK at Societe Generale. “We’re pleased to enhance liquidity for 21Shares’ crypto ETPs and broaden access for professional investors.”
Why this matters:
Higher execution standards: Tighter spreads and deeper liquidity pools on regulated platforms
Operational simplicity: Accessing crypto ETPs through trusted, plug-and-play infrastructure
Institutional validation: A clear signal that traditional finance is embracing digital asset exposure
This move positions 21Shares and Societe Generale at the forefront of crypto’s institutionalization in Europe, bridging regulated finance and blockchain-based innovation.
For more information, read the full press release from 21Shares here
