About 21Shares
As your trusted Crypto partner, we’re here to help you navigate the landscape.
Crypto Made Easy
The World’s Largest Suite of Crypto Exchange Traded Products (ETPs)
Launched in 2018 to make cryptocurrency investing more accessible, 21Shares, through its affiliate 21Shares AG, has grown to offer the world’s largest suite of crypto currency exchange-traded products (ETPs)*, including the first physically backed Bitcoin and Ethereum ETPs*. Having attracted over $1 billion in AUM, 21Shares, through its affiliate 21Shares AG, has developed deep expertise in crypto markets.
Our crypto-native product suite is driven by research and innovative design to target the unique interests of institutional and retail investors around the globe.
With two offices in Zurich and New York, the 21Shares team is composed of entrepreneurs, engineers, researchers, and financial professionals dedicated to revolutionizing cryptocurrency investing by bridging the worlds of traditional finance (TradFi) and decentralized finance (DeFi).
*ETPs issued by 21Shares AG are not available in US.
ARK Invest: Experienced Investment Team
ARK is the first public fund manager to gain exposure to Bitcoin, initiating its first allocation in 2015. Since then, ARK has successfully navigated multiple crypto market cycles and continues to publish cutting-edge research.
As crypto-native experts, ARK and 21Shares team up to deliver the most compelling digital asset ETF suite, backed by our powerful investment capabilities and track records.
Crypto Native
We focus exclusively on crypto – we are specialists in this space. Our team of in-house cross-divisional experts drive product innovation.
Technology Forward
Focusing on blockchain innovation has enabled our affiliate, 21Shares AG, to launch many first-to-market products, including the first-ever crypto basket ETP in 2018. Many of these products are powered by Onyx, the proprietary ETP issuing platform developed under our 21.co brand.
Research-Driven
Our research team brings nearly a decade of experience in pioneering cryptocurrency innovation. We offer detailed analysis, and possess a deep understanding of the key factors shaping this emerging industry.
At a Glance
Co-Founder and CEOHany is a Forbes 30 Under 30 alum. He is a serial entrepreneur – founded the social commerce company Ribbon and the enterprise fintech company Payout. He earned a BA from Columbia University.
Co-Founder and PresidentOphelia is a Forbes 30 Under 30 alum. She began her career working in venture capital and then investment banking which led her into crypto. She was born and raised in Italy and the US and attended Stanford University.
