Overview
- Multiple outlets, citing Crypto In America and reporter Eleanor Terrett, report that Vanguard is evaluating limited access to third‑party crypto ETFs for U.S. brokerage clients.
- The firm is not planning proprietary crypto products and is focusing on a small set of large, liquid external ETFs, according to the reports.
- Internal reviews and preliminary talks with partners are underway, but no timeline, product list, or eligibility details have been confirmed.
- The shift would reverse Vanguard’s January 2024 policy that barred purchases of spot Bitcoin ETFs on its platform.
- Coverage highlights CEO Salim Ramji’s prior role in BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust launch and notes analysts expect any approval could meaningfully influence fund flows given Vanguard’s scale.