Kazakhstan Launches Central Asia’s First Bitcoin ETF

In a significant move for cryptocurrency investments in Central Asia, Kazakhstan has launched the region’s first spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), known as the Fonte Bitcoin Exchange Traded Fund OEIC (BETF). The BETF will be listed on the Astana International Exchange (AIX) on August 13, 2025. This ETF allows investors to buy shares backed by real bitcoin, offering a simplified and secure approach to cryptocurrency investments without needing to manage digital wallets or private keys.