Exploring the Rollout and Market Structure of ETFs and Digital Assets

This chapter delves into the slow adoption of ETFs in the retail and institutional sectors, emphasizing the potential for increased demand as more people incorporate these products into their portfolios. The discussion also focuses on the market structure complexities of digital assets, particularly examining custody issues faced by US banks and the anticipated changes in regulations to allow for expanded custodial services. Additionally, the chapter explores the benefits and challenges of tokenizing assets, comparing it with traditional ETFs and highlighting the importance of standardization and transparency in financial innovation.