
 Rich Habits Podcast 65: EXCLUSIVE Interview w/ BlackRock (Bitcoin ETF)
 May 20, 2024 
 Jay Jacobs, Head of Thematic Investing and Active ETFs at BlackRock, discusses BlackRock's IBIT Spot Bitcoin ETF, exploring the rise of Bitcoin ETFs, institutional demand, equity securities, Bitcoin volatility, and tokenization of financial assets. The conversation dives into the differences between spot and futures ETFs, NIO's income-focused ETFs, and the Coinbase-BlackRock relationship, offering valuable insights for investors. 
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 Introduction 
 00:00 • 2min 
 Exploring the Rise of Bitcoin ETFs and Institutional Demand 
 01:33 • 12min 
 Exploring ETF Considerations Beyond Coinbase and Introducing NIOs Investments 
 13:07 • 2min 
 Exploring Equity Securities, Bitcoin Volatility, and Institutional Adoption 
 14:55 • 2min 
 Tokenization of Financial Assets and Coinbase-BlackRock Relationship 
 17:09 • 6min 

