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How to invest in bitcoin and crypto ETFs in Australia

Cameron Gleeson from BetaShares joins us to explore bitcoin and crypto ETFs, the rise of digital assets, and how these ETFs are helping Australians invest safely and simply in the crypto economy.

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About this episode

 In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Owen Rask is joined by Cameron Gleeson from BetaShares to discuss the rise of crypto investing via ETFs. With the launch of Australia’s first bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs from BetaShares, we break down:

  • Why bitcoin is seen as “digital gold”
  • How institutional adoption is driving crypto’s mainstream status
  • The risks and benefits of crypto ETFs vs direct ownership
  • What “getting off zero” actually means for long-term investors
  • Why a small allocation to crypto could boost portfolio performance

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Topics Covered
 Welcome to the world of crypto ETFs
 Bitcoin’s legitimacy & the role of regulation
 Why governments are holding (or not holding) crypto
 Is bitcoin a store of value or speculation?
 Volatility vs gold and traditional investments
 What “getting off zero” really means
 How crypto can fit in a long-term portfolio
 ETF structure: behind the scenes of BetaShares’ crypto ETFs
 Why not just buy bitcoin directly?
 Final thoughts on crypto allocation and ETF access

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