Which broker now offers BTC ETFs?

TLDR

Vanguard Brokerage now allows clients to trade spot Bitcoin ETFs on its platform, reversing its prior stance on crypto products, per a recent update from the firms coverage in mainstream media and industry outlets (Vanguard allows crypto ETF trading).

1. Bank of America wealth platforms will enable advisors to recommend Bitcoin ETFs and open access starting 5 Jan (BofA access and coverage).
2. Access includes major funds such as BlackRocks IBIT and Fidelitys FBTC; details vary by platform and account type.

Deep Dive

1. Vanguard Brokerage Access

Vanguards brokerage platform is now listing and supporting trading in regulated crypto ETFs, including those tied to Bitcoin (BTC). The firm had long resisted crypto exposure but has pivoted under new leadership, allowing clients to trade third?party ETFs and mutual funds linked to BTC, ETH, XRP, and SOL on its brokerage platform (Vanguard allows crypto ETF trading). Additional industry coverage confirms the reversal and scope of asset access for retail accounts (Vanguard reversal overview).

2. Bank of America Wealth Access

Bank of America has authorized advisors across Merrill and Private Bank to recommend Bitcoin ETFs and will formally cover four spot Bitcoin ETFs (including BlackRocks IBIT and Fidelitys FBTC), with broad client access beginning 5 Jan (BofA access and coverage). Media reports note the CIOs guidance to consider modest allocation bands and the inclusion of the most widely traded BTC ETFs in its CIO coverage list (BofA ETF coverage details).

Conclusion

Vanguards brokerage support and Bank of Americas advisor?led access mark a fresh expansion in distribution for Bitcoin ETFs. The practical takeaway is simpler onboarding and wider availability across both self?directed and advised channels, with product selection and suitability varying by platform.