21Shares Launches Canton ETF on Nasdaq... Targeting Institutional Funds

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21Shares has listed the first US Canton Network ETF on Nasdaq, elevating institutional blockchain infrastructure into a traditional financial investment product.

According to Bitcoin.com, a cryptocurrency specialized media outlet, on May 7 (local time), 21Shares launched the 21Shares Canton Network ETF (TCAN) on Nasdaq. TCAN is the first US ETF to offer direct exposure to Canton Coin, the native utility token of the Canton Network.

TCAN was listed on Nasdaq with a total expense ratio of 0.50%, aiming to provide US investors with regulated access to the Canton Network ecosystem through a traditional investment product. 21Shares launched the product through 21Shares US LLC and simultaneously maintains its role as a validator within the Canton Network ecosystem.

The Canton Network is a privacy-enabled blockchain ecosystem designed for institutional finance. The network focuses on synchronizing financial data and tokenized assets between enterprises, with major institutions such as Goldman Sachs, Microsoft, and Deutsche Bank participating in network-related testing activities and governance functions. The Canton Network announced via X (formerly Twitter) that “the first US ETF with direct exposure to Canton has been listed on Nasdaq.”

21Shares stated, “This fund is the first US ETF designed to provide investors with direct exposure to Canton Coin, the native utility token of the Canton Network.” NewsBitcoin reported that 21Shares not only provides token exposure but also participates as an active validator, contributing to the coordination of Global Synchronizers that support interoperability and shared network functions.

The Canton Network was developed to support synchronized financial workflows between institutions without disclosing sensitive operational data. The network is designed to allow enterprises to connect tokenized securities and payment systems while maintaining separate controls and compliance requirements. This infrastructure was initially developed by Digital Asset and later transitioned towards open-source governance.

Teucrium, which provides ETF solutions and operational support services, also supports the product structure. 21Shares US announced via X, “For the first time in the US, listed trading access to Canton is now possible through the new 21Shares Canton Network ETF.” This listing marks the first entry of the Canton Network from institutional blockchain infrastructure into the US ETF market.

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