Institutional investors can now receive a 1.4% return on physical Bitcoin holdings with zero risk

Valour Digital Securities Limited, a branch of DeFi Technologies, has introduced the world’s first physically-backed

Staking Exchange-Traded Product (ETP) on the London Stock Exchange (LSE). The product, named 1Valour Bitcoin Physical Staking (ISIN: GB00BRBV3124), provides investors with regulated access to Bitcoin and an annual staking return of 1.4%. This development represents a notable advance in linking traditional financial markets with decentralized finance, especially for institutional and professional investors seeking yield opportunities in digital assets.

This ETP is completely backed 1:1 by actual Bitcoin, which is securely held in institutional-grade cold wallets using sophisticated multi-party computation (MPC) technology. This setup guarantees both security and transparency, with daily updates on the ETP’s net asset value (NAV), Bitcoin holdings, and indicative pricing. Investors have a simple way to participate in Bitcoin’s price movements while earning passive returns, without the need to manage cryptocurrency custody or technical details. The product is available in both GBP and EUR on the LSE and Xetra, broadening its reach to European investors.

This ETP launch highlights a growing evolution in

investment vehicles. As CEO Olivier Roussy Newton commented, this marks a “true milestone” in merging established finance with decentralized systems. The ETP’s yield comes from non-custodial staking on the Core Chain, a decentralized blockchain that allows Bitcoin owners to earn rewards while always maintaining control over their assets. Core Chain uses a distinct consensus model called “Satoshi Plus,” where both miners and stakers can delegate computing power or tokens to validators, thereby strengthening both network security and decentralization.

Valour Chairman Dr. Manfred Knof stated that this product sets a new benchmark for institutions by delivering secure, transparent, and yield-driven Bitcoin exposure. Philippe Lucet, Valour’s General Counsel, noted that the ETP’s debut on the LSE “opens an entirely new frontier in digital asset investment,” further solidifying Valour’s role as a leader in regulated digital asset offerings. With more than 85 ETPs listed on major European exchanges—including those in London, Frankfurt, and Switzerland—Valour is further expanding its offerings to serve both new and established markets.

With its 1.4% annual return, this ETP stands among the most attractive choices in the regulated digital asset sector. By utilizing Core Chain’s non-custodial staking, Valour ensures that Bitcoin never leaves its wallet, significantly reducing counterparty risk and boosting investor trust. Analysts point out that this differs from other yield platforms that have raised concerns because of their lack of transparency or regulatory ambiguity. Valour’s method is in line with transparency and compliance, which are increasingly essential for institutional involvement in digital assets.

Looking forward, Valour plans to keep broadening its product range and market impact, focusing on innovation while upholding regulatory standards. As institutional demand for robust digital asset tools continues to rise, offerings like the 1Valour Bitcoin Staking ETP are expected to play a crucial part in shaping the financial landscape, combining the reliability of traditional finance with the advancements of blockchain technology.