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Crypto Evolves: BlackRock Introduces Bitcoin-Supported Income Options for Conventional Investors

Crypto Evolves: BlackRock Introduces Bitcoin-Supported Income Options for Conventional Investors

Bitget-RWA2025/09/26 00:02
By:Coin World

- BlackRock files for a Bitcoin Premium Income ETF using covered-call strategies to generate yield from Bitcoin holdings, targeting income-focused investors. - The firm, now the largest institutional custodian of Bitcoin and Ethereum, holds $85.29B in BTC and $16B in ETH, with crypto ETFs generating $260M in 2025 revenue. - SEC's new 75-day approval framework for commodity-based ETFs accelerates product launches, potentially expanding access to altcoin spot ETFs and boosting BlackRock's crypto dominance. -

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BlackRock, the globe’s top asset management firm, has submitted an application for a new

Premium Income ETF, which aims to provide returns by employing a covered-call approach on its Bitcoin assets. Marketed as the iShares Bitcoin Premium ETF, this fund is described as a "33 Act spot product" and serves as a follow-up to the company’s $87 billion iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) title1 [ 1 ]. The initiative is intended to appeal to traditional investors looking for Bitcoin-based income, further strengthening BlackRock’s leadership in the crypto ETF sector title2 [ 2 ]. This move comes as BlackRock rapidly expands in digital assets, with its Bitcoin and Ether ETFs generating a combined $260 million in yearly revenue—$218 million from Bitcoin and $42 million from Ethereum—as of September 2025 title3 [ 3 ]. Blockchain data indicates currently holds 756,000 (worth $85.29 billion) and 3.8 million ETH (valued at $16 billion), making it the largest institutional holder of both digital currencies title4 [ 4 ].

The ETF’s covered-call method involves selling options on Bitcoin futures to earn premiums, offering investors a source of yield while possibly limiting gains from price increases title5 [ 5 ]. Bloomberg’s Eric Balchunas referred to the ETF as a "sequel" to IBIT, highlighting its role in broadening BlackRock’s Bitcoin product suite title6 [ 6 ]. BlackRock’s current spot Bitcoin ETF, IBIT, has amassed $90 billion in managed assets and now commands 60% of the U.S. Bitcoin ETF market title7 [ 7 ]. The Premium Income ETF is tailored for investors who prioritize yield over direct exposure to price movements, reflecting rising interest in crypto products that generate income title8 [ 8 ]. BlackRock has also incorporated Bitcoin into its model portfolios, assigning a 1%-2% allocation, further integrating the asset into mainstream investment strategies title9 [ 9 ].

BlackRock’s digital asset division has experienced rapid expansion, reporting $14.1 billion in crypto inflows during Q2 2025. Although digital assets now make up just 1% of the company’s total assets under management, this segment is among its most rapidly growing title10 [ 10 ]. The firm’s efforts in tokenization, such as its BUIDL tokenized money market fund, highlight its broader ambition to digitize financial assets. CEO Larry Fink has consistently supported the idea of tokenizing all financial instruments, with BlackRock piloting tokenized ETF shares on JPMorgan’s Kinexys blockchain title11 [ 11 ]. The launch of the Bitcoin Premium Income ETF builds on this momentum, indicating a shift toward yield-oriented strategies as institutional interest in crypto accelerates.

Recent regulatory changes by the SEC are expected to speed up the approval of crypto ETFs. On September 18, the agency approved Nasdaq, Cboe BZX, and NYSE Arca to implement generic listing rules for commodity-based trust shares, shortening approval periods from up to 240 days to as few as 75 days title12 [ 12 ]. This regulatory update could benefit BlackRock’s new ETF and may pave the way for spot ETFs linked to altcoins like

and , which have been awaiting regulatory clearance for over a year title13 [ 13 ]. Experts anticipate a wave of new filings under these rules, with eligibility now extended to cryptocurrencies that have traded futures on the Coinbase Derivatives Exchange for at least six months title14 [ 14 ]. This change marks a significant regulatory shift under the Trump administration, in contrast to the delays seen during the Biden era that previously slowed crypto product approvals title15 [ 15 ].

BlackRock’s move into Bitcoin yield strategies signals the growing maturity of the crypto market. While Bitcoin’s price swings remain a challenge, the company’s strategy offers a more structured way to manage risk while tapping into the demand for income. The strong performance of IBIT and BlackRock’s increasing role as a crypto custodian indicate that crypto ETFs have moved beyond the experimental stage and are now a significant revenue source for the firm. With the SEC’s streamlined approval process, the market is likely to see more similar offerings, further embedding digital assets within the traditional financial system.

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