Vanguard Group, a global asset management giant with over $8 trillion in assets under management, is reportedly exploring the introduction of cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs) for its brokerage clients. As of September 26, 2025, no official confirmation or timeline has been disclosed by Vanguard executives, including CEO Tim Buckley.
The potential move marks a significant shift from Vanguard's historically anti-crypto stance, where it previously banned crypto ETFs from its platform. Analysts highlight that if implemented, this could dramatically increase liquidity and trading volumes for major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH), given Vanguard's vast client base of millions of brokerage accounts.
Background context includes the appointment of Salim Ramji as Vanguard's new CEO, who was involved in BlackRock's successful Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) launch, which previously catalyzed a BTC price surge. Additionally, Vanguard is a top corporate owner of MicroStrategy, a leading Bitcoin holder, reinforcing its indirect ties to the crypto market. Market observers are watching for regulatory filings or official announcements, drawing parallels to historical trends where traditional finance entries boosted crypto asset prices.