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Cathie Wood Slams Vanguard: ‘Terrible’ Move For Excluding Bitcoin ETFs

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by Christian Encila
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Financial titan Vanguard’s unwavering “no cryptos” stance, despite the SEC’s recent green light for Bitcoin ETFs, has sent shockwaves through the investment world. This decision, met with fiery criticism from industry leaders like Ark Invest’s Cathie Wood and a wave of investor discontent, has ignited a critical debate about the future of traditional finance in the face of disruptive innovation.

Wood, a fervent advocate for digital assets, labeled Vanguard’s stance “terrible” that risks leaving their customers on the sidelines of a transformative financial revolution.

She stated that Vanguard will deny investors access to the inaugural worldwide, decentralized monetary system in history, among other reasons.

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Vanguard’s Bitcoin Snub Sparks Investor Opposition

Her remarks resonate with many who view Bitcoin and its ilk as harbingers of a future built on transparency, security, and global reach – values increasingly at odds with Vanguard’s focus on low-risk, traditional offerings.

JUST IN‼️ Cathie Wood says it’s a “terrible” decision by Vanguard to deny their customers access to #Bitcoin ETFs.

“They’re going to deprive the investors… the first global, decentralized, private, no government oversight, rules-based, monetary policy, monetary system in… pic.twitter.com/Oz9u5Ks4uI

— Bitcoin Archive (@BTC_Archive) January 13, 2024

This disconnect has fueled a social media firestorm, with the #BoycottVanguard hashtag trending and disgruntled users migrating to platforms offering exposure to Bitcoin ETFs. But is this exodus a mere blip on the radar, or a portent of deeper tectonic shifts within the investment landscape?

Analysts offer a nuanced perspective. While Vanguard’s current stance aligns with its historical conservatism, some see cracks in the armor. Eric Balchunas, of Bloomberg, points to their recent foray into private equity as a potential indicator of their willingness to adapt to evolving market dynamics.

BTC market cap currently at $842.667 billion. Chart: TradingView.com

He suggests that access to alternative investments, including crypto, might become imperative for Vanguard’s future consulting business.

However, Wood paints a different picture. She predicts a major consolidation in the Bitcoin ETF market, with only the most robust players emerging unscathed.

Ark Invest: ETF Ready For Battle

Ark Invest’s ETF, she claims, stands poised to thrive due to its battle-tested infrastructure, unwavering commitment to transparency, and veteran sales team.

Related Reading: Bitcoin ETFs Under Fire As Renowned Investor Slams Them As ‘Useless’

Whether her bold prediction materializes remains to be seen, but the sheer number of competitors in the space underscores the intense battle for dominance in the coming months.

Vanguard’s decision to not support cryptocurrencies has sparked a strong and widespread reaction, prompting important inquiries about the future of conventional banking in light of revolutionary technological advancements.

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