Crypto ETFs are about to take a big step forward, similar to how stock-based funds grew over time, according to experts.

If 2024 was all about Bitcoin spot price ETFs making waves, then 2025 will bring a whole new variety of crypto investment options. Imagine funds that focus on memecoins, AI-related tokens, and even leverage strategies.

Crypto is undergoing a major shift, much like when the S&P 500 became a benchmark in the stock market. Analysts at Presto Research believe this evolution will open up exciting possibilities for investors.

New ETFs will give people the chance to invest in a wider range of crypto sectors. This means investors can build more customized portfolios tailored to specific interests—just like they already do with stock-based ETFs.

This change represents the next big step for the crypto market, which is still celebrating the first anniversary of Bitcoin spot price ETFs in the U.S. In January, eleven Bitcoin ETFs got the green light, and Ethereum ETFs followed by May. Together, they’ve already attracted billions of dollars in investments.

For example, BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust alone manages over $23 billion in assets. Out of 740 new ETFs launched this year, eight of the most popular ones are all crypto-related.

In 2025, analysts expect index-based crypto ETFs to gain traction. These funds will allow investors to put their money into broader categories like AI tokens or memecoins instead of chasing individual tokens. This approach is seen as a smarter and more diversified way to invest.

Such products were unlikely to become reality under the previous SEC Chair, Gary Gensler, who was known for strict regulations on crypto. But with Paul Atkins—a former SEC commissioner with crypto-friendly views—expected to lead the agency under President-elect Donald Trump, the regulatory environment could become much more welcoming.

Some ETF providers are already testing innovative ideas by blending crypto with traditional financial assets. For instance, ProShares has proposed ETFs that combine Bitcoin with established assets like the S&P 500 or gold. Another example is the REX Bitcoin Corporate Treasury Convertible Bond ETF, which focuses on bonds from Bitcoin-heavy companies such as MicroStrategy and MARA Holdings.

These new offerings represent a shift in how people invest in crypto. Experts see them as proof that Bitcoin is starting to integrate deeply into traditional finance, paving the way for more sophisticated investment options in the future.