The fund provides an easier way to invest in Bitcoin as compared to direct investing via cryptocurrency exchanges, digital wallets, and keys. The fund holds Bitcoin or derivatives to obtain exposure. Shares of the ETF can be bought and sold in a brokerage account through the use of the issuers own institutional-grade custodial services. The ease in access does not diminish the risk. Cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin, have historically demonstrated high volatility. Investors should have the capacity to lose some or all of their investments in these shares.