FalconX Acquires 21 Shares to Expand Regulated Crypto Investment Products

Cryptocurrency broker FalconX has agreed to acquire 21Shares, the world’s largest issuer of cryptocurrency exchange-traded products (ETPs).

By joining forces, FalconX and 21Shares aim to develop new regulated digital asset investment products that appeal to both institutional and retail investors, the company said in an announcement shared with Cointelegraph.

“21Shares has built one of the most trusted and innovative product platforms in digital assets,” said Raghu Yarlagadda, CEO of FalconX. “We are witnessing a powerful convergence between digital assets and traditional financial markets, as crypto ETPs open new channels for investor participation through familiar and regulated structures.”

FalconX brings its $2 trillion trading infrastructure and 2,000+ institutional clients, while 21Shares brings deep expertise in ETP design and global distribution.

Related: 21Shares lists first Hyperliquid ETP on SIX Swiss Exchange

21Shares will operate independently under FalconX

21Shares leadership will be maintained following the acquisition. No immediate changes are anticipated to existing 21Shares ETPs or ETFs in Europe and the US.

Chief Executive Russell Barlow said the deal with FalconX would allow the company to “move faster” and expand its reach. “Together, we will pioneer solutions that meet the evolving needs of digital asset investors around the world,” he said.

Founded in 2018 by Hany Rashwan and Ophelia Snyder, 21Shares has become a dominant force in crypto ETPs, managing over $11 billion in assets across 55 listed products as of September 2025.

Related: 21Shares launches first dYdX ETP for institutional investors

FalconX’s third deal this year

The deal marks FalconX’s third major transaction in 2025. In January, the company acquired crypto derivatives platform Arbelos Markets for an undisclosed amount.

In June, the broker also acquired a majority stake in Monarq Asset Management’s parent company.