ING Deutschland has opened retail access to cryptocurrency-linked exchange-traded notes (ETNs), allowing customers to gain exposure to Bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana through its securities platform. The products are physically backed ETNs issued by established providers including 21Shares, Bitwise and VanEck. The notes track the performance of individual cryptocurrencies and are traded on regulated exchanges via ING’s Direct Depot service, integrating crypto exposure into a traditional brokerage setup. ING said the offering is designed to reduce friction for retail investors by relying on familiar banking ... (full story)