Morgan Stanley's Bitcoin ETF gains $200M in weeks, showing rising investor interest in regulated crypto funds.

Morgan Stanley's new spot Bitcoin ETF, MSBT, has attracted over $200 million in assets within weeks, driven mainly by self-directed investors. This rapid growth highlights increasing mainstream comfort with regulated crypto investment products over direct cryptocurrency ownership. The firm plans to support both ETF investing and direct crypto trading, signaling a hybrid approach to digital assets. Morgan Stanley also aims to innovate with blockchain-based financial products, reflecting a long-term commitment to crypto adoption.