31st August 2026
By Anjali Kochhar
MicroBit Capital Management has launched Hong Kong’s first exchange-traded fund (ETF) combining exposure to both Bitcoin and gold, marking another step in the city’s expanding digital-asset investment market.
MicroBit Bitcoin and Gold Value ETF: Key Listing Details
The MicroBit Bitcoin and Gold Value ETF began trading on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) on August 26, 2026. The fund is available through two counters: 3002.HK for Hong Kong dollar-denominated shares and 9002.HK for U.S. dollar-denominated shares. HKEX confirmed the ETF was authorized by Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) and admitted it for trading from August 26.
The actively managed ETF is designed to provide investors with exposure to two assets that are often viewed differently within a portfolio. Bitcoin represents a digital asset with long-term growth potential, while gold has traditionally been considered a store of value and a potential hedge during periods of economic uncertainty. By combining the two within a single investment vehicle, MicroBit aims to offer investors a more diversified way to access both markets.
One of the fund’s notable features is its support for in-kind Bitcoin subscriptions and redemptions. Eligible market participants can use Bitcoin when subscribing to ETF shares and can receive Bitcoin when redeeming their holdings, providing an alternative to purely cash-based transactions.
Wilson Fung, CEO of MicroBit Group, described the launch as an important milestone in the company’s effort to connect traditional financial markets with the Web3 ecosystem. He said the combination of Bitcoin’s digital-asset potential and gold’s established role as a store of value provides investors with a forward-looking diversification tool.
Hong Kong Expands Its Regulated Crypto ETF Market
The launch also highlights Hong Kong’s continued development as a regulated hub for digital-asset products. The city has progressively expanded its crypto investment-product ecosystem, including earlier Bitcoin and Ether ETFs, giving investors regulated channels to gain exposure to virtual assets through traditional market infrastructure.
Risks of Investing in the Bitcoin and Gold ETF
However, the new ETF carries significant risks. MicroBit notes that Bitcoin’s high volatility, regulatory uncertainty, cybersecurity concerns and market-manipulation risks can affect the fund. Investors are also exposed to gold-market risks, custody risks, trading risks and the potential impact of active investment management.
The SFC’s authorization does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation of the product. Investors are advised to review the ETF’s prospectus and key facts before making investment decisions.
