Grayscale Expands Crypto Portfolio With New MakerDAO Trust

Grayscale Investments has launched the Grayscale MakerDAO Trust, marking an enhancement to its suite of crypto investment offerings. This Trust provides streamlined access to MKR, MakerDAOs utility and governance token.

Such products make it convenient for institutions to get crypto exposure without the challenges of buying and storing digital assets.

Grayscale Launches New Product as Crypto Demand Grows

Recognized as one of the worlds largest digital currency asset managers, Grayscale now boasts a portfolio of over 20 crypto investment products. Consequently, the firm aims to broaden investor access to the crypto market sectors.

The Grayscale MakerDAO Trust specifically caters to those interested in engaging with the MakerDAO ecosystem. It is a decentralized autonomous organization that supports a diverse suite of financial services on the Ethereum blockchain, including stablecoins and real-world asset loans. Notably, the structure of the Grayscale MakerDAO Trust mirrors that of Grayscales other single-asset investment trusts, focusing exclusively on MKR.

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In an interview with BeInCrypto, Rayhaneh Sharif-Askary, Grayscale‘s Head of Product and Research, highlighted the trust’s alignment with growing market demands.

“As demand for crypto exposure continues to grow, Grayscale is committed to expanding our suite of products and providing innovative investment opportunities,” Sharif-Askary told BeInCrypto.

Furthermore, Sharif-Askary believes that this new trust will enable investors to tap into the comprehensive growth potential of the entire MakerDAO ecosystem and reduce reliance on traditional financial systems.

Despite a general downturn in the crypto market this year, MKR has exhibited strong performance. The altcoin has increased by 17% since January 2024, showcasing its relative strength compared to other tokens.

MakerDAO (MKR) Price Performance. Source: TradingView

However, investors should note that while Grayscale intends to have the shares of new products quoted on secondary markets, such outcomes are not guaranteed. Previous experiences indicate that while some Grayscale products have successfully secured trading on secondary markets, others have struggled to meet their investment objectives.

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In addition to the MakerDAO Trust, Grayscale recently launched the Grayscale Bittensor Trust and the Grayscale Sui Trust. These Trusts invest in TAO and SUI tokens, which align with Bittensor‘s decentralized AI development and Sui’s scalable smart contract technology.