Grayscale Introduces Avalanche Trust to Expand Crypto Investment Offerings

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Grayscale Investments announced the launch of the Grayscale Avalanche Trust on Thursday, providing accredited investors with a new opportunity to gain exposure to cryptocurrency.

According to a Grayscale Investments press release, the newly established trust focuses on Avalanche (AVAX), a blockchain platform designed to optimize scalability, security, and decentralization.

The Trust is now open for daily subscription and operates similarly to Grayscale’s other single-asset investment trusts. It concentrates solely on investing in the AVAX token, which powers the Avalanche network and is also known for its role in facilitating real-world asset (RWA) tokenization.

We are proud to announce the creation of a new single-asset crypto investment fund, available through private placement: Grayscale Avalanche Trust $AVAX.

Available to eligible accredited investors.

Read the press release: https://t.co/XwKfjPD9Tw pic.twitter.com/HdzlNfwkQ8

David LaValle, Grayscale’s global head of exchange-traded funds (ETFs), noted that digital assets are increasingly being viewed beyond traditional political divides. In a recent interview, he pointed out that what was once a partisan issue is now widely accepted across the political spectrum.

This shift suggests that discussions around digital assets are now more focused on their economic potential and regulatory needs rather than being influenced by party politics. LaValle emphasized that this is a strong indicator of the sector’s growing relevance.

The company’s research shows that digital assets are becoming