CTBC Investments has partnered with ARK Invest to introduce the "CTBC ARK Innovation Active ETF" (00983A), which is now open for subscription until June 5. This ETF focuses on five disruptive innovation themes, including AI, autonomous vehicles, blockchain, and precision medicine, aimed at targeting high-growth potential companies not yet included in mainstream indices.

According to ARK Invest's recent report, the declining costs of AI technology are expected to drive broader adoption across industries. The rapid progress in autonomous driving is projected to significantly lower operational costs, with estimates suggesting taxi fares could drop by nearly 90% by 2035. Companies like Tesla, which is leading the autonomous driving space with its Robotaxi, are set to play a key role in this transport revolution.

00983A's manager, Tang Zuyin, noted that emergent technologies often present significant growth potential before they are widely accepted, making active stock selection advantageous. With about 30% of the fund's assets allocated to lesser-known growth stocks, the ETF aims to create opportunities for investors to participate in the early stages of technological transformation.