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Which new crypto ETFs were filed?

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TLDR

The newest filings are eleven single?token strategy crypto ETFs submitted by Bitwise, targeting Aave (AAVE), Uniswap (UNI), Zcash (ZEC), Bittensor (TAO), Sui (SUI), NEAR, Starknet (STRK), Ethena (ENA), Hyperliquid (HYPE), Tron (TRX), and Canton (CC), as reported by Cointelegraph.

  1. Each ETF mixes up to 60% direct token exposure with at least 40% via ETPs/derivatives, per Yahoo Finance.
  2. Filings were made on 30 Dec; funds are intended for NYSE Arca and could be effective in roughly 75 days (Yahoo Finance).
  3. The suite broadens access beyond BTC/ETH across DeFi, L1s, privacy, and AI tokens (Cointelegraph).

Deep Dive

1. Filings and Token Coverage

Bitwise (the issuer) filed for eleven single?asset crypto ETFs focused on major altcoins. The set spans DeFi (Aave, Uniswap), L1s/L2s (NEAR, Sui, Starknet), privacy (Zcash), AI/narrative assets (Bittensor, Hyperliquid), and network tokens like Tron and Canton, per the coverage from Cointelegraph.

  • The filing date was 30 Dec, aiming to list on NYSE Arca, with a breadth that suggests institutional demand beyond large?cap coins (Yahoo Finance).
  • Multiple outlets corroborate the eleven?fund scope and the named assets, including CryptoPotato.
What this means

If approved, advisers and institutions could access targeted altcoin exposure through regulated ETFs rather than holding tokens directly.

2. Strategy ETF Structure

These are strategy ETFs, not plain spot funds. They allocate up to 60% of assets directly into the underlying coin and at least 40% via exchange?traded products or derivatives to fine?tune exposure, as outlined by Yahoo Finance.

  • The hybrid design aims to fit existing ETF rules while delivering coin?specific exposure and manage operational constraints (Cointelegraph).
What this means

The structure is designed to work within current U.S. ETF frameworks, potentially easing custody and compliance while still offering targeted crypto exposure.

3. Timing and Venue

Coverage indicates an intended listing on NYSE Arca and an estimated effectiveness window of roughly 75 days from filing; some reports point to mid?March 2026 as a tentative start, subject to SEC review (Yahoo Finance; CoinGape).

  • Tickers and fees were not finalized in the reported materials; the effective date depends on SEC processes (Cointelegraph).
What this means

These are filings, not approvals. Watch for formal SEC updates and final listing details before assuming availability.

Conclusion

Bitwises eleven single?token strategy ETFs would offer regulated routes into specific altcoins, using a hybrid structure to meet ETF requirements. If the SEC clears them, they could broaden institutional access beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum, but final timing, tickers, and fees depend on regulatory review.

Educational information only. Crypto markets are volatile and this is not financial advice.


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