Bitwise
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has extended its review period for exchange-traded funds tied to prediction markets. These ETFs from Roundhill, Bitwise, and GraniteShares track odds on political races and economic indicators. The agency is seeking further clarity on their structure and disclosures.
Reported by AI
At NEARCON 2026, Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley portrayed artificial intelligence as an unstoppable driver for blockchain adoption. Haun Ventures partner Diogo Monica countered that AI agents might rely on existing payment systems. The discussion highlighted both optimism and caution regarding crypto's role in an AI-driven future.
Crypto asset manager Bitwise has outlined three key conditions that could determine whether the market's strong start to 2026 leads to new highs. Bitcoin and ether have risen about 7% year-to-date, while Dogecoin has surged 29%. The firm highlights reduced liquidation risks, U.S. legislative progress, and stable equities as critical factors.
Reported by AI
Bitwise Funds Trust submitted registration statements to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on December 30 for eleven strategy-based exchange-traded funds. These ETFs focus on major blockchain protocols and represent one of the largest single-day crypto ETF filings in industry history. The funds are anticipated to become effective 75 days after filing.