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SEC Approves 21Shares’ Innovative Hyperliquid ETF Designed for HYPE Token

21Shares US LLC has made significant strides in the cryptocurrency investment space by filing a registration statement with the SEC for the 21Shares Hyperliquid ETF.

This new exchange-traded fund aims to provide investors an opportunity to track the spot price of HYPE, the native token of the Hyperliquid blockchain, without the complexities of direct crypto management.

Structured as a Delaware statutory trust, the ETF plans to hold HYPE as its primary asset and employs staking to potentially enhance returns.

While staking could generate additional yield, it may also lead to liquidity constraints due to the time required for unstaking funds.

Notably, custody services for the ETF will be managed by established firms such as Coinbase Custody Trust Company and Bitgo Trust Company, ensuring a layer of security with up to $470 million in combined insurance coverage.

However, investors should remain cautious as assets within this ETF are not insured by the FDIC, indicating inherent risks.

Market volatility, regulatory uncertainties, and taxation on staking rewards are essential factors for participants to consider.

This initiative marks a continuation of 21Shares’ growing interest in Hyperliquid, especially following their recent proposal for a leveraged HYPE ETF.

The acquisition of Falconx further illustrates the evolving intersection of traditional finance with on-chain cryptocurrency investments.

Investors are strongly encouraged to conduct thorough due diligence when considering this innovative financial product.