Bitwise Submits Application for Stablecoin and Tokenized ETF

Key Points:

  • Bitwise submits ETF filing to SEC for stablecoin exposure.
  • Potential launch around November.
  • No major blockchain movements noted.

Bitwise Asset Management submitted a prospectus to the SEC for the Bitwise Stablecoin and Tokenized ETF, targeting late November 2025 for its launch, according to Bloomberg’s Eric Balchunas.

The ETF aims to provide exposure to assets benefiting from stablecoin and tokenization adoption, with potential impacts on institutional investment and crypto market dynamics.

Bitwise’s ETF Targets Growing Stablecoin Market

Bitwise Asset Management announced its submission to the U.S. SEC for a new ETF focused on stablecoin and tokenization innovation. This proposed ETF intends to provide investors with exposure to assets that may profit from the increasing use of stablecoins and the accompanying market shifts.

The multibillion-dollar stablecoin market is a key target, projected to grow significantly. This ETF offers an opportunity to tap into those growth prospects, although it will not directly hold stablecoins. This approach aligns with current regulatory standards and market trends.

Eric Balchunas, Senior ETF Analyst, Bloomberg, “The Bitwise Stablecoin and Tokenized ETF could launch around the end of November (around Thanksgiving).” Source

Expected Impact of Bitwise ETF Approval on Markets

Did you know? Similar past ETF approvals, like the BlackRock Bitcoin ETF in 2024, have historically led to inflows and market interest. These trends could repeat following Bitwise’s filed ETF launch.

According to CoinMarketCap, Tether USD (USDT) maintains a market cap of formatNumber(170841509227, 2) with a stable trading price of $1. Although the 24-hour trading volume decreased by 16.74%, the 7-day price saw a modest increase of 1.29%. As of September 16, 2025, its fully diluted market cap stands at formatNumber(174770086977, 2).

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Tether USDt(USDT), daily chart, screenshot on CoinMarketCap at 23:34 UTC on September 16, 2025. Source: CoinMarketCap

Insights from Coincu suggest that the ETF’s approval and launch could accelerate stablecoin adoption, especially with the regulatory frameworks provided by acts like the GENIUS Act. Historical trends indicate possible increased capital flow into digital assets related to these frameworks.

Source: https://coincu.com/news/bitwise-files-stablecoin-etf/