As Asset Managers Exit Crypto, The Music May Be Stopping For Many Cryptocurrencies

Crypto-related stocks are outperforming both Bitcoin and broader equity markets YTD, a divergence driven by AI infrastructure pivots, stablecoin adoption and the ongoing equity bull market. Recent 13F filings show major asset managers are also reducing direct crypto exposure (BTC, ETH, XRP, SOL) while rotating into selected crypto infrastructure names.

Seeking Alpha • May 27, 2026

Clarity Act Passes Senate Banking Committee, Crypto Stocks Rally

The Senate Banking Committee approved the Clarity Act in a bipartisan vote. But some issues are still up for debate.

Investors Business Daily • May 14, 2026

Crypto ETFs: Blockchain Equities Reemerge

Crypto equity ETFs (or blockchain ETFs) were once one of the main ways to access the crypto theme in an ETF wrapper. That changed after the January 2024 approval of spot bitcoin ETPs, which gave investors a simpler and more direct way to express a bitcoin view.

ETF Trends • May 14, 2026

An ETF Vibe Check: Are Thematic ETFs Back? Did They Ever Leave?

There are a lot of stories to tell in the ETF ecosystem on a weekly, even daily basis.

ETF Trends • Apr 9, 2026

DAPP: A High-Beta Crypto Equity Basket

The VanEck Digital Transformation ETF offers tactical exposure to the blockchain sector, with a strong correlation to Bitcoin price movements. DAPP's top holdings are heavily dependent on Bitcoin and Ethereum prices, despite the ETF's stated goal of tracking broader blockchain equities. Net inflows and stablecoin market cap growth signal renewed investor confidence and increasing fiat entry into the crypto ecosystem.

Seeking Alpha • Jan 12, 2026

VanEck Announces Year-End Distributions for VanEck Equity ETFs

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--VanEck announced today the 2025 annual distributions per share for its VanEck equity exchange-traded funds.

Business Wire • Dec 20, 2025

DAPP: VanEck Digital Assets ETF Rockets On Crypto Friendly Trump Regime

VanEck Digital Transformation ETF (DAPP) is rated BUY for investors "seeking alpha" amid speculative growth & diversified crypto exposure and a crypto-friendly Trump 2.0 administration. DAPP has outperformed Bitcoin, S&P 500, and Nasdaq-100 over the past year, delivering +81% returns and benefiting from strong holdings like IREN, Coinbase, and Hut 8. The ETF is a "risk on" investment, with performance sensitive to macro economic events and Fed interest rate policy, but offers global diversification and access to leading digital asset companies.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 29, 2025

3 Crypto ETFs Poised To Surge With Big Spikes In Momentum Ranking And Fund Scores

Three blockchain and cryptocurrency-linked exchange-traded funds have surged into the market's top decile as momentum scores spiked sharply this week, suggesting these funds may be on the cusp of a breakout rally.

Benzinga • Sep 17, 2025

DAPP: Digest High Volatility Systematically For High Potential

DAPP provides concentrated exposure to miners, exchanges, and infrastructure; potential for explosive long‑term growth but extreme volatility with frequent ±50% swings. I think it can outperform in risk‑on markets and offer occasional low correlation to equities; suitable for small (5‑10%) growth portfolio allocation. It tracks the MVIS Global Digital Assets Equity Index with accelerated inclusion of qualifying companies; ~28% non‑US exposure; balanced holdings caps.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 13, 2025

DAPP: Lagging Bitcoin And Ether Lately, Remaining Cautious

I maintain a hold rating on DAPP due to resistance at key technical levels and negative seasonal trends despite improved valuation. DAPP has outperformed the S&P 500 since February and offers exposure to digital asset transformation but remains highly volatile and concentrated. Liquidity concerns persist with DAPP, and investors should use limit orders; the fund's high yield is not guaranteed given inconsistent distributions.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 14, 2025