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CryptoUpdated×2•Originally published 18 May 2026•Updated 19 May 2026•
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Bitwise and 21Shares Launch Three HYPE ETFs with Diverse Yield Structures

Key Facts

1Bitwise will use 10% of BHYP ETF management fees to buy and stake HYPE tokens on its balance sheet.

Bitwise and 21Shares have launched three new HYPE token ETFs under the tickers BHYP, THYP, and TXXH. According to reports, these funds utilize different legal wrappers, yield mechanisms, and risk profiles to cater to diverse investor requirements. This expansion follows Bitwise's strategic decision to allocate 10% of its management fees toward purchasing and staking HYPE tokens on its balance sheet.

The simultaneous launch by two prominent digital asset managers signals a rapid institutional embrace of the Hyperliquid ecosystem. Per market data, the competition between Bitwise and 21Shares positions HYPE alongside major assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum in terms of regulated investment vehicle availability. Analysts suggest that the variety of legal structures is specifically designed to capture institutional demand for staking yields within a compliant framework.

Traders will be closely monitoring the initial liquidity and net inflows across all three ETFs as they begin trading. Looking ahead at the economic calendar, the upcoming US CPI inflation data remains a pivotal catalyst for broader digital asset sentiment and risk appetite. The volume of assets under management across BHYP, THYP, and TXXH will serve as the primary indicator of institutional interest in decentralized exchange ecosystems.

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    Update: The HYPE token exhibited significant price strength following the announcement, surging despite a broader market downturn that saw Bitcoin (BTC) drop approximately 6% over the past seven days. In a separate regulatory development, Galaxy has secured a BitLicense in New York, signaling continued institutional expansion amid market volatility.