Crypto ETF Gets a Tune-Up: Nasdaq Tweaks the Hashdex Rules
Published Date: 2/4/2025
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Summary
Nasdaq is updating some details about the service providers and the basket size for the Hashdex Nasdaq Crypto Index US ETF. This change affects investors and fund managers by keeping the ETF’s info accurate and up to date. The update took effect immediately on January 16, 2025, with no big money or timing impacts expected.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Service-Provider Details Updated
If you own shares of the Hashdex Nasdaq Crypto Index US ETF or manage that fund, the ETF’s listed service providers were updated so the fund’s public descriptions stay accurate. The change became operative upon filing on January 16, 2025, and the filing states it does not significantly affect investor protection or competition.
ETF Basket Size Increased
The Exchange approved an increase to the basket size for the Hashdex Nasdaq Crypto Index US ETF so the fund’s creation/redemption basket is larger. This change became operative upon filing on January 16, 2025, and the filing represents it does not introduce novel regulatory issues or significant effects on investors or competition.
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