Changes in Partnership with 21Shares Spot Ethereum ETF

Recently, on June 1, Ark Invest, a renowned global asset management firm, announced the termination of its partnership with the 21Shares spot Ethereum ETFs. The decision was made to allow 21Shares to independently manage the Ethereum ETFs.

In response to this development, the SEC released amended S-1 filings renaming the ETF to 21Shares Core Ethereum ETF, which was previously known as ARK 21Shares Ethereum ETF. The ARK 21Shares Ethereum ETF was one of the eight spot ETH ETFs approved by the SEC on May 23 for issuance on the BZX Exchange.

Shift in Focus: BTC Over Ethereum ETF?

ARK Invest and 21Shares have collaborated on various cryptocurrency assets, including Bitcoin Future ETFs, with a recent focus on spot BTC ETFs. ARK Invest praised 21Shares for its alignment with an open and transparent investment approach in the crypto space. Despite the decision to discontinue the partnership for the spot Ethereum ETF, ARK Invest maintains its belief in the transformative potential of Ethereum's blockchain technology for long-term value creation.

While the partnership for the Ethereum ETF did not progress, ARK Invest reaffirmed its commitment to partnering with 21Shares for the spot BTC ETFs, approved on January 11, 2024. The firm emphasized its dedication to promoting the accessibility of Bitcoin as a public good at a low cost.

Additionally, 21Shares submitted amended S-1 filings indicating that the Ethereum ETF will be traded on the BZX Exchange. Sponsored by 21Shares US LLC and managed by CSC Delaware Trust Company as the Trustee, Coinbase Custody serves as the Ether Custodian for the fund.

Furthermore, on the same day, four other key issuers—Franklin Templeton, VanEck, Invesco Galaxy, and BlackRock—submitted their S-1 filings in accordance with the SEC's regulations, signifying a growing interest in cryptocurrency ETF offerings.

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