Bitwise Files Updated S-1 for Avalanche ETF, Reveals Ticker BAVA and Management Fee

Highlights:

• Avalanche ETF will trade under the ticker “BAVA” on NYSE Arca.
• Bitwise has set a 0.34% fee but waives it initially to attract investors.
• Staking rewards will be included, offering added yield to institutional holders.

Crypto asset manager Bitwise’s latest move indicates a step forward in the competitive race for altcoin ETFs. The firm has submitted a revision of its registration to the U.S. SEC for a spot-based Avalanche ETF. The amendment finalizes the main structural aspects of the offering and clears the way for its listing on public markets.

Avalanche ETF Gets Closer to Launch

Bitwise’s Avalanche ETF has now been given the ticker symbol ‘BAVA,’ which is planned for a NYSE Arca listing. The management fee included in this update is 0.34%. However, the first month or the point where the assets under management reach $500 million will be the stage where Bitwise will not charge any fee. This strategy mirrors their previous ETF launches for altcoins.

In a notable move, the ETF has staking rewards included in its structure. In this way, investors can get more than just AVAX exposure. The fund is tracking the CME CF Avalanche-Dollar Reference Rate; thus, its value is pegged to institutional pricing standards.

JUST IN: BITWISE FILED AN S-1 AMENDMENT FOR ITS AVALANCHE ETF.

MANAGEMENT FEE SET AT 0.34% AND THE TICKER WILL BE “BAVA.” pic.twitter.com/hEPpZAmmSM

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Bitwise has not taken off the delaying amendment from its SEC filing, even though the updated regulatory guidance is already in place. This shows that it is still expecting regulatory clearance before the launch.

Institutional-Grade Custody and Funding Structure

Custody details of the Avalanche ETF signify a divided setup. The Avalanche token holdings will be under the supervision of Coinbase Custody Trust Company. On the other hand, BNY Mellon will act as the cash custodian. In order to fund the ETF, Bitwise Investment Manager has committed $2.5 million by acquiring 100,000 shares of $25 each. This initial funding activity sets the ETF to be ready for launch.

What makes Avalanche different is the integration of staking rewards in an ETF format. This method allows traditional investors to reap the benefits that are usually offered only to the crypto-native holders. Moreover, it expands the value proposition past mere price exposure.

The offering is not the only one competing in the ETF market. VanEck and Grayscale have also submitted their filing for Avalanche ETFs. VanEck has already registered its product in Delaware and is planning to get a green light from the SEC. Grayscale, however, is aiming for a Nasdaq listing. Moreover, the Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) recently registered the Avalanche ETF, which indicates that the trading preparations have been initiated.

AVAX Price Jumps on Filing News

Following the Avalanche ETF filing update, AVAX experienced a price increase of more than 7% to $14.96. The volume of trading also experienced a surge of 11%, which is a good indicator of the market’s strong interest. 

The price hit a high of $14.99, having risen from lows of $13.93. This is seen as a reflection of the market’s growing confidence in the Avalanche ETF being approved. The weekly gains have now turned positive to 3%, which is a result of the overall recovery in the crypto market.

The sharp price increase was aligned with the overall recovery in the market and the rising demand of investors in altcoin ETFs. Bitwise also launched its XRP and Dogecoin ETFs at the beginning of this week, which energized the market even more. These products have drawn attention from both retail and institutional investors.