VanEck has officially launched the VanEck Onchain Economy ETF (Ticker: NODE), providing investors with a new avenue to access companies building the digital asset economy. Listed today on the Cboe exchange, the fund will be actively managed by Matthew Sigel, VanEck’s Head of Digital Assets Research.
A Broader Approach to Digital Assets
NODE is designed to offer diversified and flexible exposure to the rapidly expanding blockchain and cryptocurrency sectors. The fund targets companies directly involved in:
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Crypto mining and holding
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Digital asset exchanges
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Energy and infrastructure for blockchain
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Blockchain-based financial services
Additionally, NODE may allocate assets to crypto-linked exchange-traded products (ETPs) but will not directly hold cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin.
“By taking a broader view of the onchain economy, NODE can deliver both diversification and liquidity, ramping up volatility when risk is rewarded,” said Sigel in the official press release.
Dynamic Portfolio Strategy
One of NODE’s key features is its adaptive investment strategy. The fund will continuously adjust its holdings in response to Bitcoin price movements and broader market dynamics. Sigel emphasized that NODE aims to balance risk exposure by actively managing beta and volatility.
“NODE is built to provide responsible exposure to Bitcoin and the businesses driving the growth of the onchain economy,” he added.
Inclusive Investment Criteria
NODE’s portfolio is not limited to crypto-native companies. Any firm that has publicly declared plans to enter the digital assets space—through filings, earnings calls, or investor communications—could be included. This approach allows NODE to capture opportunities from:
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New IPOs
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Corporate spinouts
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Strategic business pivots into digital assets
The fund’s flexible mandate ensures it stays relevant as the blockchain economy evolves.
Initial Portfolio Composition
At launch, NODE features a blend of established tech companies and emerging blockchain-focused firms. These companies operate across:
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Data centers
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Cloud computing services
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Blockchain-enabled payment platforms
The goal is to give investors exposure to crypto market trends while mitigating the extreme volatility often associated with pure-play crypto investments.
VanEck’s Broader Crypto ETF Strategy
NODE complements VanEck’s existing Digital Transformation ETF (Ticker: DAPP), which passively tracks companies in the crypto space. As of May 14, DAPP holds $185 million in net assets.
This latest ETF debut follows a surge in crypto-focused ETF launches, fueled by shifting regulatory sentiment in the U.S. Notably, VanEck recently filed with the SEC for approval to launch a BNB Chain-linked ETF, signaling its broader commitment to digital asset investment products.
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