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Hashdex Liquidates DEFI As First US Spot Bitcoin ETF Closure Arrives

Hashdex has begun liquidating its Hashdex Bitcoin ETF, ticker DEFI, marking the first closure of a US spot Bitcoin ETF since the category launched in 2024.

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Aug 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM UTC · 3 dk okuma

Hashdex Liquidates DEFI As First US Spot Bitcoin ETF Closure Arrives
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Hashdex has begun liquidating its Hashdex Bitcoin ETF, ticker DEFI, marking the first closure of a US spot Bitcoin ETF since the category launched in 2024.

The fund ceased trading on NYSE Arca on August 17. Hashdex cited low assets under management, high operating costs, and a small asset base of about $14.7 million as reasons for winding down the product. Liquidating cash distributions are expected between August 24 and August 28.

The closure is notable, but it should not be misread.

This is not evidence that the entire spot Bitcoin ETF market is failing. Larger products continue to attract significant capital. The Hashdex closure is better understood as product consolidation inside an increasingly competitive ETF category.

TL;DR

  • Hashdex is liquidating its DEFI Bitcoin ETF.
  • The fund stopped trading on NYSE Arca on August 17.
  • The closure reflects one smaller ETF winding down, not broad failure of the Bitcoin ETF market.

Why DEFI Could Not Compete

The spot Bitcoin ETF market has become extremely concentrated.

Large issuers with strong distribution, tight spreads, low fees, and deep brand recognition have dominated flows. Smaller funds have had to fight for visibility in a market where investors can already choose from highly liquid alternatives.

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