what's vaneck bitcoin etf?
VanEck Bitcoin ETF (HODL) is a spot exchange-traded fund that provides investors with direct exposure to the price of Bitcoin without the need to hold the cryptocurrency themselves. Managed by VanEck, a global investment management firm, the ETF holds physical Bitcoin in secure custody through qualified custodians, tracking Bitcoin's spot price via the CME CF Bitcoin Reference Rate. This structure allows traditional investors to access Bitcoin through familiar brokerage platforms, brokerage accounts, and retirement plans, bridging conventional finance with the cryptocurrency ecosystem. The fund emphasizes simplicity and security, with VanEck handling all operational aspects including custody, trading, and compliance. It operates under U.S. regulatory oversight as an ETF listed on major exchanges, offering intraday trading liquidity. VanEck has committed a portion of the ETF's profits—specifically 5%—to support the ongoing development of Bitcoin Core, the open-source software powering the Bitcoin network, demonstrating a dedication to the long-term health of the asset. As part of VanEck's broader portfolio of thematic ETFs, HODL aligns with the "HODL" philosophy of long-term holding prevalent in crypto culture, making it suitable for investors seeking a regulated vehicle for Bitcoin accumulation and portfolio diversification.
VanEck Bitcoin ETF had a $7.2M net outflow on 2026-01-08.
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x.com/vaneck_usExperienced net outflow of $7.2 million on 2026-01-08.
Recorded net inflows of $15 million on 2026-01-05.
Recorded net outflow of $0.5 million for the week ending January 3, 2026.
Experienced $6.8 million in outflows on December 31, 2025.
Experienced net outflows of $110.7 million in December 2025.
Recorded net inflow of $5.0 million on December 30, 2025.
Forecasted DEX volumes to reach $4 trillion and TVL to exceed $200 billion in 2025, which did not materialize as TVL remained below prior highs.
experienced zero net flow on 2025-12-26
Recorded zero net flow on December 27, 2025.
Recorded zero net flow on 2025-12-23, with no inflows or outflows reported.
Recorded zero net flows on December 24, 2025.
VanEck highlights a 4% drop in Bitcoin hashrate, signaling miner capitulation and a potential market bottom, with technical indicators suggesting a possible bullish reversal in early 2026.
Experienced net outflow of $33.64 million on December 22, 2025.
Filed for an AVAX ETF with the SEC.
experienced net outflows of $7.4 million during the weekly period ending December 20, 2025
Partnered with SolvBTC for RWA yield strategies and institutional Bitcoin product development.
Recorded zero net flow on December 17, 2025.
Recorded zero net flow on December 18, 2025.
Experienced a net outflow of $18 million on December 17, 2025.
HODL records -$21.25 million in net outflows on December 15, 2025, continuing the recent outflow trend amid widespread Bitcoin ETF redemptions totaling -$351.69 million.
HODL records zero net flows on December 12, 2025, following the -$19.38 million outflow on December 11.
HODL records -$19.38 million in net outflows on December 11, 2025, the largest single-day outflow in recent trading days.
HODL records zero net flows on December 9, 2025, following the -$5.76 million outflow on December 8.
HODL records -$5.76 million in net outflows on December 8, 2025, compared to the +$11.4 million inflows recorded on December 5.
HODL records $11.4 million in net inflows on December 5, 2025, reversing the outflow trend from November when the ETF experienced -$121.9 million in total monthly outflows.
November 2025 monthly data shows HODL with -$121.9 million in total outflows, making it the 5th largest outflow driver as Bitcoin ETFs collectively experience -$3,477 million (-38K BTC), the 2nd largest monthly outflow since inception.
VanEck extends the fee waiver for HODL Bitcoin ETF through July 31, 2026, maintaining 0% management fee on the first $2.5 billion in assets under management.
HODL records zero flows on November 24, 2025, while total Bitcoin ETF market shows -$151 million in net outflows.
VanEck CEO makes public statements warning about quantum computing threats to Bitcoin (SHA-256 and ECDSA vulnerabilities), which critics characterize as either late-stage risk disclosure or strategic narrative positioning after years of promoting the HODL Bitcoin ETF.
HODL records -$63.2 million in weekly outflows, while total Bitcoin ETF market sees -$1,216.8 million in net weekly outflows.
HODL records -$30.6 million in outflows on November 20, 2025, while total Bitcoin ETF market sees -$903.2 million in net outflows, reversing from +$75.4 million in inflows the previous day.
HODL records -$17.6 million in outflows on November 19, 2025, while total Bitcoin ETF market reverses to +$75.4 million in net inflows from -$372.8 million outflows the previous day.
HODL records zero flows on November 18, 2025, while total Bitcoin ETF market shows -$372.8 million in net outflows.
HODL records -$23.3 million in outflows on November 17, 2025, while total Bitcoin ETF market sees -$220.1 million in net outflows.
HODL records -$8.3 million in outflows on November 13, 2025, breaking a three-day zero-flow streak, while total Bitcoin ETF market sees -$866.7 million in net outflows.
HODL records zero flows for third consecutive day on November 12, 2025, while total Bitcoin ETF market shows -$278.1 million in net outflows, reversing from $524 million in inflows the previous day.
Jan van Eck participates in panel at The Bridge event with BlackRock's Samara Cohen, discussing major financial institutions moving past experimentation with tokenization and stablecoins now central to long-term strategies.
HODL records zero flows on November 11, 2025, while total Bitcoin ETF market shows $524 million in net inflows.
VanEck Bitcoin ETF ($HODL) records zero flows on November 10, 2025, while total Bitcoin ETF market shows $1.2 million in net inflows.
VBILL AUM closes in on $100M, with the Securitize-tokenized product available on Ethereum, Solana, BNB Chain, and Avalanche.
VanEck Bitcoin ETF (HODL) records -$13.3 million in weekly net outflows, part of -$1,208.4 million total outflows across all Bitcoin ETFs for the week.
VanEck Bitcoin ETF ($HODL) records zero flows on November 7, 2025, while total Bitcoin ETF market shows -$558.4 million in net outflows.
Securitize and VanEck launch tokenized treasury fund $VBILL on Aave Horizon, using Chainlink's NAVLink for onchain pricing.
VanEck Bitcoin ETF ($HODL) records $3.68 million inflow on November 5th, while total Bitcoin ETF market shows $135.94 million net outflow.
VanEck Bitcoin ETF ($HODL) records $17.04 million outflow on November 4th, part of $566.40 million total outflows across all Bitcoin ETFs.
VanEck Bitcoin ETF (HODL) records $66.7 million in monthly net inflows according to Bitcoin ETF flow monthly summary.
VanEck files S-1 with SEC for a BNB ETF. VanEck Bitcoin ETF ($HODL) records $3.78 million outflow on 10/30.
VanEck ($132 billion AUM) states Bitcoin is in a "mid-cycle reset" rather than a bear market, citing strong fundamentals and rising adoption.
VanEck Bitcoin ETF ($HODL) records $0.00 million in net flow on 10/22.
VanEck Bitcoin ETF records daily inflow of $21.2 million.
VanEck submits S-1 filing to SEC for VanEck Lido Staked ETH ETF, which would become the first U.S. ETF referencing stETH if approved.
21Shares becomes the first Solana ETF issuer to complete Form 8-A approval on October 17, 2025, moving ahead of VanEck and Bitwise in the regulatory approval process.
HODL Bitcoin ETF records weekly net outflow of $17.5 million as part of broader Bitcoin ETF market outflow totaling $1,225.3 million across all products.
HODL Bitcoin ETF records trading volume of $150M+ in one day and $500M this week, representing 2x the previous high, and reaches approximately $2B in Assets Under Management.
VanEck signs letter opposing Senate Democrats' draft DeFi proposal that would grant Treasury new powers over open-source software, advocating for risk-based rules that protect consumers without criminalizing developers.
Updated S-1 filing for Solana Spot ETF sets management fee at 0.30% and includes staking plans with multiple third-party validators allocated by performance, uptime, and compliance.
Net outflow of $11.4 million from HODL Bitcoin ETF on October 13, 2025.
VanEck's Head of Digital Assets Research participates in Lido Poolside Community Call on October 16th for roundtable discussion on Ethereum ETF, marking public collaboration following recent stETH ETF filing.
Files for stETH ETF positioning staked Ethereum as advantageous compared to regular ETH ETFs, marking expansion of liquid staking ETF products beyond Solana.
U.S. Bitcoin ETFs collectively hold a record 1.34 million Bitcoin as of October 4, 2025.
VanEck Bitcoin Trust records $26.00 million in net inflows on October 3rd, contributing to total Bitcoin ETF flows of $969.92 million across all Bitcoin ETFs.
VBILL integrates with Wormhole protocol as the chosen infrastructure for interoperability, joining BlackRock, Apollo Global, and other leading institutions building on the same rails for modern finance.
RLUSD liquidity integration with VBILL is now live and operational, allowing instant onchain movement between tokenized treasuries and RLUSD stablecoin through the Ripple partnership.
Securitize announces partnership to provide RLUSD liquidity access for VBILL, expanding tokenized dollar integrations beyond the previously announced Agora AUSD integration.
Files S-1 documentation for JitoSOL ETF, marking expansion beyond general Solana ETF to liquid staking derivatives.
VanEck is participating in Hyperliquid's stablecoin RFP process as an asset manager alongside State Street custody, offering to return 100% of net revenue to Hyperliquid with $10M+ day-1 liquidity commitment.
Singapore forum attracts 120+ institutional clients; poll shows 55% have no Bitcoin exposure.
Achieves #2 ranking in August Bitcoin ETF flows among providers.
VBILL product integrates with Agora's AUSD to enable weekend creations and redemptions, enhancing liquidity operations.
Files updated S-1 documentation for Solana ETF alongside seven other major institutions.
Major asset manager CEO positions Ethereum as preferred blockchain for Wall Street institutional adoption.
Partners with Securitize to enable institutional borrowing against RWAs including VBILL product on Aave Horizon market.
5% of ETF profits allocated to Bitcoin developers; daily inflow reaches $6.3M
Files for first 100% liquid staking token ETF focused on JitoSOL, following SEC's clarification on liquid staking tokens' security status.
Strategic $5M investment in Legion to build onchain fundraising infrastructure, featuring equal terms for VCs and community participants.
$133B asset manager maintains $180,000 Bitcoin price target for end of 2025.
SEC delays decision on spot Solana ETF application.
Onchain AUM increases 50% in two weeks; VBILL fund operates across four networks with Securitize tokenization.
BMNR token added to NODE product lineup.
New profit-sharing mechanism allocates 5% of ETF profits to Bitcoin developers.
Institutional wallet linked to VanEck receives $4.6M worth of HYPE tokens from Nonco.
CEO of $133B asset manager declares Bitcoin is digital gold during Bloomberg appearance.
ETF infrastructure advances with State Street as Authorized Participant and LST integration for operational efficiency.
Files updated S-1 for Spot Solana ETF, joining three other issuers out of nine total applicants.
Options trading launches this week for HODL; in-kind creations and redemptions approved for enhanced operational efficiency.
On-chain AUM increases by 50% within one week.
Strategic partnership established to provide graded RWA rewards for blockchain gaming, combining physical and digital assets.
Traditional financial firm signals Web3 cultural engagement through Pudgy Penguin PFP adoption, indicating strategic push into NFT space.
VanEck analysts set $11,800 ETH price target.
5% of profits are allocated to Bitcoin developers.
Real-world assets reach $418.1M with 140.6% YTD growth, featuring assets from major financial institutions including BlackRock and Apollo.
ETF records $6M daily inflow while allocating 5% of profits to Bitcoin developers
Tokenized Treasury Fund AUM grows 628% in 30 days, indicating strong market adoption.
DTCC adds spot Solana ETF to active and pre-launch funds list.
SEC delays decision on spot Avalanche ETF application.
Major ETF providers actively pressure SEC to reinstate first-to-file review order for ETF applications.
Major ETF providers formally challenge SEC's ETF approval process through joint letter, advocating for first-to-file principle.
ETF product allocates 5% of profits to Bitcoin developers, establishing direct ecosystem support mechanism.