
Bitwise to Hold HYPE on Balance Sheet, Recycle 10% of BHYP Fees Into Token
Bitwise will hold HYPE on its balance sheet and route 10% of its Hyperliquid ETF management fee back into the token, an unusual issuer commitment.
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