FTSE Bitcoin Index Now Benchmark for ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF

The ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF has signed a licensing agreement with FTSE to use the FTSE Bitcoin Index for valuation, effective August 27, 2026. The new deal replaces the prior agreement with CF Benchmarks for the CME CF Bitcoin Reference Rate - New York Variant.

The transition is set to take place on August 31, 2026, following a notice period that began on June 30, 2026.

Under the terms of the new agreement, the FTSE Bitcoin Index will be used for valuation and operations. The deal has an initial one-year term with automatic annual renewals, supporting continuity in index administration.

This change is part of ongoing efforts to ensure the Trust's index administration remains up-to-date and effective.