- Ark Invest filed several Bitcoin ETFs on October 14, 2025 under ARK ETF Trust.
- The new filings include the ARK Bitcoin Yield ETF and DIET Bitcoin Series 1 and 2.
- Ark-backed Solmate Infrastructure bought Solana after the market fell.
- Ark remains the largest holder of Solmate, valued at nearly $1 billion in the third quarter of 2025.
Ark Invest, the investment management firm led by Cathie Wood, has expanded its cryptocurrency ambitions with a new round of Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) filings. The company submitted several preliminary prospectuses on October 14, 2025, signaling its continued focus on digital assets as institutional demand increases for regulated crypto investment products.
According to PANews, Ark Invest filed applications for several Bitcoin ETFs under the ARK ETF Trust. These include the ARK Bitcoin Yield ETF, the ARK DIET Bitcoin 1 ETF (Q1-Q4), and the ARK DIET Bitcoin 2 ETF (Q1-T4). Each filing was submitted in the form of a preliminary prospectus, marking the first step in the regulatory review process with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
The new ETFs aim to provide investors with structured exposure to the performance of Bitcoin while managing volatility through diversified quarterly series. Although details of the underlying strategies have not been disclosed, market analysts noted that Ark’s filings indicate continued efforts to expand cryptocurrency-related investment vehicles beyond traditional spot and futures funds.
Cathie Wood’s continued focus on digital assets
Cathie Wood has been one of the most vocal advocates of digital assets within the traditional investment community. Ark Invest’s previous involvement in the cryptocurrency markets includes partnerships and products related to Bitcoin and Ethereum. With these latest filings, Ark appears to be broadening its approach to cater to investors’ diverse appetites for crypto exposure.
Wood has often highlighted the potential of blockchain technology to reshape financial systems. By introducing new Bitcoin ETFs, Ark Invest continues to align its investment strategy with this vision. The proposed ETFs, if approved, would join a growing list of digital asset products gaining traction among U.S. asset managers following regulatory advances earlier this year.
Market context and volatility of cryptocurrencies
These documents come at a time when cryptocurrency markets are experiencing new volatility. Last week’s sharp sell-off affected several major digital assets, including Solana, which saw a two-day decline of almost 22%. The economic slowdown is linked to intensifying geopolitical tensions and risk aversion in financial markets.
Despite the turbulence, institutional interest in blockchain-based assets remains strong. Many asset managers are seeking regulated structures to attract investors seeking safer access to cryptocurrencies. Ark Invest’s latest ETF applications demonstrate continued confidence in the long-term role of Bitcoin within diversified portfolios.
Purchase of Solana by Solmate during market downturn
On the same day as the ETF filings, Reuters reported that Solmate Infrastructurea company backed by Ark Invest, purchased Solana during the recent market decline. “We bought the dip,” said Marco Santori, CEO of Solmate Infrastructure. He confirmed that the company acquired the Solana tokens at a 15% discount to the market value, although the scale of the transaction was not revealed.
Solmate, which was renamed Brera Holdings in September, focuses on Solana-based digital infrastructure and treasury management. As of September 30, Ark Invest was the largest holder of Solmate, which has a market value of around $1 billion, according to LSEG data. The company’s rebranding follows a $300 million investment from the Solana Foundation, Ark Invest, RockawayX and UAE-based Pulsar Group.
With the dual development of new Bitcoin ETF deposits and increased activity in Solana-related businesses, Ark Invest continues to expand its presence in the cryptocurrency sector. The company’s latest initiatives reflect its continued commitment to building bridges between traditional finance and blockchain innovation.
