Bitwise Files for First U.S. Election Prediction Market ETFs Targeting 2026 and 2028

Asset manager Bitwise has submitted a preliminary filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for novel exchange-traded funds (ETFs) linked to political prediction markets. The proposed Bitwise Election BETting ETFs aim to track indexes based on the outcomes of future U.S. elections, starting with the 2026 midterms and the 2028 presidential race. This move represents a significant step toward bringing regulated, exchange-traded exposure to event contracts, a domain popularized by crypto-based prediction platforms. The filing underscores the growing institutional interest in merging traditional finance with innovative, data-driven markets. Approval from regulators could open a new asset class for investors seeking to hedge or gain exposure to political volatility.