Bitwise Files S-1 With SEC to Launch Uniswap-Focused ETF, UNI Token Slumps 16%

Group 1 - Bitwise has filed with the US SEC to launch the first ETF dedicated to Uniswap, marking a significant moment for decentralized finance (DeFi) [1][2] - The ETF aims to provide exposure to the value of Uniswap (UNI) held by the Trust, minus operational expenses and liabilities [2] - Bitwise registered a Delaware statutory trust for the Uniswap fund on January 27, a preliminary step before the SEC filing [3] Group 2 - The SEC previously investigated Uniswap Labs for operating as an unregistered securities exchange but backed off in February 2025 [4] - If approved, Coinbase Custody Trust Company will serve as the custodian for the Bitwise Uniswap ETF [4] - The UNI token has dropped 16.59% to $3.15 in the last 24 hours, reflecting a broader market downturn [5][6]