Truth Social, US President Donald Trump's media venture, has taken a bold step into the cryptocurrency market. The platform, which operates under the Trump Media & Technology Group umbrella, officially filed an application with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on June 16, 2025, for a Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF (exchange-traded fund).
Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF application from Truth Social
According to the application filed by Truth Social, investors will be offered direct exposure to both Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) assets. The fund, which is planned to be traded on the NYSE Arca exchange under the ticker symbol B.T., will allocate 75% of its investment portfolio to Bitcoin and 25% to Ethereum. The fund is sponsored by Yorkville America Digital, a New Jersey-based crypto asset firm. Custody services will be provided by Crypto.com.
Devin Nunes, CEO of Trump Media & Technology Group, which owns Truth Social, described the new ETF application as part of the company's digital finance vision. In his statement, Nunes said, “At Trump Media, we continue to aggressively develop our products and services. As part of this vision, our Bitcoin reserves are also growing.”
This crypto initiative from the Trump camp has resonated not only in the investment world but also in political circles. As recalled, Trump openly supported Bitcoin mining in his 2024 election campaign and argued that the US should become a “crypto production hub.”
The company's strategic approach to digital assets is not limited to the ETF application. Trump Media also announced that it has raised approximately $2.3 billion in capital. This funding was secured from approximately fifty investors through debt financing and stock subscription agreements. In another document submitted to the SEC, it was noted that the company had registered approximately 56 million shares of common stock and 29 million shares of convertible bonds for resale. Devin Nunes emphasized that these financial activities were conducted to support the company's growth strategy and expansion plans.
Bitcoin price nears 107,000 dollars
Truth Social's ETF application was also welcomed positively in the cryptocurrency market. According to market data, Bitcoin rose to $106,777, up 1.6% following the news. The market value exceeded $2.12 trillion, while the 24-hour trading volume reached $42 billion. Bitcoin's market dominance is currently at 63.66%. A limited increase was also observed on the Ethereum side. Market players expect a significant upward momentum in both BTC and ETH prices if the ETF is approved by the SEC.
An ETF application featuring Trump's name is expected to be particularly influential, especially given the current regulatory process for cryptocurrencies. All eyes are now on the SEC's decision.
