Hashdex has added Hyperliquid's HYPE token to its multi-asset spot crypto ETF, the Hashdex Nasdaq CME Crypto Index ETF (NCIQ). The change takes effect today, September 1, 2026, giving HYPE exposure through a regulated investment product for the first time. The token's price rose 1.29% to roughly $83 on the news.
A regulated entry point
The ETF is a spot product that holds a basket of cryptocurrencies. By adding HYPE, the fund now gives investors a way to bet on the token without holding it directly. That's a meaningful shift for a token that has mostly traded on crypto-native exchanges. The move also puts HYPE in front of a different class of buyers — those who prefer regulated vehicles.
What the addition means
The ETF tracks a crypto index, and HYPE is now part of that index. The exact weight isn't disclosed, but the inclusion signals that HYPE has met the criteria for a regulated product. For Hashdex, it's a way to broaden the fund's exposure. For HYPE, it's a stamp of legitimacy.
The price tick
HYPE is up 1.29% to about $83. That's a modest move, but it reflects the positive sentiment around the ETF inclusion. The price increase comes as the ETF change goes live. It's not a huge rally, but it's a sign that the market is paying attention.
The ETF change is effective immediately, so HYPE is now part of the fund's holdings. The next question is whether the addition will draw new money into the token.
