Trump Media Expands Crypto Ventures with Filings for New Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs
By Mathew Di Salvo | February 14, 2026
In a continued push into the cryptocurrency space, Trump Media and Technology Group, majority-owned by former U.S. President Donald Trump, has filed for two new cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The filing marks the latest development in Trump’s extensive and ongoing involvement in the crypto market.
Two New ETFs Targeting Major Cryptocurrencies and Crypto Yield
Announced on Friday, the filings came from Truth Social Funds, an ETF issuer affiliated with Trump Media. The proposed ETFs include:
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Truth Social Bitcoin and Ether ETF: Designed to track the performance of Bitcoin and Ethereum, the two largest and most widely recognized cryptocurrencies.
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Truth Social Cronos Yield Maximizer ETF: Aimed at providing exposure to the native token of Cronos, CRO, with a focus on yield generation for investors.
These ETFs are being developed in partnership with Crypto.com, a major cryptocurrency exchange platform. Last year, Trump Media entered into a collaboration with Crypto.com to debut crypto ETF products. The new filings align with that alliance.
Strategic Moves Amid a Crowded ETF Market
The crypto ETF landscape has become increasingly competitive, with established asset managers like BlackRock, Fidelity, and Grayscale already offering a variety of Bitcoin investment products. Despite this, Trump Media has remained undeterred, having also filed last year for a Bitcoin ETF and a diversified cryptocurrency fund.
Crypto.com’s co-founder and CEO, Kris Marszalek, expressed optimism about the new offerings: “These two digital asset ETFs have a strong value proposition that Crypto.com is supportive of and look forward to providing traders access to.”
Controversies and Criticism Surrounding Trump’s Crypto Activities
Trump’s foray into crypto investments extends beyond ETFs. In 2025, Trump Media announced plans to establish a CRO digital asset treasury, a move that attracted scrutiny following revelations that 70 billion CRO tokens, previously burned, would be reissued. This raised concerns among some investors about token inflation and project transparency.
Moreover, the Trump family’s broad crypto ventures have stirred political backlash. Critics from the Democratic Party have accused the family of using these business initiatives for personal profit. A report by the Wall Street Journal in January detailed an agreement during Trump’s administration to grant UAE access to American AI chip technology in exchange for investments in World Liberty Financial—a decentralized finance product linked to the Trump family.
What’s Next for Trump Media in Crypto?
While Trump Media has not issued an immediate response to media inquiries about the new ETF filings, it is clear that the Trump enterprise remains heavily invested in expanding its crypto footprint. This includes ongoing partnerships, new product launches, and continued exploration of decentralized finance (DeFi).
As the crypto market develops and matures, the success of these ETFs and Trump Media’s broader strategy will depend on investor reception and regulatory developments surrounding digital assets.
Mathew Di Salvo is a news correspondent with DL News. For tips or inquiries, contact [email protected].