Crypto asset management and investing insights by Hunter Horsley
Hunter Horsley is co-founder and CEO of Bitwise Asset Management, a company launched in 2017 that manages over US $10 billion in crypto assets. Bitwise created the world’s first crypto index fund and now offers a suite of spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs approved in 2024. Horsley previously worked at Facebook and Instagram as a product manager before pivoting to digital finance.
Under his leadership, Bitwise expanded its client base to more than 500 institutions, including family offices and RIAs. Public commentary, such as his February 2025 forecast that Bitcoin could reach US $1 million, generated widespread media coverage. Speaking engagements at Consensus, SALT, and Fidelity’s institutional summits attract audiences of 600+ financial professionals. Compensation is derived from management fees, fund performance, and equity, producing annual income in the seven-figure USD range. With a reputation for transparency and regulatory engagement, Horsley has become a central figure driving institutional adoption of crypto assets.
Major institutions back crypto at Token2049, Hunter Horsley notes
Hunter Horsley, CEO / Co-founder at Bitwise Asset Management, highlights that three of the largest global institutions—Morgan Stanley, Fidelity, and BlackRock—participated in a panel ...
Hunter Horsley: Leadership plays critical role in crypto asset evaluation
Hunter Horsley, CEO / Co-founder at Bitwise Asset Management, emphasizes that a strong leader fitted to a company’s purpose is highly valued by most investors. He observes that, while ...
Credit and capital markets are moving onchain, Hunter Horsley notes
Hunter Horsley, CEO / Co-founder at Bitwise Asset Management, encourages those interested in credit and capital markets onchain developments to follow Mike's commentary. Horsley highlights that ...
Hunter Horsley: Bitwise launches NEAR ETF with ticker NRR
Hunter Horsley, CEO / Co-founder at Bitwise Asset Management, announced the launch of the Bitwise NEAR ETF, trading under the ticker NRR. Horsley highlighted that NEAR operates at the ...
Bitwise manages 4th largest NEAR validator, Hunter Horsley notes
Hunter Horsley, CEO / Co-founder at Bitwise Asset Management, reports that the Bitwise onchain solutions team operates what is now the fourth largest NEAR validator. Horsley invites users ...
Hunter Horsley: Bitwise Chainlink ETF surpasses $50 million in AUM
Hunter Horsley, CEO / Co-founder at Bitwise Asset Management, highlights the growth of the Bitwise Chainlink ETF. The fund's assets under management have now exceeded $50 ...
Premium Plus RWA vault surpasses $10 million TVL, Hunter Horsley reveals
Hunter Horsley, CEO / Co-founder at Bitwise Asset Management, announced the launch of Premium Plus RWA, referred to as PPLUS, a new offering following the earlier PAPY premium RWA vaults. The ...
Hunter Horsley: Lighter Ethereum ETP now available in Europe
Hunter Horsley, CEO / Co-founder at Bitwise Asset Management, announced that a lighter ethereum product is now available via ETP in Europe. The update highlights expanded access to Ethereum ...
Bitwise Solana Staking ETF reaches new AUM high, Hunter Horsley notes
Hunter Horsley, CEO / Co-founder at Bitwise Asset Management, highlights that the Bitwise Solana Staking ETF has attracted more than $60 million in inflows over the past two days. Assets under ...
Hunter Horsley: RWAs help bring real-world yield onchain
Hunter Horsley, CEO / Co-founder at Bitwise Asset Management, highlights the impact of real-world assets (RWAs) enabling real-world yield on blockchain platforms. He noted a significant milestone ...
Chainlink ETF sees consecutive days of inflows, Hunter Horsley notes
Hunter Horsley, CEO / Co-founder at Bitwise Asset Management, reports that investors are increasing their exposure to Chainlink. Horsley highlights that the Bitwise Chainlink ETF (CLNK) has ...
Hunter Horsley: Bitwise offers options strategies for large crypto holders seeking income
Hunter Horsley, CEO / Co-founder at Bitwise Asset Management, highlights that Bitwise manages options strategies via separately managed accounts (SMA) for large holders with more than $25 million ...
Blockchains could reshape credit markets, Hunter Horsley notes
Hunter Horsley, CEO / Co-founder at Bitwise Asset Management, discussed the potential impact of blockchains on traditional finance. Horsley highlighted that while there is considerable discussion ...
Hunter Horsley: Gold and bitcoin can make sense together for investors
Hunter Horsley, CEO / Co-founder at Bitwise Asset Management, draws attention to a discussion with Bob and Matt Hougan on the topic of global currency debasement and its implications for ...
Bitwise introduces PAPY vault for real-world asset yield, Hunter Horsley states
Hunter Horsley, CEO / Co-founder at Bitwise Asset Management, announces the launch of PAPY, the Bitwise Premium RWA Vault. This new product allows stablecoin holders to access real-world yield ...
Hunter Horsley: People are finding creative ways to raise cash for more bitcoin
Hunter Horsley, CEO / Co-founder at Bitwise Asset Management, comments on the range of actions people take to secure additional cash for buying more bitcoin. His remarks suggest a notable ...
Bitwise added ETPs and staking services in 2025 and 2026, Hunter Horsley notes
Hunter Horsley, CEO / Co-founder at Bitwise Asset Management, highlighted Bitwise's recent expansion into onchain finance. In 2025, Bitwise introduced staking services. The company followed up ...
Hunter Horsley: Solana network governance remains dynamic and alive
Hunter Horsley, CEO / Co-founder at Bitwise Asset Management, discusses various blockchain metrics such as market cap, transaction speed, fees, total value locked, and revenues. He emphasizes the ...
BSOL requires prospectus review before investing, Hunter Horsley warns
Hunter Horsley, CEO / Co-founder at Bitwise Asset Management, warns that BSOL is subject to a high degree of risk and is not suitable for all investors. The material must be accompanied by a ...
Hunter Horsley: Zcash community celebrates ETF launch and growing momentum
Hunter Horsley, CEO / Co-founder at Bitwise Asset Management, acknowledged the Zcash community's achievement of launching an ETF and its current momentum. The message highlighted support for the ...
Bitwise set to launch onchain native product, Hunter Horsley reveals
Hunter Horsley, CEO / Co-founder at Bitwise Asset Management, announced that Bitwise will launch a first-of-its-kind new product aimed at serving onchain natives tomorrow. Horsley expressed ...
