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you are currently viewing:Defiance ETFs & Futurum Equities Launch RKNG, the Defiance Retail Kings ETF Tracking Retail-Sentiment-Driven Market LeadersJanuary 22, 2026-Defiance ETFs today announced the launch of the Defiance Retail Kings ETF (NASDAQ: RKNG), an actively managed ETF developed in collaboration with Futurum Equities that is designed to capture stocks where surging bullish retail investor participation is driving momentum, leadership, and price discovery. Retail investors are no longer reacting to markets. They are shaping them. RKNG is built to systematically identify and invest in companies where retail conviction, digital engagement, and price momentum converge, often ahead of broader institutional participation. Source: Defiance ETFs |
Purpose Investments Announces Implementation of Staking in Purpose Ether ETF
January 23, 2026-Purpose Investments announced today that it will begin staking the Ether in the portfolio of Purpose Ether ETF (TSX: ETHH) on or about January 30, 2026 enabling the fund to earn additional yield through Ethereum's proof-of-stake mechanism.
Bitwise Launches BPRO, the Bitwise Proficio Currency Debasement ETF, Combining Exposure to Bitcoin, Gold, Miners, & Precious Metals; Actively Managed With Expertise of Proficio Capital Partners
January 22, 2026-Bitwise Asset Management, the global crypto asset manager with over $15 billion in client assets, in partnership with Proficio Capital Partners, an investment advisory firm with $5 billion in client assets serving high-net-worth families and foundations, today announced the launch of the Bitwise Proficio Currency Debasement ETF (NYSE: BPRO).
21shares Announces Launch of the 21shares Dogecoin ETF (TDOG)
January 22, 2026-New physically backed ETF brings regulated Dogecoin exposure to U.S. investors
21shares, one of the world's leading issuers of crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs), today announced the launch of the 21shares Dogecoin ETF (Ticker: TDOG). 21shares is the only ETF provider endorsed by the House of Doge1. TDOG offers investors direct exposure to Dogecoin (DOGE) through a fully backed, transparent, and exchange-traded vehicle.
Defiance Launches LNOK: The First Daily 2X Long ETF for Nokia Oyj
January 21, 2026-Defiance ETFs today announced the launch of the Defiance Daily Target 2X Long NOK ETF (LNOK), expanding its suite of single-stock leveraged ETFs designed for active traders seeking amplified exposure to global telecommunications and networking leaders. The newest addition, LNOK, is designed for traders who seek magnified, short-term bullish exposure to Nokia Oyj (NYSE: NOK).
Amplify ETFs Launches Amplify HACK Cybersecurity Covered Call ETF (HAKY)
January 21, 2026-HAKY targets 15% or greater annualized option income and capital appreciation via cybersecurity companies
Amplify ETFs, leading provider of breakthrough ETF solutions, announces the launch of the Amplify HACK Cybersecurity Covered Call ETF (HAKY).
First Trust Launches the First Trust Bloomberg Nuclear Power ETF
January 19, 2026-FT Portfolios Canada Co. ("First Trust Canada"), announced today that it has launched units of First Trust Bloomberg Nuclear Power ETF (the "Fund" and "RCTR"). Units of the Fund will commence trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange today. The ticker symbol for the units is RCTR.
Defiance ETFs Announces Closure of Select Funds
January 16, 2026-Tidal Financial Group and Defiance ETFs today announced their decision to close and liquidate eight exchange-traded funds listed on the Nasdaq:
Defiance Leveraged Long + Income PLTR ETF (Nasdaq: PLT)
Defiance Leveraged Long + Income SMCI ETF (Nasdaq: SMCC)
Defiance Leveraged Long + Income HOOD ETF (Nasdaq: HOOI)
Strive Announces the Completion of Semler Scientific Acquisition
January 16, 2026-Strive, Inc. (Nasdaq: ASST) ("Strive") today announced the successful completion of the previously announced acquisition of Semler Scientific.
Strive now holds approximately 12,797.9 bitcoin, becoming the #11 largest public corporate holder of bitcoin globally.
PIMCO Launches New Active ETF
January 16, 2026-The PIMCO U.S. Stocks PLUS Active Bond Exchange-Traded Fund (SPLS) aims to outperform the S&P 500 by combining passive equity1 tracking with PIMCO's active fixed income expertise2
PIMCO, a global leader in active fixed income with deep expertise across public and private markets, is expanding its exchange-traded fund offerings with the launch of PIMCO U.S. Stocks PLUS Active Bond ETF (SPLS).
Tradr Launches Leveraged ETFs on Critical Metals, Ondas Holdings, UiPath and USA Rare Earth
January 13, 2026--Suite includes two first-to-market funds, CRMX and PATX, that seek to provide 200% long exposure
Tradr ETFs, a provider of ETFs designed for sophisticated investors and professional traders, today launched four new single stock leveraged ETFs. The funds seek to deliver twice (200%) the daily performance of a specific underlying stock.
