Bitwise’s Spot Chainlink ETF Listed on DTCC Under Ticker CLNK: Institutional Adoption of LINK Accelerates
Bitwise Asset Management’s proposed spot chainlink (LINK) ETF has been listed by the Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) under the ticker CLNK. The DTCC listing, categorized under 'active and pre-launch' filings, indicates operational readiness for clearance and settlement pending regulatory approval. While this doesn't constitute SEC endorsement, it confirms the necessary custodial, exchange, and clearance infrastructure is established.
Notably, Bitwise’s August 2025 S-1 filing explicitly excludes staking LINK tokens, creating a key differentiation from Grayscale Investments’ competing proposal that may incorporate staking. As Chainlink continues to solidify its position as critical blockchain infrastructure, this development marks another milestone in LINK's growing institutional traction amid advancing ETF preparations.
