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ETFDigi.com Crypto ETF Quintile Model — April 2026 Monthly Attribution Report

May 5, 2026
Michael Cronan

April marked a Bitcoin-led crypto ETF rebound, but ETFDigi.com’s Crypto ETF Quintile Model lagged GBTC as altcoin and Solana exposure weighed on active return. Going forward, the model will raise IBIT to 30% and reduce DIME to 10%.

Crypto ETF Quintile Model — Q1 2026 Recap

April 26, 2026
Michael Cronan

ETFDigi.com Crypto ETF Quintile Model — Q1 2026 Recap Q1 Review Q1 2026 was a difficult quarter for crypto beta and a meaningful stress test for ETFDigi.com’s Quintile Model. Bitcoin fell sharply during the quarter, while Ethereum and Solana declined even more, confirming that the drawdown was not simply a

iShares Ethereum Trust ETF (ETHA)

February 9, 2026
Michael Cronan

ETHA is structured as a grantor trust rather than a traditional ETF registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, meaning it operates under a different regulatory framework and is not subject to the same requirements as typical mutual funds or conventional ETFs.

iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT)

February 9, 2026
Michael Cronan

Overall, IBIT’s structure — holding physical Bitcoin via institutional custody — delivers pure Bitcoin exposure minus fees, and its large scale and liquidity make it a flagship Bitcoin ETF choice.

Portfolio Allocation - Crypto ETF Quintile Model

ETF Implimentation

iBIT (e.g., Bitcoin ETF)

Rationale: A strong foundational asset due to its market dominance, historical performance and the creator of DeFi – decentralized finance.

BSOL (e.g., Solana ETF)

Rationale: Solana’s has a growing importance in the blockchain space, supported by technological advantages and a vibrant ecosystem.

ETHA (e.g., Ethereum ETF)

Rationale: Ethereum is a leading platform for decentralized applications (dApps) and smart contracts on the blockchain, making it a vital part of any crypto portfolio.

Dime (eg., Cardano, Solana, Atom, Polkadot, Avalanche, Near, Aptos)

Rationale: Top 10 Coins without BTC and ETH, broadens access in the portfolio, while helping to mitigate the volatility associated with the top 2 cryptocurrencies.

XRPC (eg., Ripple XRP)

Rationale: XRP serves as a “bridge currency” for fast, low-cost international transactions. If XRP is widely adopted by financial institutions for cross- border payments it could have a big impact.