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T. Rowe Price defends memecoin exposure in new crypto ETF

News | 2026/08/09 18:01

T. Rowe Price defends memecoin exposure in new crypto ETF

The asset manager explains why memecoins are important for investment strategy

The $1.9 trillion asset manager T. Rowe Price has stated that including memecoins in its actively managed crypto ETF (TKNZ) is part of a disciplined investment strategy:

Digital assets chief Blue Macellari argues that memecoin trading serves as a real-world 'stress test' for blockchain networks, providing insights into scalability and reliability:

Macellari noted that established memecoins, which have been around for years, play a crucial role in blockchain ecosystems:

“We wanted true active management,” she said. “If a memecoin performs well, my investors should not miss out on that opportunity.”

T. Rowe Price expects crypto ETFs to evolve, and the market to become increasingly specialized:

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