Bitwise and Vise Launch Crypto Model Portfolios for Wealth Advisors…

Event summary

Bitwise and Vise introduced crypto model portfolios for wealth advisors on Vise's platform, which manages $140B in assets.
The offering provides curated access to the $2.5T digital asset class for 135,000+ accounts and hundreds of wealth firms.
Bitwise's models integrate crypto allocations within existing portfolios, rebalanced alongside equities, fixed income, and alternatives.
From 2023 to 2026, assets tracking third-party model portfolios grew 135%, reaching $930B.
Bitwise's models include 'Core' and 'Thematic' portfolios, tailored to different risk preferences and investment themes.

The big picture

The partnership reflects the growing demand for institutional-grade crypto exposure within traditional portfolios. As model portfolios gain traction—with AUM surging 135% since 2023—this collaboration positions Bitwise to capture advisor-driven demand for scalable, research-backed crypto solutions. The integration of crypto within broader portfolios signals a shift from standalone allocations to more holistic, risk-managed approaches.

What we're watching

Adoption Pace: How quickly wealth advisors integrate crypto model portfolios into mainstream investment strategies.
Regulatory Clarity: Whether evolving crypto regulations impact the scalability of these model portfolios.
Competitive Response: How other asset managers react to Bitwise and Vise's move into crypto model portfolios.