On March 17, 2026, CoinDesk Indices, Inc. (the "Index Provider") announced a significant update regarding the Digital Asset Trading Platforms utilized to determine the Index Price for certain components of the Grayscale CoinDesk Crypto 5 ETF (the "Fund"). This change is expected to enhance the accuracy and reliability of the Index Price, which is crucial for the valuation of the Fund's components. The Index Price is derived from the U.S. dollar value of each Fund Component, calculated based on the trading activity on the Constituent Trading Platforms at 4:00 p.m. New York time on each business day. The announcement details that the Index Provider has added Binance as a new trading platform for Ether, SOL, and BNB, while maintaining existing platforms for Bitcoin and XRP. This strategic move is part of the Index Provider's ongoing efforts to ensure that the Index Price reflects the most relevant and active trading venues in the market. The Fund's components include Bitcoin, Ether, XRP, SOL, and BNB, each with specific trading pairs across various platforms. The update is part of the Index Provider's scheduled monthly review process, which aims to adapt to the evolving digital asset landscape. Investors and stakeholders are encouraged to review the changes and consider their implications for the Fund's performance. The Grayscale CoinDesk Crypto 5 ETF continues to position itself as a key player in the digital asset investment space, leveraging data-driven methodologies to enhance investor confidence and market integrity.

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