BTC.NZ is trading at NZD 2.50, up 5.98%, after a strong digital-asset rally on August 19, 2026.
- Bitcoin gained 7.28% over 24 hours, while Ethereum rose 18.61%, supporting demand for the Smart Bitcoin ETF.
- U.S. Treasury plans to double long-term bond buybacks lowered yields and improved risk appetite.
- Spot-crypto ETF inflows and short-position liquidations added momentum.