Bitcoin-linked Digital Credit ETF taps Strive (NASDAQ: ASST) as sub-adviser

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Strive, Inc. reported that ETF Opportunities Trust filed a prospectus for the proposed T-Strive Digital Credit ETF (ticker DGCR), where Strive’s wholly owned subsidiary, Strive Asset Management, will act as sub-adviser. The exchange-traded fund aims to seek current income by investing in preferred equity securities issued by Bitcoin treasury companies, called Digital Credit Preferred Securities, and related derivatives.

The fund expects to focus mainly on Strategy Inc. Variable Rate Series A Perpetual Preferred Stock (STRC Stock) and Strive, Inc. Variable Rate Series A Perpetual Preferred Stock (SATA Stock), and to use leverage to increase exposure to income from these securities, subject to risk-management limits. The registration statement for this ETF has been filed with the SEC but is not yet effective, so the ETF’s securities cannot currently be sold or offered.

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Strive positions its asset-management arm in a Bitcoin-linked income ETF, but key terms and scale remain undisclosed.

The disclosure shows Strive Asset Management as sub-adviser to a proposed T-Strive Digital Credit ETF. The fund would concentrate on Digital Credit Preferred Securities tied to Bitcoin treasury companies, especially STRC Stock and SATA Stock, and may employ leverage for income-focused strategies.

This structure could indirectly support demand for Strive’s own Variable Rate Series A Perpetual Preferred Stock, but no asset size, fees, or revenue projections are provided. The registration statement is not yet effective, so commercial impact depends on eventual SEC effectiveness, market reception, and future disclosures in Strive’s periodic reports.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

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FORM 8-K

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CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 30, 2026

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STRIVE, INC.

(Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)

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Nevada			001-41612			88-1293236
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)			(Commission File Number)			(IRS Employer Identification No.)
200 Crescent Ct., Suite 1400, Dallas, Texas 75201
(Address of principal executive offices and zip code)

Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code: (855) 427-7360

(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class

Trading Symbol(s)

Name of each exchange on which registered

Class A common stock, $0.001 par value per share

ASST

The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Variable Rate Series A Perpetual Preferred Stock, $0.001 par value per share

SATA

The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§ 230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§ 240.12b-2 of this chapter).

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If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. o

Item 8.01. Other Events.

On March 30, 2026, ETF Opportunities Trust filed a prospectus with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") for the proposed offer and sale of T-Strive Digital Credit ETF (ticker: DGCR) (the “Fund”), in which Strive Asset Management, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Strive, Inc. ("Strive") (ticker: ASST), will serve as the sub-adviser. The Fund’s principal investment strategy, under normal market conditions, is to seek current income through investments in preferred equity securities issued by Bitcoin treasury companies (the "Digital Credit Preferred Securities") and derivative transactions. The Fund expects to focus its investments principally on the Digital Credit Preferred Securities known as Strategy Inc. Variable Rate Series A Perpetual Preferred Stock (the "STRC Stock") and Strive, Inc. Variable Rate Series A Perpetual Preferred Stock (the "SATA Stock"). The Fund expects to use leverage primarily to increase its exposure to income generated by Digital Credit Preferred Securities and to implement active portfolio allocations, subject to applicable law, the Fund's derivatives risk management program, portfolio guidelines, liquidity, diversification, and other risk-management considerations.

The registration statement relating to the security of this exchange-traded fund has been filed with the SEC but has not yet become effective. This security may not be sold, nor may offers to buy be accepted prior to the time the respective registration statement becomes effective.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements herein may constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), and Rule 175 promulgated thereunder, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), and Rule 3b-6 promulgated thereunder, which statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Examples of forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, express or implied statements regarding the outlook and expectations of Strive and its subsidiaries, the strategic benefits and financial benefits of the merger transaction with Semler Scientific, Inc. (the "merger transaction"), including the expected impact of the merger transaction on Strive's future financial performance and the ability to successfully integrate the combined businesses, and Strive's intentions with respect to adjusting the SATA Stock monthly regular dividend rate per annum. Such statements are often characterized by the use of qualified words (and their derivatives) such as “may,” “will,” “anticipate,” “could,” “should,” “would,” “believe,” “contemplate,” “expect,” “estimate,” “continue,” “plan,” “project,” “predict,” “potential,” “assume,” “forecast,” “target,” “budget,” “outlook,” “trend,” “guidance,” “objective,” “goal,” “strategy,” “opportunity,” and “intend,” as well as words of similar meaning or other statements concerning opinions or judgments of Strive and its management team about future events. Forward-looking statements are based on assumptions as of the time they are made and are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors that are difficult to predict with regard to timing, extent, likelihood and degree of occurrence, which could cause actual results to differ materially from anticipated results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements as a result of various important factors. Other risks, uncertainties and assumptions, including, among others, the following:

•the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against Strive or its subsidiaries;

•the possibility that the anticipated benefits of the merger transaction are not realized when expected or at all, including as a result of changes in, or problems arising from, implementation of Bitcoin treasury strategies and risks associated with Bitcoin and other digital assets, general economic and market conditions, interest and exchange rates, monetary policy, and laws and regulations and their enforcement;

•the diversion of management’s attention from ongoing business operations and opportunities;

•dilution caused by Strive’s issuance of additional shares of its Class A common stock or SATA Stock;

•potential adverse reactions of Strive’s clients and customers or changes to business or employee relationships, including those resulting from the completion of the merger transaction;

•other factors that may affect future results of Strive.

These factors are not necessarily all of the factors that could cause Strive's actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those expressed in or implied by any of the forward-looking statements. Other factors, including unknown or unpredictable factors, also could harm Strive's results.

Although Strive believes that its expectations with respect to forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions within the bounds of its existing knowledge of its business and operations, there can be no assurance that the actual results of Strive will not differ materially from any projected future results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Additional factors that could cause results to differ materially from those described above can be found in Strive’s Annual Report on Form 10-K and other documents subsequently filed by Strive with the SEC.

The actual results anticipated may not be realized or, even if substantially realized, they may not have the expected consequences to or effects on Strive or its businesses or operations. Investors are cautioned not to rely too heavily on any such forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements contained herein speak only as of the date hereof, and Strive undertakes no obligation to update or clarify these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except to the extent required by applicable law.

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

									Strive, Inc.
Date:			March 30, 2026			By:			/s/ Matthew Cole
									Matthew Cole
									Chief Executive Officer

FAQ

What did Strive Inc. (ASST) disclose about the T-Strive Digital Credit ETF?

Strive disclosed that ETF Opportunities Trust filed a prospectus for the proposed T-Strive Digital Credit ETF, where Strive Asset Management will serve as sub-adviser. The ETF will seek current income from Digital Credit Preferred Securities and related derivatives tied to Bitcoin treasury companies.

What is the investment strategy of the T-Strive Digital Credit ETF (DGCR)?

The ETF’s strategy is to seek current income by investing in Digital Credit Preferred Securities issued by Bitcoin treasury companies and in derivative transactions. It expects to focus primarily on Strategy Inc.’s and Strive Inc.’s Variable Rate Series A Perpetual Preferred Stock, plus active, leveraged portfolio allocations.

How is Strive Inc. (ASST) involved with the new digital credit ETF?

Strive is involved through its wholly owned subsidiary, Strive Asset Management, which will act as sub-adviser to the T-Strive Digital Credit ETF. This role includes implementing the income-focused strategy in Digital Credit Preferred Securities and managing leverage within the fund’s risk guidelines.

Does the T-Strive Digital Credit ETF invest in Strive’s own SATA Stock?

Yes. The ETF expects to focus its investments principally on Strive, Inc. Variable Rate Series A Perpetual Preferred Stock, referred to as SATA Stock, along with Strategy Inc.’s similar preferred stock. These are both categorized as Digital Credit Preferred Securities tied to Bitcoin treasury companies.

Is the T-Strive Digital Credit ETF registration effective and are its securities available?

The registration statement for the ETF has been filed with the SEC but is not yet effective. Until it becomes effective, the ETF’s securities may not be sold and offers to buy cannot be accepted, limiting any immediate commercial impact from this disclosure.

How will leverage be used in the T-Strive Digital Credit ETF’s strategy?

The ETF expects to use leverage primarily to increase exposure to income generated by Digital Credit Preferred Securities and to implement active portfolio allocations. Its use of leverage will remain subject to applicable law, the fund’s derivatives risk program, liquidity, diversification, and other risk-management limits.

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