Sharplink SBET and BitMine BMNR, two U.S.-listed companies with ties to Ethereum, will be added to the U.S. Russell Index on June 29, 2026. Sharplink is confirmed for inclusion in the Russell 2000 and Russell 3000, while BitMine is on the preliminary list for the Russell 3000 and may join the Russell 1000. This inclusion opens significant passive investment channels, as index funds and ETFs tracking these indices will automatically purchase shares of SBET and BMNR. The addition of these companies to the Russell Index is expected to channel Ethereum-related opportunities into mainstream finance, as trillions of dollars track the Russell 2000 and 3000. This move will likely increase stock liquidity and institutional holdings, although passive funds will buy shares of SBET and BMNR, not Ethereum directly. The inclusion effect may provide short-term price support and long-term benefits for these stocks.