New Wave of Crypto ETF Applications Surge Ahead of SEC Leadership Change

Race heats up among asset managers as SEC chair's departure sparks fresh optimism for Bitcoin fund approvals

  • Multiple cryptocurrency ETF applications filed with SEC days before Gary Gensler’s departure.
  • Asset manager ProShares submitted application for Solana Futures ETF.
  • Industry anticipates regulatory changes under incoming administration.
  • New filings reflect growing institutional interest in cryptocurrency derivatives.
  • Timing suggests strategic move by applicants to position for potential policy shifts.

Last-Minute Rush of Crypto ETF Applications

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) received multiple cryptocurrency ETF applications this week, as industry participants acted ahead of Chairman Gary Gensler’s departure on January 20. Leading asset manager ProShares spearheaded the wave with its Solana Futures ETF proposal.

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ProShares Takes Lead with Solana Futures

ProShares, which made history by launching the first Bitcoin futures ETF in October 2021, aims to expand its cryptocurrency product lineup. The proposed Solana Futures ETF would track SOL’s price movements through futures contracts, offering investors regulated exposure to the cryptocurrency without direct ownership.

Strategic Timing and Market Impact

The surge in applications appears calculated, coming just before the leadership change at the SEC. The timing suggests applicants anticipate a potential shift in regulatory approach under the new administration. This development follows the SEC’s recent approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs, which marked a significant milestone for cryptocurrency investment products in traditional financial markets.

The futures-based structure proposed by ProShares mirrors the approach that won regulatory approval for Bitcoin ETFs in 2021, possibly increasing its chances of acceptance. Market analysts note that futures-based products often face fewer regulatory hurdles than those based on direct cryptocurrency holdings, as futures trading occurs on regulated exchanges like the CME Group.

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