In a significant development for Cardano (ADA), the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has officially acknowledged the application for a Cardano exchange-traded fund (ETF) filed by NYSE Arca. The proposed ETF, managed by Grayscale, aims to track ADA’s performance, marking another milestone in the push for altcoin investment products.
Cardano’s Entry into the Altcoin ETF Race
On February 10, NYSE Arca submitted a 19b-4 application for the Grayscale Cardano Trust, seeking regulatory approval to list and trade shares of the investment vehicle. This ETF would provide institutional and retail investors with an alternative means to gain exposure to ADA without directly purchasing the cryptocurrency. Coinbase is set to act as the custodian, while BNY Mellon will serve as the administrator and transfer agent.
The SEC’s acknowledgment of the application on Monday signals the first step in a potentially lengthy approval process. As part of the regulatory procedure, the commission has opened a 21-day public comment period, set to conclude in mid-March. Following this phase, NYSE Arca may need to submit an S-1 filing with further amendments before a final decision is reached.
Altcoin ETFs Gaining Traction
A year ago, the likelihood of spot altcoin ETFs in the U.S. seemed slim due to the SEC’s classification of Cardano and other altcoins, like Solana and XRP, as unregistered securities. However, the regulatory landscape is evolving, with increased momentum for alternative crypto ETFs.
Apart from Cardano, the SEC has also acknowledged applications for XRP, Dogecoin, and Solana ETFs. Meanwhile, Litecoin and Hedera spot ETFs are reportedly the closest to securing approval. Analysts suggest that these investment products could significantly boost capital inflow into the altcoin market, potentially mirroring Bitcoin’s price surge following the approval of its spot ETF.
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With growing institutional interest and a shifting regulatory stance, the approval of a Cardano ETF could be a game-changer, providing ADA with enhanced legitimacy and accessibility in traditional financial markets.
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