- The Securities and Exchange Commission is reviewing multiple Solana ETF applications, marking a potential shift in its approach to crypto investment products.
- Observers see this as a historic moment for Solana, drawing parallels to the approval of Bitcoin ETFs in January 2024.
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s doors are wide open to Solana Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) proposals, and Wall Street’s biggest players including Grayscale, VanEck, 21Shares, Bitwise , and even Canary Capital, all lining up with their plans to bring Solana to traditional investors.
It’s interesting to watch the SEC’s stance evolve here. Their willingness to even look at these proposals has the crypto world buzzing and for good reason. If any of these get the green light, it would mean regular investors could get their hands on Solana through their normal brokerage accounts, with no crypto wallet required.
The crypto community sees this as more than just another investment vehicle, it’s a sign that digital assets are finally stepping out of the shadows and into the light of traditional finance.
A Turning Point for Solana
The SEC’s consideration of Solana ETFs represents a significant change from its previous decision. Just last year, the regulator had been hesitant to approve crypto-based investment products. However, the approval of Bitcoin ETFs in January 2024 set a precedent, and now Solana is seen to follow suit.
Chris Chung, founder of Solana swap platform Titan, described this as a “big about-turn” for the SEC, noting that it could position Solana as a blockchain for mass adoption. He stated , “The SEC has done a big about-turn on the Solana ETF from refusing to even entertain such an investment product to acknowledging Grayscale’s amended SOL ETF application.”
Notably, the SEC’s review process typically takes 21 days, during which it can approve, deny, or extend its decision deadline. Observers believe that the approval of Solana ETFs could happen within the year, though the exact timing remains uncertain.
If approved, it would mark a historic milestone for Solana, similar to the impact of Bitcoin ETF approvals. “There’s a good chance this will end up being a historic day for Solana in the same way January 10, 2024, was a historic day for Bitcoin,” Chung spoke excitedly to a leading news outlet.
A Strategic Move by Crypto Firms
Canary Capital CEO Steven McClurg revealed that his company’s Solana ETF filing is part of a broader strategy to target tokens with clear utility. The firm has also pursued ETFs for XRP, Litecoin, and HBAR while avoiding more risky assets like Dogecoin.
McClurg described the approach as opportunistic, stating, “If we’re doing these other ones, we might as well jump in and get in on the action if something happens.”
The push for crypto ETFs has skyrocketed under the new U.S. administration, with the SEC establishing a crypto task force led by Commissioner Hester Peirce. Peirce has emphasized the need for clarity, comparing the crypto industry’s journey to navigating a new road. While technology can make the process smoother, she cautioned that risks remain. Solana is trading at $193.22 down 4.5% in the last 24 hours.
