1. ProShares XRP Futures ETFs – Launching April 30, 2025**
ProShares, a major player in the ETF space, is launching three XRP futures-based ETFs:
- **Ultra XRP ETF**: Aims to deliver 2x the daily performance of XRP. Ideal for investors looking to amplify potential gains.
- **UltraShort XRP ETF**: Targets -2x the daily performance of XRP. This is used by traders seeking to profit from short-term declines.
- **Short XRP ETF**: Designed to move inversely to XRP’s price. It’s less aggressive than the UltraShort version and used for hedging or short exposure.
These ETFs have received regulatory approval and are scheduled to begin trading on April 30, 2025.
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### **2. Bitwise Spot XRP ETF – Under SEC Review**
Bitwise Asset Management has filed for a **spot XRP ETF**, which would directly hold XRP tokens instead of using futures. In February 2025, the SEC officially acknowledged the filing, triggering a formal review process. This is seen as a positive step toward potential approval, although the ETF is not yet approved.
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### **3. Grayscale XRP Trust – ETF Ambitions**
Grayscale already operates a trust that offers exposure to XRP. The firm is pursuing regulatory approval to convert this trust into an ETF, aligning with its strategy used in the past for converting other crypto trusts like Bitcoin and Ethereum into ETFs.
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### **4. Other Institutional Filings**
Additional firms, including **21Shares**, **WisdomTree**, and **Canary**, have also submitted applications for XRP ETFs. These are currently being reviewed by the SEC. The growing number of applications reflects institutional confidence in XRP’s regulatory clarity and investment appeal.
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### **5. Market Outlook and Analyst Predictions**
Financial analysts predict that XRP ETFs—if approved—could see strong demand, with some estimates suggesting up to **$8 billion** in capital inflows in the first year. The SEC’s recent openness to reviewing multiple applications suggests that XRP is gaining traction in traditional financial circles.#XRPETFApproval $XRP
