🔍 Crypto Move from #NASDAQ : 4 New Assets Added to the Index
The giant technology-focused US stock exchange Nasdaq has applied to the SEC to change 4 new crypto assets for the Nasdaq Crypto US Settlement Price Index (NCIUSS/NCIUS), which shows its reference index.
📌 Cryptocurrencies Currently Included in the Index:
Bitcoin (BTC)
Ethereum (ETH)
Chainlink (LINK)
Litecoin (LTC)
Uniswap (UNI)
➕ Cryptocurrencies Planned to Be Added:
(#XLM )
If the application is accepted, the number of crypto assets in the index will increase from 5 to 9.
📈 Hashdex ETF Will Be Affected
The NCIUSS index is used by Hashdex as the underlying indicator for its US-based crypto ETF NCIQ.
Currently, only Bitcoin and Ethereum can be invested.
However, if the SEC approves the application, the NCIQ ETF will be able to invest in 9 cryptocurrencies.
This is an important step in expanding the authorization of institutional advertising.
📅 Decision Date: November 2, 2025
The SEC must make a statement by November 2, 2025 to change the final information on this application.
If the decision is positive, it could trigger more institutional adoption of cryptocurrencies.
💬Evaluation
This development;
The integration of crypto systems into more financial products and indices,
A sign that the SEC may take steps towards more comprehensive regulations,
And can be evaluated as an indicator that the pace of legitimization in the crypto ecosystem is increasing.
