SEC aims to cut ETF approval time to 75 days by replacing the outdated 19b-4 process.
Over 54 crypto ETF filings suggest rising interest as firms anticipate new regulations.
REX-Osprey ETF offers Solana exposure using offshore funds and staking for yield.
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is moving to streamline the approval process for cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds. New disclosure guidance released last week outlines steps toward replacing the lengthy exemption-based system.
The current 19b-4 process can take up to 240 days, but the proposed revision could shorten that timeline to just 75 days. The SEC aims to provide a consistent structure for ETF applications, reflecting its shift from case-by-case decisions.
Major exchanges, including Nasdaq and Cboe, are reportedly working closely with the SEC to shape the upcoming framework. These talks are focused on the creation of a new listing process that will reduce uncertainty for issuers. Industry leaders have welcomed the move, interpreting it as a signal that digital assets are gaining wider acceptance in traditional financial markets.
Offshore and staking strategies gain momentum
Some firms are using interim strategies while regulatory details are finalized. REX Financial and Osprey Funds recently launched a Solana-linked ETF, the REX-Osprey Sol + Staking ETF, through an offshore investment structure. This model allows the fund to sidestep SEC restrictions on direct crypto holdings by investing indirectly and offering staking-based yield. The fund attracted $12 million on its trading debut on July 1.
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More than 54 crypto ETF applications are now under SEC review, covering a wide range of digital assets, including Solana, XRP, and Dogecoin. There is also a notable presence of meme coin-themed proposals. While spot ETF approvals are not expected before the SEC’s next round of guidance in the fall, the volume of filings indicates growing interest in diversified crypto products.
New process expected to shape ETF landscape
Market participants are positioning themselves ahead of the formal regulatory rollout. The SEC's updated approach is creating a more defined pathway for crypto fund issuers. With institutional interest rising and a structured system emerging, industry observers expect a more active market once the reforms are fully implemented.
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