On July 30, 2025, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission approved a major regulatory change that could bring #solana , $XRP , #Litecoin , and others straight into ETF territory - without barriers. Instead of dragging through a 240-day marathon of regulatory changes, crypto #ETF issuers now have a shortcut: file a basic S-1, wait 75 days, and launch - if they meet the new general listing standards.
This is not superficial. This is a framework built for speed and structure. If an altcoin has six months of futures trading on a regulated exchange (think CME or Coinbase Derivatives), then it’s in the race. Add to that liquidity protection measures, mandatory oversight processes, and strict disclosure requirements - and you have the most legitimate mainstream opportunity altcoin has ever had.
And the timing? Perfect. The public comment period ends in early August, which means approvals could be announced by mid-September. That sets the stage for many altcoin ETFs to launch in the market in Q4 - just in time to trigger a potential altcoin season driven by institutional capital inflows.
$SOL, #XRP, and even #Dogecoin - that’s right, $DOGE - are likely top contenders. ETF premiums, narrower spreads, and large capital rotations are on the table now. Furthermore, with the creation and redemption of physicals, liquidity gets a serious boost - cutting costs for all parties involved.
Pay attention to the Federal Register, but don’t miss this moment. This is not just another SEC regulation - it is the key to unlocking a new chapter in altcoin adoption.