SEC Sets March 2026 Deadline for Final Decisions on Crypto ETFs
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is approaching a pivotal decision date on March 27, 2026, when it must rule on 91 pending cryptocurrency ETF applications. These proposals include major altcoins such as Solana (SOL), Cardano (ADA), and Dogecoin (DOGE), signaling a potential expansion of the ETF landscape beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum.
Out of the top 100 cryptocurrencies, only 12 currently meet the SEC’s fast-track criteria, positioning them for potential early approval or favorable review.
If approved broadly, these altcoin ETFs could mirror the success of Bitcoin ETFs, which collectively manage around $129 billion in assets under management (AUM). However, altcoins are expected to face stricter regulatory scrutiny, given the SEC’s heightened focus on classification and compliance concerns.
Among the contenders, Solana (SOL) and Ripple (XRP) ETFs are seen as frontrunners, with analysts estimating approval odds between 75% and 81%. A positive outcome could further legitimize altcoins within traditional finance, drawing new institutional capital and reshaping the crypto investment landscape.