21Shares’ Updated Filing Suggests Possible Progress Toward a Spot Solana ETF Approval

Key Points

1. A Spot Solana ETF directly holds SOL tokens, providing investors with real-time price exposure, unlike futures-based ETFs which may have tracking errors.

2. Institutional adoption via a Spot Solana ETF could enhance SOL’s liquidity, legitimacy, and ecosystem growth by attracting a broader investor base.

3. The SEC review process for the ETF may take months to over a year, with timelines dependent on regulatory feedback and compliance requirements.

4. 21Shares’ filing addresses regulatory concerns such as market surveillance and custody solutions, aiming to improve transparency and compliance.

5. Solana’s ETF path mirrors Bitcoin and Ethereum’s lengthy approval processes, with Bitcoin spot ETFs approved in early 2024 and Ethereum’s still under review.