Multiple Asset Managers Amend Spot Solana ETF Filings as SEC Review Progresses

Key Points

1. Seven asset managers, including Bitwise, Fidelity, and VanEck, amended S-1 filings for spot Solana ETFs to clarify fund mechanics and regulatory compliance.

2. Amended S-1 filings reflect updates based on SEC feedback, improving the likelihood of approval, with fees expected to be similar to Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs.

3. The SEC is reviewing 19b-4 rule change proposals for listing Solana ETFs, with recent approvals for Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs suggesting a favorable regulatory environment.

4. Key considerations for investors include direct SOL exposure, liquidity, tax efficiency, and unresolved staking policies that may affect yield opportunities.

5. Betting markets indicate high confidence in Solana ETF approval by the end of 2025, with potential decisions expected in late August or September.