Bitwise Files for Solana ETF: Growing Institutional Interest in SOL
Bitwise Asset Management is accelerating its efforts to launch a spot Solana exchange-traded fund (ETF). The asset management company filed a legal fund registration for the proposed ETF in Delaware on November 20. According to the Delaware Division of Corporations, CSC Delaware Trust Company has been designated as the registered representative of this trust. This move indicates that Bitwise is preparing to submit the necessary S-1 registration statement to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
Solana is currently trading above $240, attracting significant market interest. SOL is also in a notable position as it approaches its all-time high of $260. Having recorded nearly a 50% increase in value over the past month, Solana ranks fourth among cryptocurrencies with a market cap of $113 billion.
Bitwise's move reflects the increasing interest from financial firms seeking SEC approval to list ETFs focused on altcoins. Although the company has yet to submit the necessary 19b-4 and S-1 filings, the fund registration shows its intent to compete in this evolving market. Previous ETF applications for various assets, such as Litecoin and XRP, indicate a growing demand for crypto-based investment products.
Meanwhile, the approval of Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs has paved the way for what Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has described as the “inevitable” approval of an XRP ETF. Bitwise filed an application for the XRP ETF at the end of September and subsequently submitted the necessary S-1 filing to U.S. regulators. Many view Donald Trump's upcoming presidential term as a source of hope, with speculation that the new SEC chair might implement favorable changes for the crypto sector.
Trump’s re-election is seen as a positive development for the crypto industry, as it is believed that his administration could create a more crypto-friendly regulatory environment, potentially increasing the chances of approval for ETFs like Solana. Experts suggest that Trump's promise to foster innovation and reduce bureaucratic barriers might enable the SEC to approve more crypto ETFs.
If the Solana ETF is approved, it would symbolize a significant shift in the U.S. regulatory landscape, allowing the country to compete with other leading nations in this field, such as Brazil. Greater institutional adoption could serve as a driving force for innovation and help the U.S. maintain a leading position in the global crypto market.
Furthermore, companies like Bitwise and Canary Capital are preparing for a potential XRP ETF. Solana's recent price performance supports this optimism, as recent data indicates that the Solana token continues to rise by nearly 1.5%, trading around the $241 mark in the last hour.