- The SEC has recognized Grayscale’s application to launch a DOGE ETF, a potential boost for Dogecoin investors.
- Grayscale’s conversion of its XRP Trust into an ETF opens new investment opportunities for XRP holders.
- Canary Capital’s filing for a spot Litecoin ETF reflects an increasing interest in cryptocurrencies beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum.
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has made significant strides in acknowledging new spot exchange-traded fund (ETF) filings. This comes after the SEC’s recognition of filings for multiple cryptocurrencies, including Dogecoin (DOGE), XRP, and Litecoin, signaling a growing trend of crypto assets being considered for traditional investment vehicles.
🚨NEW: The @SECGov has acknowledged @Grayscale/@NYSE 19b-4 application for a $DOGE ETF. pic.twitter.com/rVN7ah6vcs
— Eleanor Terrett (@EleanorTerrett) February 13, 2025
SEC Approves Grayscale’s DOGE and XRP ETF Proposals
The SEC officially recognized Grayscale’s 19b-4 filing to launch a spot Dogecoin ETF which can enhance the meme coin’s status as an investment asset. The approval by the SEC of Grayscale’s XRP Trust conversion application means customers buying XRP through ETFs should become possible.
The SEC paid attention when Canary Capital submitted its file to create a Litecoin ETF. Lately, Litecoin has taken an important advancement in its market status through this move to reach wider crypto investment markets beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum. The SEC’s decision to treat Litecoin similarly to major cryptocurrencies creates new possibilities for investors to choose from Litecoin as one of their investment options.
A Growing Trend of Crypto ETFs
These filing activities accompany a growing market movement resembling the success of Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) spot ETFs during the past few years. Mainstream financial markets will integrate crypto investments more deeply because established digital currencies are gaining many followers.
The SEC now demonstrates openness towards digital currencies while providing regulated crypto investment tools that investors can readily access to participate in this market sector. These developments may lead to a more extensive financial environment that embraces digital assets simultaneously for consumers who prefer conventional markets and those focused on cryptocurrency.
