SEC Ponders Solana ETF Trading: Crypto Meets Stodgy Stock Rules
Published Date: 5/23/2025
Notice
Summary
The Cboe BZX Exchange wants to start trading shares of the 21Shares Core Solana ETF, a fund tied to the Solana cryptocurrency. The SEC is now deciding whether to approve or reject this plan, with a decision expected by May 19, 2025. If approved, investors will get a new way to invest in Solana through the stock market, potentially impacting trading and investment options.
Analyzed Economic Effects
4 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 1 costs, 1 mixed.
Trust Will Hold SOL, Cash Only
The 21Shares Core Solana ETF (the Trust) will hold SOL and value its shares daily based on the CME CF Solana-Dollar Reference Rate; the Trust's assets will consist only of SOL, cash, and cash equivalents. When the Trust sells or redeems Shares, it will do so in cash transactions with authorized participants in blocks of 10,000 Shares.
New Exchange-Traded Solana Option
If the SEC approves the proposal, investors would be able to buy and sell shares of the 21Shares Core Solana ETF on the Cboe BZX Exchange as a way to gain exposure to SOL through the stock market. The Commission is deciding whether to approve or disapprove the listing, with a decision point noted as May 19, 2025.
SEC Proceedings and Comment Deadlines
The SEC instituted proceedings under Section 19(b)(2)(B) on May 19, 2025 to determine whether to approve or disapprove the proposed listing. Interested persons may submit written comments by June 13, 2025 and rebuttals by June 27, 2025.
SEC Requests Comments on Fraud and Manipulation
The Commission is asking commenters to address whether listing an ETF that would hold SOL is designed to prevent fraudulent and manipulative acts and practices and whether it raises any new or novel concerns. Comments are requested by June 13, 2025, with rebuttals due June 27, 2025.
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