SEC Delays Grayscale's Dogecoin Trust for Meme Coin Fans
Published Date: 8/21/2025
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The SEC is taking more time to decide if NYSE Arca can list and trade shares of the Grayscale Dogecoin Trust, a new way to invest in Dogecoin through the stock market. This affects investors interested in cryptocurrency-based trust shares and could open up new trading options if approved. The decision timeline has been extended, so keep an eye out for updates that might impact your crypto investments.
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SEC Delays Dogecoin-Trust Decision
The SEC has extended its decision on whether NYSE Arca may list and trade shares of the Grayscale Dogecoin Trust. The proposal was filed January 31, 2025 (Amendment No. 1 filed February 10, 2025 and published February 20, 2025), the original 180-day deadline was August 19, 2025, and the Commission has pushed the decision deadline to October 18, 2025.
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