21Shares has officially filed an S-1 with the U.S. SEC, aiming to launch a specialized exchange-traded fund (ETF) focused on the SEI token. This innovative proposal incorporates staking opportunities, marking a significant move towards regulated crypto ETFs in the market. 21Shares hopes this approach will enable investors to participate in potential staking rewards through an established framework. An SEC approval would significantly impact the ETF’s reach and potentially boost both SEI’s liquidity and engagement. The filing has not yet elicited official statements from key figures or regulatory bodies, but community and developer sentiment remains cautiously optimistic, drawing parallels with successful examples like Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs.