Canary Capital Nears SEC Approval for XRP and Solana ETFs Amid Shutdown

Canary Capital is moving closer to gaining the much-needed SEC approval for its XRP and Solana exchange-traded funds (ETFs), after filing updated registration statements last Friday. The firm reduced fees for both the Canary XRP ETF and the Canary Marinade SOL ETF, down from a previous 0.95% rate for its earlier HBAR and Litecoin products. Notably, Canary’s Solana ETF includes staking but won’t distribute rewards, highlighting preparations for final SEC approval. ‍ 💰 This comes as other issuers are waiting on regulatory clarity under SEC Chair Paul Atkins, whose crypto-friendly stance has accelerated listing reforms. New SEC rules could allow multiple crypto ETFs to list simultaneously without the lengthy 19b-4 process, but the US government shutdown is disrupting this progress. ⏳ The SEC missed its October 2nd deadline for Canary’s Litecoin ETF decision, and while new S-1 framework removes strict timelines, it adds uncertainty. 📈 ⚙️ 💸 Despite delays, Canary’s adjustments show their persistence in navigating a changing regulatory landscape. Lower fees, expanded products, and strategic focus on multi-asset approvals positions them to compete with issuers like Bitwise, who recently offered a 0.20% fee for its Solana product. 🏆 If the SEC approves a batch of pending crypto ETFs as expected, Canary could be among the first to launch under the reformed process, signaling a significant shift towards regulated digital asset products. 💪 This persistence reflects a broader trend: crypto ETFs are moving from speculation to inevitability, paving the way for greater institutional adoption.