Crypto ETFs to Surge in 2026: Experts Predict New Era of Market Access

The reopening of the U.S. government following the lengthy shutdown is expected to unlock a wave of new crypto ETF approvals, potentially leading to unprecedented market access for investors in 2026, according to analysts. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), preparing for one of its busiest digital-asset cycles ever, is anticipating an influx of filings as regulatory activity returns to normal after the shutdown’s end. Experts predict that over 100 new crypto ETFs and ETPs could launch in this cycle alone, with a particular emphasis on index-based products.