130 crypto ETFs pending approval, spot BTC/ETH expected to accelerate mainstream adoption by 2026

TokenSherpa · 2026-01-05T03:40:11+00:00

The US cryptocurrency ETF market is expanding rapidly, with over 130 applications pending review. By 2026, spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs are expected to become mainstream investment options, while demand for ETFs of public chain tokens like SOL and XRP is also increasing. Cryptocurrency index ETFs are worth watching, as market regulation becomes clearer and institutional investors' willingness to participate increases.

TokenSherpa

2026-01-05 03:40:11

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【Crypto World】The US cryptocurrency ETF market is accelerating its expansion. According to industry insiders, there are currently over 130 crypto-related ETF application documents on the desk of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, a figure that itself reflects the enthusiasm of traditional financial institutions for this field.

2026 will be a turning point. The acceptance of spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs will further increase, transforming from niche investment tools into more mainstream asset allocation options. At the same time, there is strong interest in ETF products for leading public chain tokens like SOL and XRP, indicating that investor demand is expanding and no longer focusing solely on BTC and ETH.

What’s more noteworthy is the performance of cryptocurrency index ETFs. These products, which track the entire market or specific sectors, are expected to see significant growth this year. As the regulatory environment gradually clarifies, the barriers for institutional investors to enter are lowering. Participating in the crypto market through traditional financial products like ETFs is becoming an increasingly popular choice.

BTC-0,24%

ETH2,09%

SOL2,39%

XRP-1,19%

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AirdropHuntress

· 01-05 04:09

130 copies? Data shows that this wave of institutional entry is no joke; just the application documents are stacked this thick... The key is that SOL and XRP are also starting to be filed, indicating that capital is testing the boundaries.

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MissedAirdropBro

· 01-05 03:56

130 copies? Damn, that's a pretty aggressive number. Traditional finance is about to bring all of crypto into the fold...

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GameFiCritic

· 01-05 03:55

Are 130 applications pending approval? Is this real data or a smokescreen? This is worth scrutinizing. The popularity of ETFs for SOL and XRP has increased, but the quality of the underlying ecosystems varies... The key point is in the index-based ETFs—whether an effective market clearing mechanism can be established is what to watch. 2026 could indeed be a turning point, but can the incremental demand truly cover the risk premium?

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