The SEC approved on an "accelerated basis" an exchange-traded fund that looks to convert the Grayscale Digital Large Cap Fund LLC.
The following article is adapted from The Block’s newsletter, The Daily, which comes out on weekday afternoons.
Meanwhile, K33 launched a new share issuance plan to raise funds toward its 1,000 BTC treasury accumulation target.
Meanwhile, U.S. regulatory momentum is building, with stablecoin legislation advancing and a market structure bill in the works.
Bloomberg analyst James Seyffart previously said it is likely that the SEC will approve the the filed crypto ETF proposals in Q4.
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has delayed a proposal from Canary Funds to list and trade a spot Litecoin exchange-traded fund.
May 22 is the next important date to watch as the SEC must respond to Grayscale's spot XRP ETF filing by then.
The SEC delayed taking the next steps on several filings this week, but experts say this is 'no surprise' until the new chair is in place.
Bloomberg analysts recently estimated Litecoin ETFs have the highest chance of approval, followed by Dogecoin and Solana products.
Litecoin is on the verge of breaking multi-year highs at the $147 level, defying the overall negative sentiment in the crypto market. While selling pressure and uncertainty have slowed the broader market, LTC has held strong, just below key supply levels. This resilience has fueled optimism among investors, with many anticipating a potential breakout in the coming days. Related Reading: Cardano Remains In Consolidation – Expert Projects 25% Price Move A crucial factor contributing to Litecoin’s strength is growing speculation around a Litecoin ETF. According to key data from IntoTheBlock, the number of short-term LTC traders has increased by over 12% in the past month. Historically, surges in short-term trading activity have preceded major price movements, indicating that investors are positioning for a potential rally. With ETF discussions gaining momentum, traders are closely watching Litecoin’s price action. If LTC successfully reclaims $147, it could open the door for a significant breakout. However, failure to push past this resistance could lead to increased volatility. As the crypto market navigates uncertainty, Litecoin remains one of the few assets showing relative strength, keeping investors hopeful for a strong move in the near future. Litecoin Holds Key Levels As ETF Speculation Grows Litecoin is trading at crucial liquidity levels after a volatile week, struggling to reclaim momentum following Friday’s market breakdown caused by the Bybit hack, resulting in $1.4 Billion in ETH stolen from the exchange. Just as LTC was preparing to push above multi-year highs, negative sentiment hit the crypto space, leading to a wave of selling pressure across the board. Despite this, analysts remain optimistic, calling for a massive surge in Litecoin once the broader market regains strength. Many believe LTC is positioned to outperform other assets when the market enters its next bullish phase. Speculation surrounding a Litecoin ETF has added fuel to the growing interest in LTC. According to IntoTheBlock, the number of short-term LTC traders has increased by over 12% in the past month. This rise in trading activity suggests that traders are closely watching Litecoin, betting on the possibility of an ETF announcement that could drive prices higher. Historically, major ETF approvals have resulted in strong rallies, and investors are speculating that LTC could follow the same pattern. For now, Litecoin remains in a consolidation phase, with traders looking for confirmation of the next major move. If LTC reclaims key resistance levels and ETF speculation continues to grow, the next breakout could be one of the most significant in recent years. Related Reading: New Chainlink Addresses Hit Highest Levels Since January – LINK Network Growth Accelerates LTC Testing Key Demand As Market Awaits Breakout Litecoin is currently trading at $123 after experiencing a sharp 13% drop from local highs set on Friday. The price action reflects broader market uncertainty, but LTC continues to show strength, holding above key support levels. Investors remain optimistic, believing that Litecoin could be one of the top-performing assets once the market trends upward again. For now, LTC must maintain support above the critical $120 level to sustain its bullish structure. A successful reclaim of the $135 level in the coming days would signal renewed momentum, potentially setting the stage for a breakout into higher price levels. Analysts believe that if Litecoin manages to clear this resistance zone, a strong move toward multi-year highs could follow. Related Reading: Bitcoin Faces Serious Price Compression – What Happened Last Time However, if selling pressure increases and LTC loses the $120 support, a deeper retracement into lower demand levels could occur. This scenario would likely extend the consolidation phase, delaying any potential rally. Traders are closely watching Litecoin’s price action for signs of strength, as a bullish breakout could lead to one of the most significant moves for LTC in recent months. Featured image from Dall-E, chart from TradingView
Nasdaq’s 19b-4 filing for Canary Litecoin ETF was published in the Federal Register on Feb. 4, and is currently under SEC review.
The following article is adapted from The Block’s newsletter, The Daily, which comes out on weekday afternoons.
Bloomberg ETF analysts estimate that Litecoin funds (90%) have the highest chance of approval, with XRP funds a bit lower at 65%.
The analysts estimate that Litecoin ETFs filed by Canary and Grayscale have the highest chance of approval.
Experts speculate on the potential launch of memecoin ETFs, with issuers already filing for funds tied to tokens like Trump’s memecoins.
The U.S. SEC asked the public to comment on a proposal for converting Grayscale's Litecoin trust into an exchange-traded product.
Crypto bettors on Polymarket, a decentralized prediction market, have placed an 87% probability on the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approving a Litecoin-based exchange-traded fund (ETF) this year. Optimism surged after the SEC initiated a public comment phase for the proposed Canary Litecoin ETF. According to the agency’s Jan. 29 filing, the public has […]
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The SEC is asking the public to comment on a proposal for the Canary Litecoin ETF, moving the ball forward on next steps toward approval.
In a notable change in the crypto regulatory environment, asset managers are regaining confidence in their pursuit of ETFs. Significantly, CoinShares submitted applications for a spot XRP ETF and a Litecoin (LTC) fund, indicating an increasing enthusiasm for altcoin investment offerings. CoinShares Targets Litecoin And XRP ETF CoinShares’ submission arises as the US ETF market is progressively concentrating on cryptocurrency investments, after the approval and resulting success of funds investing in Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) in 2024. The firm has submitted an S-1 registration statement to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to launch the XRP ETF, aimed at providing investors with direct exposure to the market’s second largest altcoin. Related Reading: SAB 122 Is A Bigger Bitcoin Price Catalyst Than The US BTC Reserve Additionally, CoinShares is expanding its offerings by applying for a spot Litecoin ETF, positioning itself as one of the few companies actively exploring altcoin-based ETFs in the US market. On the same day, Grayscale Investments also filed applications with the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) for both a Solana ETF and a Litecoin ETF, alingning with other firms, including Canary Capital and CoinShares, all seeking regulatory approval for similar products. Skepticism Surrounds Proposed Litecoin ETF Despite the enthusiasm surrounding the XRP ETF filing, the altcoin has shown a mixed response in the market. XRP recently emerged from a nearly three-year consolidation period below the $0.50 mark, boosted by excitement surrounding pro-crypto regulatory shifts under President Donald Trump. Currently, XRP is experiencing remarkable momentum, boasting a staggering 500% year-to-date gain, trading at approximately $3.10. However, the announcement of CoinShares’ XRP ETF did not significantly impact the token’s price, which remains down 0.4% within a 24-hour period. Related Reading: XRP Long Term Potential Remains Extremely Bullish Possibility Of Price At $20 On a more critical note, the proposed Litecoin ETF has sparked skepticism among some market experts. Analyst Ali Martinez expressed concerns regarding the viability of a Litecoin ETF, pointing out that the coin has remained stuck in the same price range since 2017, a span of eight years. The analyst continued to probe the reasoning for initiating a Litecoin ETF when ironic options, like a “USDT ETF,” he claims, might provide more instant advantages such as staking rewards. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com
Nasdaq Stock Market LLC has filed an essential form for garnering the U.S. SEC's approval of a spot Litecoin ETF.
Canary Capital filed an amended S-1 form for its Litecoin ETF filing on Wednesday, which might indicate engagement from the SEC.
Bloomberg ETF analysts Eric Balchunas and James Seyffart expect Litecoin and Hedera will also get spot ETFs, but aren’t convinced there’ll be much demand for them.
Following Donald Trump’s victory in Tuesday’s election, members of the crypto community are celebrating a renewed sense of hope for their ETF ambitions. The change in political leadership is seen as a potential turning point for the approval of cryptocurrency ETFs focused on altcoins such as Solana, XRP and Litecoin. Solana Gains Ground In ETF […]
In the United States, issuers are seeking to register ETFs for Solana and XRP ahead of the November presidential elections.