The Breakdown The Push to Accelerate Crypto ETFs
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Jul 10, 2025 The discussion centers around the controversial ETF application from Trump Media Group, igniting debates on crypto standards. Grayscale's stalled approval raises concerns as the SEC faces pressure to clarify guidelines. Robinhood's tokenized stocks are under regulatory scrutiny while MetaPlanet strategizes a robust Bitcoin treasury. Additionally, Ego Death Capital launches a $100 million fund to support Bitcoin-focused innovations, highlighting the tension between regulation and the future of cryptocurrency markets.
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Crypto ETF Standards Needed
- Trump Media Group's crypto ETF includes controversial altcoins like Kronos with large weight.
- This highlights the urgent need for clear standards around crypto ETFs to avoid arbitrary SEC decisions.
SEC's Crypto ETF Framework
- The SEC is working on a unified crypto ETF framework to streamline approvals.
- Exchanges want to use listing standards that allow self-approval for new crypto ETFs within these standards.
Crypto ETF Approvals Timeline
- The SEC is expected to publish draft crypto token listing standards this month and implement them by fall.
- This may accelerate approval of altcoin ETFs, though some suspect approval will wait until framework is complete.