Lightspeed Will We See A Solana ETF In 2025? | Matthew Sigel
Mar 26, 2025
Matthew Sigel, Head of Digital Assets Research at VanEck, shares his expert insights on the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency. He discusses the market sentiment, highlighting the struggle between bearish enthusiasts and bullish institutional investors. Sigel delves into the potential launch of a Solana ETF by 2025 and its implications for institutional adoption. He also addresses concerns about Solana's inflation and the impact of macroeconomic factors on the crypto market, providing a comprehensive view of the future of crypto finance.
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Institutional Crypto Interest
- Institutional crypto interest has surged since the election, focusing mainly on Bitcoin.
- Proof-of-stake coins receive less attention, with speculative use cases not resonating with institutions.
Market Sentiment and Investment Strategy
- High fear levels in the market suggest buying is better than selling for long-term investors.
- However, those in cash have the luxury of waiting for better opportunities.
Solana Futures ETF
- The need for a large regulated futures market for a spot ETF was a misconception by Gary Gensler.
- A Solana futures ETF could boost trading volumes, but low volumes reflect altcoin disinterest.