Nomura’s cryptocurrency arm laser digitalpredicts that 2025 will be a critical year for cryptocurrency-based exchange traded funds (ETFs). According to the report published by the company last week, more than 12 new cryptocurrency-based ETFs may be launched in the United States this year if the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approves them.
New ETFs are on the Way
Laser Digital stated that 12 cryptocurrency ETF applications have been filed with the SEC so far. Among these, especially S&P 500 returns $92,802.9 offering in ProShares ETFBitcoin and Ethereum 
$3,153.0containing combined ETF‘s, Litecoin 
$97.2XRP and Solana based ETFs. The company emphasized that among these applications, Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs are more likely to be approved.
The report also stated that spot Bitcoin ETFs, launched at the beginning of 2024, attracted great interest. For example, Blackrock iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) ETF managed approximately $53 billion in the first 11 months of the year. This success demonstrates the potential for high demand for new ETFs.
On the other hand, Grayscale, in December Grayscale Solana Trust(GSOL) into an ETF. Laser Digital stated that these and similar initiatives will increase the interest of institutional investors in cryptocurrency ETFs.
According to the report, during the year cryptocurrency ETF market‘s growth will accelerate and these products will become more widely accepted. The market is expected to grow actively with the interest of institutional investors.
Change in the Regulatory Environment
The head of the SEC who is positive about cryptocurrencies Paul AtkinsWith the passage of and Gary Gensler leaving office, it is expected that the cases filed against cryptocurrency companies will decrease and the existing cases will be dropped.
Laser Digital is of the opinion that this change will make it easier for new ETFs to be approved. Moreover Donald TrumpIt is anticipated that a regulatory team friendly to cryptocurrencies will be formed during ‘s presidency.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this article does not constitute investment advice. Investors should be aware that crypto currencies carry high volatility and therefore risk, and should carry out their transactions in line with their own research.
