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XRP ETF Awaiting SEC Decision Amidst Regulatory Delays

BY Solomon M.·1 MIN READ·MAY 26, 2025

Brad Garlinghouse of Ripple Labs is engaging with the SEC to progress the approval of an XRP ETF as talks have currently stalled, with new futures products launching on Nasdaq.

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Key Points:
  • SEC delays XRP ETF decision amidst growing institutional interest.
  • Polymarket ETF approval odds soar to 83%.
  • Futures-based ETFs launch first on Nasdaq, CME.
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Ripple’s Brad Garlinghouse Engages with SEC on XRP ETF

The issue is vital as it reflects the growing demand for institutional crypto investment. XRP futures ETFs on major exchanges influence institutional participation and potential liquidity changes.

The SEC has extended its review of XRP ETFs filed by Franklin Templeton and Bitwise. Volatility Shares launched an XRP futures ETF, a first for a U.S. exchange.

Ripple’s CEO Garlinghouse is highlighting the ETF’s significance for XRP’s legitimacy as he stated, “The XRP ETF is a big deal, bringing more legitimacy and new forms of institutional participation to the XRP ecosystem.” The SEC, overseeing over 70 crypto ETF filings, continues its cautious delays, influencing market timelines and investor strategies.

XRP’s market experienced increased interest following the futures ETF’s introduction, indicating a potential shift in liquidity and institutional involvement, and is echoed by other altcoins like ETH and DOGE.

Financial sectors and traders eagerly await XRP’s spot ETF approval, confident based on Polymarket odds. This mirrors previous ETF approvals for Bitcoin and Ethereum which caused market rallies.

An 83% rise in the probability of the ETF’s approval indicates strong investor confidence. Historically, futures ETFs precede spot issues, potentially increasing asset market liquidity and institutional acceptance.

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The content on The CCPress is provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial or investment advice. Cryptocurrency investments carry inherent risks. Please consult a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

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  • External Source - Referenced domain: sec.gov
  • External Source - Referenced domain: dlnews.com
  • External Source - Referenced domain: watcher.guru
  • External Source - Referenced domain: cointribune.com
  • Byline - Reported by Solomon M.
  • Coverage Desk - Primary editorial category: Altcoin News