REX Shares Files Applications for Seven Cryptocurrency ETFs With the SEC, Including XRP, SOL, BTC, ETH, DOGE, BONK, and TRUMP Tokens

REX Shares, alongside its crypto-focused sister company Osprey Funds, has filed applications for seven cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs) with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

Seven cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have been filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) by REX Shares, together with Osprey Funds, its sister company with a focus on crypto. XRP, Solana (SOL), Bitcoin (BTC), and Ethereum (ETH) are among the cryptocurrencies covered by the ETF filings, along with memecoins Dogecoin (DOGE), Bonk (BONK), and the recently launched TRUMP token.

Which One Stands the Best Chance of Being Approved?

According to Eric Balchunas, a senior ETF analyst at Bloomberg, the TRUMP ETF and other memecoin ETFs, such as those tracking Dogecoin and Bonk, are likely to be approved first. These filings were made under the 1940 Act, which allows for faster approval within 75 days. These ETFs could begin trading by April 2025 if there are no objections.

However, Balchunas noted that the SEC may face pressure in evaluating an ETF that is linked to President Donald Trump's own memecoin. “Does the SEC reject an ETF based on the President's (their boss) own memecoin?” Balchunas asked.

The TRUMP token is a new memecoin that is tied to Donald Trump, the 47th U.S. president. The token was launched just before his inauguration and quickly gained attention. Starting with a market value of $14.5 billion, the token later lost half its value. The TRUMP ETF would invest the majority of its assets in this token.

TRUMP tokens are known for their high volatility. According to the token's website, entities affiliated with Trump own 80% of the TRUMP tokens. This raises questions about whether the SEC will approve an ETF that is pegged to such a risky asset.

What About XRP and Solana ETFs?

XRP and Solana ETFs face more challenges in getting approved. Both cryptocurrencies have been under SEC investigation, with XRP's parent company, Ripple, being involved in a lengthy legal battle over whether XRP should be classified as a security. Solana also faces similar concerns, which could complicate their ETF approval process. According to James Seyffart, another Bloomberg analyst, the 19b-4 process will take 240 days to approve these ETFs, making them less likely to be approved before memecoin ETFs.

However, analysts believe that new leadership at the SEC under Donald Trump could expedite approvals. Acting SEC Chair Mark Uyeda and expected nominee Paul Atkins are both considered to be more crypto-friendly, which could increase the chances of these products receiving ETF approval.

Balchunas noted a sharp increase in ETF filings since Gensler's departure.

33 crypto ETFs are now currently filed with the SEC, the list doubled since Gensler left the building on Friday.

He added that the number of filings could reach 50 within weeks.

If approved, these ETFs are expected to attract a large amount of capital. According to analysts, Solana ETFs could attract $3 billion to $6 billion, while XRP ETFs could attract $4 billion to $8 billion in their first year. However, demand for these ETFs may be lower than for Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, which investors consider safer due to their classification as commodities.