Overview
- The SEC invoked its maximum 60-day extension to set October 16, 2025 as the new deadline for final rulings on Bitwise and 21Shares spot Solana ETF proposals.
- Delays also cover Cboe BZX filings from Canary Funds and Marinade Finance as the agency continues its public comment and technical review process.
- Bitwise and 21Shares submitted amendments in July to address SEC feedback on in-kind creation and redemption mechanics and staking arrangements.
- Officials said the extensions will allow for deeper scrutiny of technical details, surveillance-sharing measures and potential asset classification issues.
- Several other firms including Grayscale, ProShares and VanEck have pending Solana ETF applications, while BlackRock has confirmed it is not pursuing a Solana fund.