- VanEck’s Matthew Sigel suggests Polymarket’s 77% probability for Solana ETF approval in 2025 may be conservative, signaling stronger approval chances.
- Major asset managers including VanEck and 21Shares have filed for SOL ETFs, positioning the token as the next potential institutional breakthrough.
- Solana’s recent institutional momentum follows successful Bitcoin ETF approvals and growing Ethereum ETF applications in late 2024.
VanEck’s Matthew Sigel has doubled down on Solana ETF approval suggesting that Polymarket’s 77% probability forecast in 2025 might be undervalued. This statement has sparked a renewed interest in the leading altcoin.
The cryptocurrency market is once again buzzing after VanEck’s Head of Digital Asset Research Matthew Sigel’s latest post on the probability of SOL ETF approval in 2025.
Ever since Bitcoin spot ETF went live, Solana’s trajectory in the institutional investment landscape has gained significant momentum. Not to forget the increasing traction for Ethereum ETF applications in late 2024. Over time, the platform’s growing appeal in DeFi and memecoin space has triggered renewed interest among major asset management firms, including VanEck and 21Shares, to file for Solana ETF products.
The leading altcoin has already demonstrated its potential in June 2024 when SOL’s price surged following VanEck’s ETF filing announcement. This market response highlighted the strong institutional appetite for regulated SOL-focused investment vehicles.
SEC Rejects Solana ETF Filings, but Hope Remains
Industry observers note that Solana’s appeal stems from its robust technological infrastructure and growing ecosystem of decentralized applications. The platform’s high-speed transactions and low fees have made it particularly attractive for DeFi and NFT applications, further strengthening its case for ETF approval.
However, challenges remain on the horizon. Regulatory uncertainties continue to pose potential hurdles, while market volatility and competition from other blockchain platforms could impact approval timelines. Recently, the SEC informed at least two of the five prospective issuers that they would be rejected for their 19b4 filings for spot filings including SOL ETF applications.
Despite these challenges, the changing political stance towards the crypto market and positive signals from industry leaders like Sigel suggest that Solana’s ETF prospects might be stronger than current market predictions indicate.