Current Date:April 4, 2025

VanEck Eyes BNB ETF Launch After BTC, ETH Product Success

VanEck Moves to Launch BNB ETF Amid Growing Interest in Cryptocurrency

Investment management firm VanEck is making significant strides in the cryptocurrency space by registering to launch an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that will track BNB, the native cryptocurrency associated with the Binance-linked BNB Chain. This move marks an important step for the firm as it aims to capitalize on the increasing popularity of digital assets.

Based in New York, VanEck has proposed the establishment of a trust in Delaware as part of the preliminary process to formally apply for approval from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). If successful, VanEck’s BNB ETF would stand out as the first of its kind to be listed in the United States, potentially setting a new precedent in the growing market for cryptocurrency investment products.

Notably, VanEck has been a pioneer in the cryptocurrency ETF space, having been among the first issuers to secure approval for bitcoin (BTC) and ether (ETH) ETFs in the U.S., which received the green light in January and July of 2024, respectively. The firm has also taken proactive measures by registering to list ETFs that track other prominent cryptocurrencies, including Solana (SOL) and Avalanche (AVAX).

As of the latest updates, BNB is trading at just over $603, showing minimal fluctuations since the initial reports of VanEck’s intentions. This stability in price reflects the ongoing interest and potential for growth within the cryptocurrency market.

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