The race to bring more cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to market continues as Nasdaq seeks to list the Canary HBAR ETF. The exchange filed an application with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to offer an ETF supported by Hedera Network’s native token, HBAR.
This initiative adds to a growing list of applications from issuers and exchanges planning to introduce altcoin ETFs. The SEC must now review and approve the filing before trading can begin.
Crypto ETF Filings Gain Momentum
Canary Capital, the asset manager behind the proposed ETF, initially filed for SECapproval in November. The fund aims to provide investors with exposure to HBAR, which powers Hedera’s hashgraph-based distributed ledger.
Canary has reportedly sought approval for ETFs tied to other altcoins, including Solana, reflecting the increasing demand for crypto investment products.
The Nasdaq filing comes amid a broader push to expand crypto ETFs. Other issuers have applied for ETFs tied to cryptocurrencies like Polkadot and Official Trump (TRUMP). Additionally, asset managers are awaiting regulatory approval for modifications to existing ETFs, such as introducing staking options and in-kind redemptions.
And there’s the 19b-4 $HBAR filing from @CanaryFunds/@Nasdaq. https://t.co/lUbNguhkLl pic.twitter.com/3nPXGIzsWl
— Eleanor Terrett (@EleanorTerrett) February 24, 2025
The SEC's stance on cryptocurrency has evolved significantly following President Donald Trump’s second term. The shift has already resulted in two crypto index ETFs launching in February. Last week, Franklin Templeton introduced an ETF holding both Bitcoin and Ether, following Hashdex’s Nasdaq Crypto Index US ETF (NCIQ) debut on Feb. 14.
Analysts expect additional approvals in the coming months as the regulatory environment continues to change. Bloomberg Intelligence estimates a 65% chance for an XRP ETF to gain approval in the US, while the odds for Litecoin and Solana ETFs stand at 90% and 70%, respectively. HBAR’s approval likelihood remains uncertain, as Bloomberg has not yet provided an estimate, Cointelegraph reported.
A Changing Landscape for Crypto Investments
The SEC’s previous approach to cryptocurrency was far more restrictive. Under former President Joe Biden, the regulator launched many lawsuits against crypto firms, citing securities law violations. In 2024, it allowed spot Bitcoin ETFsbut rejected proposals for ETFs linked to other digital assets.
With Nasdaq’s HBAR ETF filing and a growing number of applications for altcoin ETFs, the SEC faces mounting pressure to expand the crypto investment landscape further.
If approvals continue at the current pace, investors could soon have more diversified options for gaining exposure to digital assets through regulated financial markets.
This article was written by Jared Kirui at www.financemagnates.com.
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