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The development of Ethereum (ETH) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) is a hot topic in the cryptocurrency field, especially in providing traditional financial market investors with a more formal channel to invest in Ethereum. So far, progress in this field has mainly focused on regulatory approval and market acceptance. Here are some key developments and future development directions of Ethereum ETFs:
Current situation and progress
Canada approves Ethereum ETF:
Canada is the first country to approve Ethereum ETFs, and several companies have successfully launched their own Ethereum ETF products, such as Purpose Investments, CI Global Asset Management, etc. These ETFs allow investors to invest in Ethereum directly through traditional stock trading accounts without worrying about the custody and security of cryptocurrencies.
Approval process in the United States:
In the United States, although Bitcoin ETFs have begun to receive partial approval (mainly Bitcoin futures ETFs), the approval process for Ethereum ETFs is still pending. Several companies, including Valkyrie and VanEck, have submitted applications for Ethereum ETFs to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), but as of now, the SEC has not approved any pure Ethereum ETF products.
Possibility of future development
Changes in regulatory attitudes:
The future development of Ethereum ETFs depends largely on the attitudes of major global financial regulators, especially the U.S. SEC. As the cryptocurrency market matures and regulators gain a deeper understanding of crypto assets, more Ethereum ETF products may be approved in the future.
Market demand growth:
Due to the widespread application of Ethereum in DeFi (decentralized finance) and NFT (non-fungible token) fields, the investment demand for Ethereum is expected to continue to grow. A formal and easily accessible investment channel, such as ETF, may attract more investors from traditional financial markets.
Impact of technological development:
Technological upgrades of the Ethereum network itself, such as the launch of Ethereum 2.0, are expected to improve its scalability, security and efficiency, which may enhance the attractiveness of Ethereum ETFs as investment products.
