ETFs 2.0: Why the SEC’s move to fast-track spot crypto ETFs matters – Charlie Sherry
The US Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) decision on September 18, 2025, to approve generic listing standards for commodity-based trust shares has unlocked a new frontier for spot cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs). This regulatory overhaul is a transformative step toward integrating digital assets into mainstream investing.
For everyday investors, this means unprecedented access to crypto through familiar brokerage accounts, potential liquidity surges in crypto markets, and a broader palette of portfolio options. But with this expanded access comes a spectrum of risks, from volatile altcoin exposures to custody concerns.
Below, we explore how these changes reshape market access and investor…
