Brazil’s approval of the first Solana-based ETF marks a significant milestone in the integration of cryptocurrency into regulated financial markets.
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- Brazil’s CVM approved the country’s first Solana-based ETF.
- The ETF will track the CME CF Solana Dollar Reference Rate.
- Managed by QR Asset and Vortx, the ETF highlights Brazil’s role in regulated crypto investments.
- The product is awaiting final approval from Brazil’s B3 exchange.
Brazil’s Securities and Exchange Commission （CVM） has approved the country’s first Solana-based ETF, marking a significant milestone in the development of regulated crypto financial products. This ETF will track the CME CF Solana Dollar Reference Rate and is currently in its pre-operational phase, awaiting final approval from Brazil’s main stock exchange, B3.
QR Asset and Vortx will manage the ETF, which signifies Brazil’s growing role in the global regulated crypto investment market. The approval underscores Brazil’s proactive approach to embracing financial innovation and adapting to the evolving digital asset landscape.
The introduction of this Solana-based ETF highlights the increasing acceptance of cryptocurrency as a viable investment option within regulated markets. It also reflects a broader trend of integrating digital assets into traditional financial systems, providing investors with diverse and cutting-edge opportunities.
Brazil’s approval of this ETF aligns with global trends, as similar products have been launched in other countries. For instance, Swiss investment product provider 21Shares launched the first Solana ETF on the SIX Swiss Exchange in June 2021. In the United States, applications for Solana-based ETFs have been submitted by VanEck and 21Shares, with the SEC expected to make a decision by March 2025.
解説
- ETF （Exchange-Traded Fund）: An investment fund traded on stock exchanges, much like stocks. ETFs hold assets such as stocks, commodities, or bonds and generally operate with an arbitrage mechanism designed to keep trading close to its net asset value.
- CME CF Solana Dollar Reference Rate: A reference rate used to price the value of Solana in USD, developed by CME Group and CF Benchmarks.
- Pre-operational phase: The stage before a financial product becomes fully operational, requiring final approvals and setup.