Grayscale Files for Cardano, Polkadot ETFs with SEC

Grayscale Investments has filed with the SEC for Cardano and Polkadot ETFs, aiming to expand beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum on August 2025, covering NYSE Arca and Nasdaq.

These filings could significantly influence market liquidity and adoption, offering new investment opportunities in Cardano and Polkadot for institutional and retail investors, pending regulatory approval.

Grayscale Seeks Approval for Cardano, Polkadot ETFs

Grayscale Investments, the largest digital asset manager, has filed S-1 registration statements for Cardano (ADA) and Polkadot (DOT) ETFs. This move extends their offerings beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum.

The ETFs will be passively managed and will directly hold ADA and DOT, securely custodied by Coinbase. Grayscale’s filings follow previous 19b-4 submissions for regulatory compliance.

Institutional Exposure to ADA and DOT Set to Rise

The filings may boost institutional exposure to ADA and DOT, increasing liquidity and mainstream appeal. The cryptocurrency market may experience volatility as investors anticipate regulatory approval.

This regulatory initiative could signal broader acceptance of altcoin-based ETFs. While no immediate market shifts are evident, the move mirrors past ETF impacts on Bitcoin and Ethereum.

“New: @Grayscale submits S-1s for both their Cardano and Polkadot ETFs. They had already submitted 19b-4s for each of these — so these aren’t brand new filings.” – James Seyffart, ETF Analyst, Bloomberg

Bitcoin, Ethereum ETF Success Boosts ADA, DOT Prospects

Grayscale’s earlier ETF approvals for Bitcoin and Ethereum resulted in increased trading activity. Similar impact on ADA and DOT could be expected, potentially boosting institutional engagement.

If approved, these filings may pave the way for future altcoin ETFs. Experts anticipate short-term price fluctuations and increased DeFi engagement as investors adjust portfolios.