NEW: ProShares Moves Toward XRP ETF, Eyes End-of-April for First Trading Day

ProShares takes a bold step in the cryptocurrency space by filing for a futures-based Short XRP ETF with a targeted launch date of April 30 2025. This move signals a significant shift allowing investors to engage with XRP through futures without owning the actual tokens. Approval of this ETF could integrate XRP into regular brokerage accounts providing a straightforward and regulated investment avenue for both retail and institutional players.

The landscape for XRP is evolving with it leading in ETF filings among altcoins according to Kaiko research. With 10 active ETF applications XRP surpasses other popular altcoins like Solana Litecoin and Dogecoin in this regard. Its robust liquidity also enhances its appeal to the SEC for potential ETF approvals showcasing frequent trades near its market value which is crucial for regulatory acceptance.

Recent hints from crypto analyst John Squire about a potential Ripple versus SEC settlement could catalyze a significant upward trajectory for XRP. As ProShares and other firms like Bitwise 21 Shares and CoinShares rush to file their own XRP-based products the anticipation builds. The SEC’s upcoming decision could greatly influence XRP’s incorporation into mainstream finance escalating its visibility and credibility among traditional investors.

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