The SEC's new fast-track listing standards reduce crypto ETF approvals to 75 days. Explore what regulatory clarity means for institutional access in 2026.
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The SEC's December 2025 decision to implement generic listing standards has reduced crypto ETF approval timelines from months to as little as 75 days. This regulatory shift, combined with recent XRP ETF launches and pending Solana applications, signals a new era for institutional crypto access.
December 2025 marked a decisive shift in U.S. crypto regulation. The SEC approved new exchange listing standards that eliminate the 19b-4 form requirement for certain crypto products, enabling faster launches. Meanwhile, the CFTC announced that listed spot cryptocurrency products would begin trading for the first time in U.S. markets.
