Just In: Grayscale Files for Spot XRP ETF on NYSE

In a recent development, asset manager grayscale Investment grayscale Investment - Investment platform has filed a 19b-4 form with the NYSE to launch an XRP ETF. The company aims to convert its XRP Trust into an exchange-traded fund (ETF), which will be listed and traded on the NYSE.

“Grayscale Investments has filed with the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) to offer a spot XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF). This filing aims to convert Grayscale’s existing XRP Trust into an ETF, allowing shares to be listed and traded on the NYSE,” the filing read.

This comes shortly after Grayscale filed for Litecoin and Solana ETFs. Additionally, the company recently introduced its Bitcoin Miners ETF, under the ticker MNRS, which provides exposure to publicly traded Bitcoin mining companies.

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It’s a Growing Trend!

By filing for an XRP ETF, Grayscale joins asset managers like Bitwise and WisdomTree in the race to issue an exchange-traded fund. This filing makes Grayscale the seventh asset manager to submit a proposal for an XRP ETF, as part of a wave of ETF applications since Donald Trump Donald Trump   Donald J. Trump is a US-based entrepreneur, Pro-crypto Politician, and the 45th and 47th President of the United States of America. He understands the importance and needs of the modern fintech world, and people look up to him as a dominant pro-crypto leader.   Quick Facts   Full name Donald John Trump Birth 14-06-1946, New York, United States Nationality American Education BS from the University of Pennsylvania Known For Businessman, Pro-Crypto Politician   Once doubtful about Bitcoindominance, he said in a tweet in 2019, “I am not a fan of Bitcoin", but now has a significant amount of cryptocurrency holdings in his kitty. He has also signed an Executive Order to establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, which highlights his commitment to the future of cryptocurrency.   Donald Trump - Career Highlights & Events   2016 – Elected as the 45th President of the United States from the Republican Party.   2017 – Signed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, impacting investment environments   2019 – Criticized Bitcoin and Libra on X, dubbing them as "not money"   2024 – Campaign signals potential openness to crypto-friendly reforms   2025 –  Elected as the 47th President of the United States from the Republican Party.   A meme coin, $TRUMP, is associated with Donald Trump, which is listed on the Solana blockchain platform. His family also backs World Liberty Financial (WLF), a crypto venture.     President return to office and Gary Gensler’s exit from the SEC.

XRP Trust’s Strong Performance

Grayscale’s XRP Trust has been performing well this year. In January, the trust saw a 300% increase, according to Nasdaq, driven by speculation that an XRP ETF might launch within the next 12 months.

The momentum behind crypto ETFs is undeniable, and Grayscale has proved it once again.