The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has extended its review period for proposed rule changes that would allow options trading on spot Solana ETFs, signaling continued caution toward altcoin products.
In a filing published December 9, 2025, the SEC announced a 45-day extension to its decision deadline on proposals from Cboe and other exchanges to list options on existing spot Solana ETFs (including offerings from Bitwise, Fidelity, VanEck, and 21Shares).
The regulator cited the need for additional time to evaluate concerns around market manipulation, investor protection, and the underlying spot markets for Solana.
Solana ETF trading volumes remained stable following the announcement, with no immediate outflow spike observed. Analysts note that while disappointing for short-term liquidity, the delay does not impact the underlying spot ETFs themselves.
Many expect eventual approval as regulatory familiarity with crypto ETFs grows, similar to the path seen with Ethereum products.
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This article is for informational purposes only and is not financial or regulatory advice. Regulatory decisions can change rapidly in the crypto space.