New York, NY – January 10, 2026 – BlackRock today submitted a 19b-4 filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) seeking to expand its existing spot cryptocurrency ETF offerings by including exposure to Solana (SOL) and select additional high-quality altcoins.
The proposed expansion would allow the iShares spot crypto ETFs (including IBIT for Bitcoin and ETHA for Ethereum) to incorporate diversified digital asset baskets, subject to regulatory approval, providing investors with broader regulated exposure to the evolving blockchain ecosystem.
"Digital assets continue to mature as an asset class. This filing reflects our commitment to innovation while maintaining the highest standards of investor protection and regulatory compliance. We believe diversified exposure through established spot ETF structures will meet growing institutional demand for responsible crypto access."
– Robert Mitchnick, Head of Digital Assets, BlackRock
The filing follows BlackRock's successful launches of spot Bitcoin (IBIT) and Ethereum (ETHA) ETFs in 2024, which have collectively attracted over $82 billion in assets. The proposed expansion is designed to offer investors greater flexibility while preserving the simplicity, liquidity, and security of existing products.
This move comes amid increasing institutional interest in layer-1 alternatives and multi-asset digital strategies. If approved, BlackRock's expanded lineup could significantly accelerate mainstream adoption of altcoins through regulated vehicles.
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