In a significant development for the cryptocurrency sector, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has officially acknowledged Grayscale’s filing for a spot Cardano ETF. This marks a crucial step forward in the approval process for what would be the first-ever Cardano exchange-traded fund in the United States.
Grayscale, a leading digital asset management firm, submitted the application through NYSE Arca on February 10, 2025. The proposed ETF, set to trade under the ticker “GADA,” aims to provide traditional investors with regulated exposure to ADA, the native cryptocurrency of the Cardano blockchain. This move aligns with Grayscale’s broader strategy to expand its crypto ETF offerings beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum, having recently filed similar applications for Solana and XRP.
The filing highlights Coinbase Custody Trust Company as the custodian and BNY Mellon Asset Servicing as the administrator for the proposed trust. The SEC’s acknowledgment sets the stage for a 45-day review period, during which the proposal will be published in the Federal Register, allowing for public comment and further evaluation by the SEC.
This development has already sparked significant interest in the Cardano ecosystem, with ADA’s price surging by as much as 16% following the announcement. Analysts predict that if approved, the ETF could further boost ADA’s value, potentially driving it toward a $2.50 target.
As the cryptocurrency market continues to evolve, Grayscale’s efforts underscore the growing demand for institutional access to digital assets. The approval of a Cardano ETF would not only enhance competition among market participants but also provide investors with a regulated path to ADA exposure, potentially paving the way for broader adoption of the Cardano blockchain.
