Grayscale Ethereum ETFs Approved by SEC

Grayscale Ethereum ETFs have received approval from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to operate under new generic listing standards, allowing for faster approval and more efficient operations for investors. The decision, announced on September 19, 2025, applies to both the Grayscale Ethereum Trust ETF and the Grayscale Ethereum Mini Trust ETF.

Switching to the new standards removes the need for individual SEC approvals for each ETF, enabling listing and trading under the same generic rules applied to other commodity-based financial instruments. NYSE Arca initiated the change to streamline trading processes and reduce delays.

The SEC stated that the move is part of a broader strategy to accelerate approval timelines for cryptocurrency ETFs and improve market transparency and efficiency. This follows similar measures for other commodity-based financial instruments, aimed at standardizing regulations and providing investors with clearer and more consistent conditions.