VanEck Urges SEC to Use FIFO Review for Ethereum ETF Filings

VanEck and major financial institutions have formally petitioned the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to process Ethereum ETF applications on a first-in-first-out (FIFO) basis. They argue that a sequential FIFO process prevents batch approvals favoring large applicants like BlackRock, ensuring fairness and transparency in Ethereum ETF issuance. The move underscores growing institutional demand for regulated Ethereum investment products and highlights the need for clear SEC guidelines. Traders and market participants are closely watching the SEC’s decision, as FIFO review could hasten Ethereum ETF launches, boost liquidity and broaden ETH access in traditional markets.