logo
‘All systems go' for Solana staking ETF to launch any moment: Analysts

‘All systems go' for Solana staking ETF to launch any moment: Analysts

Crypto Insight3 days ago
ETF provider REX Shares is on the verge of launching the first-ever Solana staking exchange-traded fund (ETF), following what analysts describe as a successful response to feedback from the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
'Rex also filed an updated prospectus, which totally filled in. Add it all up, and it appears as though all systems go for imminent launch,' ETF analyst Eric Balchunas said in an X post on Friday. SEC 'comfortable' with the unique ETF structure
ETF Store president Nate Geraci said in an X post on the same day that it looks like the SEC are open to REX Shares incredibly rare c-corp business structure used in the fund, which the SEC previously argued conflicts with the 6C-11 rule, also known as 'the ETF rule.'
'Looks like they're comfortable pushing forward w/ their creative '40 Act structure,' Geraci said. 'Here we go,' he added.
He previously said on May 29 that REX Shares had taken 'the regulatory end-around' with this approach.
Echoing Geraci's sentiment, ETF analyst James Seyffart said the way that REX Shares structured their Solana staking ETF proposal was 'very rare in the ETF world' as it bypasses the standard 19b-4 filing process that most other crypto ETF providers have used for staking proposals, which are all still awaiting a decision from the SEC. Analysts say the SEC's comments have been addressed
Geraci said, 'Looks like they believe comments have been resolved.'
'Crypto ETF summer commences,' he added.
Balchunas cited an email screenshot to confirm that REX Shares have addressed the SEC's comments.
'So they are good to launch, it looks like. Wow,' Balchunas added.
In a post on the same day, REX Shares said that 'the first-ever staked crypto ETF' in the US is coming soon. Staking in crypto ETFs has been highly anticipated by the industry
REX Shares explained that its REX-Osprey SOL and staking ETF is designed to track the performance of Solana while generating yield through onchain staking.
'A new era of yield-generating crypto exposure is here,' REX Shares said.
Staking has been a long-awaited feature by many ETF spectators in the industry.
On March 20, BlackRock's head of digital assets, Robbie Mitchnick, described the firm's Ether ETF as a 'tremendous success' but acknowledged that the ETF is 'less perfect' without staking.
Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/spot-solana-staking-etf-rex-shares-launch-soon-analysts-forecast
Orange background

Try Our AI Features

Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:

Comments

No comments yet...

Related Articles

How could AI be your speech enemy?
How could AI be your speech enemy?

UAE Moments

time11 minutes ago

  • UAE Moments

How could AI be your speech enemy?

Now, this title may sound unusual, given that we are surrounded by numerous articles and videos highlighting the importance of AI in nearly everything. Many people forget that AI is merely an assisting tool and should not replace them. Occasionally, I meet with a new client who has a strong belief in AI and utilizes it in numerous applications. They often share a script for their upcoming speech or presentation, and it takes me only one look to figure out that this is an AI-generated version. And the thing is, I have witnessed clients from different fields working in various positions share scripts of their speeches with me, only to find that their story narratives and talk skeletons are nearly identical. Following such scenarios, we will end up being clones of each other. When we ask people to present their reports and ideas instead of just sending them via email, it's because we want to allow them to explain their ideas more thoroughly, share the story behind them passionately, and showcase their uniqueness. However, relying mainly on AI to write your speeches will ultimately result in dull and repetitive speeches and presentations. I've said it many times: leaving a lasting impression and achieving influence isn't just about demonstrating confidence or having a solid structure in your content; it's also about showcasing your unique expertise and style through your content and performance. That's because you want to be recognized among hundreds because of WHO YOU ARE AND WHAT YOU OWN, not because of just confidence and structure that anyone could demonstrate. Although it's common sense that speechwriters support officials and spokespersons in writing their speeches, those speeches should sound genuine and reflect the speaker's own voice. That's why, when I work on such positions, our top priority is that the speech sounds authentic, not like it was written by someone else. Even with the presence of professional speechwriters, they must write with the speaker's spirit, use the speaker's keywords, and adopt a style that demonstrates the speaker's personality. That is something an AI tool cannot obtain by giving it a couple of data points. Not to mention that you cannot demonstrate passion genuinely by delivering a speech that doesn't breathe ' YOU ' between its lines. Does this mean AI tools aren't helpful in public speaking? Of course not. There are plenty of other benefits for AI. Let me address some of them here: 1) Topics research and initial content creation: As I just discussed, the main ideas and message of your content should be your input; however, you can also depend on AI tools to gather resources for you, brainstorm ideas, and suggest case studies or statistics. Examples: Chat GPT-3 2) Content and Vocabulary Enhancement: When presenting in a different language than your mother tongue, sometimes we fall into the trap of using the same vocabularies or wrong Grammer that would affect the richness and clarity of your content, That's why you could depend on AI tools to generate different vocabularies to deliver the exact meaning you aim for, (Note: It's always recommended to choose vocabularies that are easy on your tongue. Do not trade smooth articulation for sophistication.) Example: Gabble – Speeko – Grammarly 3) Practicing and rehearsals: Now we can see AI-powered tools that assist in analyzing speeches or presentations, helping you during your rehearsal phase. Of course, the accuracy of these tools isn't enough yet to detect all areas of improvement, but they will remain good assisting tools. Examples: Orai – Yoodli 4) Presentation Design: There are plenty of AI tools that can assist you in designing your presentation slides, especially for quick and brief meetings. Of course, you'll need to adjust the slides based on your objective, audience analysis, and rehearsals to ensure a smooth flow. Examples: Canva – PowerPoint Designer – SlideSpeak Yes, technology is meant to make our lives easier, and it's always wise to stay updated with new tools, however Public Speaking has always been about human connection, which is why we need to remember that demonstrating who we are, how we feel, and what we own isn't an easy task that can be dictated by an AI tool.

US private payrolls unexpectedly decrease in June; layoffs remain low
US private payrolls unexpectedly decrease in June; layoffs remain low

Zawya

time20 minutes ago

  • Zawya

US private payrolls unexpectedly decrease in June; layoffs remain low

U.S. private payrolls unexpectedly fell in June and job gains in the prior month were smaller than initially thought, the ADP National Employment Report showed on Wednesday. Private payrolls dropped by 33,000 jobs last month after a downwardly revised 29,000 increase in May. Economists polled by Reuters had forecast private employment increasing 95,000 following a previously reported gain of 37,000 in May. The ADP report, jointly developed with the Stanford Digital Economy Lab, was published ahead of the more comprehensive employment report for June due to be released on Thursday by the Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics. There is no correlation between the ADP and BLS employment reports. The BLS' employment report is being published a day early because of the Independence Day holiday on Friday. Job growth has ebbed as businesses grapple with trade policy uncertainty, but companies have not yet resorted to widespread layoffs, keeping the labor market anchored. A separate report from global outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas showed job cuts announced by U.S.-based employers dropped 49% to 47,999 in June. Planned layoffs totaled 247,256 in the second quarter, down 50% from the January-March quarter. Hiring plans, however, dropped to 3,191 last month from 9,683 in May. Sluggish hiring was also evident in the government's Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey, or JOLTS report on Tuesday, which showed a 112,000 decline in hires to 5.503 million in May. The JOLTS report also showed there were 1.07 job openings for every unemployed person in May, up from 1.03 in April. "Without a strong economic driver, hiring may remain measured through the rest of the year," said Andrew Challenger, senior vice president at Challenger, Gray & Christmas. Economists polled by Reuters expect the government's employment report to show private payrolls increased by 105,000 in June after rising 140,000 in May. Overall nonfarm payrolls are estimated to have advanced by 110,000 jobs after gaining 139,000 in May. The unemployment rate is forecast climbing to 4.3% from 4.2% in May. (Reporting by Lucia Mutikani; Editing by Chizu Nomiyama)

Trump threatens Japan with up to 35% tariff ahead of deadline
Trump threatens Japan with up to 35% tariff ahead of deadline

Khaleej Times

time37 minutes ago

  • Khaleej Times

Trump threatens Japan with up to 35% tariff ahead of deadline

US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday a trade deal with Japan was unlikely before the July 9 deadline, threatening to raise tariffs on Japanese imports to 30 or 35 per cent. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump criticised Japan's reluctance to accept imports of US rice, as well as the imbalance in auto trade between the two countries. "I'm not sure we're going to make a deal," Trump said. "I doubt it with Japan, they're very tough." While Trump imposed a sweeping 10 per cent tariff on imports from most trading partners in April, he unveiled — then paused — higher rates on dozens of economies to allow room for negotiations. This pause expires July 9, meaning the elevated rates are due to kick in next week if countries fail to reach agreements with Washington to avert them. To date, only two pacts have been announced. One was a broad framework with Britain and the other a deal to temporarily lower steep tit-for-tat duties with China. Trump said he was going to write a letter to Japan, asking them to "pay a 30 per cent, 35 per cent or whatever the number is that we determine" because of the "big trade deficit" with Tokyo. "It's very unfair to the American people," he said. Japan, a key US ally and its biggest investor, is subject to the same 10 per cent baseline tariffs imposed on most nations plus steeper levies on cars, steel and aluminium. Ryosei Akazawa, Tokyo's trade envoy, told Japanese reporters in Washington last month that some progress had been made during a fifth round of talks with the United States. However, he added: "We've not been able to find a point of agreement yet".

DOWNLOAD THE APP

Get Started Now: Download the App

Ready to dive into a world of global content with local flavor? Download Daily8 app today from your preferred app store and start exploring.
app-storeplay-store