XRP News Today: SEC’s Rapid Approval of Crypto ETFs Ignites Discussion: Progress or Potential Danger?

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has introduced updated guidelines that speed up the approval timeline for crypto exchange-traded funds, marking a regulatory change that could spark a surge of new digital asset offerings. Announced as the agency works through a backlog of more than 900 registration statements following the government shutdown,

by eliminating delaying amendments, so applications can become effective automatically after 20 days. Experts believe this will hasten the launch of pending crypto ETFs, such as Bitwise’s fund, which is now viewed as .

This guidance is part of the SEC’s larger “Project Crypto” effort, which

. Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas, a regular commentator on industry developments, described the update as a “potential catalyst” for issuers previously stalled in regulatory uncertainty . He pointed to Canary Capital’s as a pioneer—the first spot XRP ETF launched under the 1933 Act structure. XRPC made its debut on November 14, 2025, with a record-setting $59.1 million in trading volume, and becoming the year’s most successful ETF launch.

The SEC’s revised process has

, which could be approved soon. The company’s filings comply with the new requirements, allowing it to . This comes as the crypto sector faces a broader downturn, with XRP and prices dropping amid increased volatility . Nevertheless, on its first day, highlighting strong demand for regulated crypto investment vehicles.

This regulatory clarity also prompts questions about the prospects for other altcoin ETFs.

similar tactics to benefit from the streamlined process. At the same time, — instead of prioritizing by amendment complexity — has brought more predictability for market players.

Still, some critics warn that the faster approval process could heighten market risks.

, as ether ETFs saw over $1.4 billion in net outflows and long-term investors increased their selling. Supporters, however, say the new guidance shows a more mature regulatory environment that seeks to balance innovation with investor safety.

As the SEC continues to adapt its crypto regulations, the coming weeks will reveal whether the quicker approvals can uphold investor trust during market instability. For now,

has established a new standard for speed and scale in the digital asset industry.