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TRON's Justin Sun Casts Doubt on Ethereum ETF Approval

The sentiment is echoed across the industry, with skepticism rising despite some optimism from major institutions

April 29, 2024 07:06 AM

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TL;DR Justin Sun, the founder of TRON, has voiced concerns over the regulatory hurdles facing a potential spot in Ethereum ETF and expressed skepticism about its approval in the near term. The crypto industry's engagement with regulators has been prolonged, yet progress seems slow.

The Path to a Spot Ethereum ETF Faces Skepticism

Justin Sun, the founder of the TRON Foundation, recently expressed doubts about regulators' approval of a spot Ethereum exchange-traded fund (ETF) in the upcoming month.

His opinion reflects a broader industry sentiment that regulatory understanding of crypto fundamentals still needs to be improved.

"My honest opinion (NFA) is that an Ethereum ETF won't be approved in May. The crypto industry still needs to prepare for long-term education with regulators, focusing on helping them understand crypto. But we've always been here, haven't we?" Sun expressed on X.

Regulatory Challenges in the Crypto Space

Engaging with regulators has been ongoing for the crypto industry, yet many feel the progress could be more satisfactory. This sentiment is not unique to Sun; it is a common theme among crypto enthusiasts and professionals.

Oliver Lynch, CEO of Bittrex Global, emphasized the difficulty in applying traditional financial analysis to crypto, suggesting that a new approach is necessary to effectively understand and regulate these digital assets.

"Where I think you have less successful regulatory regimes is when you try to analyze crypto through the lens of traditional finance."

Industry Skepticism and Optimism

Despite the prevailing skepticism, stemming partly from reported doubts by major institutions about the SEC's engagement, there is a ray of hope. With its impressive track record of approvals, BlackRock's involvement in filing for an ETF has injected some optimism into the conversation.

Furthermore, Grayscale has pointed out that the SEC's previous engagement with issuers during the approval process for spot Bitcoin ETFs could serve as a precedent for Ethereum, suggesting that all might be recovered.

The Waiting Game

As the crypto community waits for the SEC's decisions on VanEck and ARK's filings, expected on May 23 and May 24, the atmosphere is tense. An approval would surprise many and positively impact the market, while a rejection or delay is likely to contribute to the ongoing uncertainty.

Looking Ahead

The situation highlights the crypto industry's ongoing regulatory acceptance and understanding struggle. As the deadline approaches, the industry remains hopeful yet realistic about the challenges ahead, underlining the need for continued dialogue and education between the crypto world and regulatory bodies.

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