More than 100 crypto exchange-traded products are expected to launch in 2026 due to new guidance from the US securities regulator, speeding up processing times for new funds. This prediction comes from Bitwise researcher Ryan Rasmussen, who sees a variety of crypto ETPs, including altcoin tracking, on the horizon.

The recent release of generic listing standards by the SEC has eliminated the need for individual approvals for certain crypto ETPs, paving the way for an influx of new products. Market participants are optimistic about the impact of additional crypto ETPs, especially those focusing on altcoins.

Analysts from Bitfinex believe that an outsized rally for altcoins may not occur until ETFs offering exposure beyond the major cryptocurrencies are approved. Despite the Winklevoss twins filing for a Bitcoin ETF 15 years ago, there are still relatively few crypto ETPs available today, limiting investor choices.

The number of crypto ETPs has surpassed 300, indicating a growing market for these products. The recent surge in ETP offerings is expected to continue as a result of the SEC’s new guidelines, which have been praised by industry experts for streamlining the approval process and expanding investment opportunities.

Bloomberg ETF analyst James Seyffart views the SEC’s policy change as a positive step towards a wave of new spot crypto ETP launches. This sentiment is echoed by Seoyoung Kim, a finance professor, who believes the new rules will benefit lesser-known digital assets seeking ETF approval, potentially reducing approval times from years to months.

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