Crypto ETF Filings Flood SEC with Avalanche, Sui, and Bonk Products as Issuers Test Limits

Group 1 - A significant number of crypto ETF applications have been submitted to the SEC, including five new filings that cover a range of assets from Avalanche infrastructure to Bonk meme coin [1][2] - The total number of pending crypto ETF applications has exceeded 92, with many facing deadlines in October and November [2] - REX-Osprey's XRP and Dogecoin ETFs are set to launch using the 40 Act structure, which allows for faster market entry [3] Group 2 - Bitcoin ETFs have seen net inflows of $292 million, while Ethereum products experienced outflows of $61.74 million as of September 16 [3] - Analysts believe that infrastructure tokens like Avalanche have the highest chances of SEC approval due to their established market cap and regulatory comfort [5][7] - Memecoins and basis trading products are expected to face more scrutiny from regulators due to concerns over their volatility and liquidity profiles [4][6] Group 3 - The basis trade approach is considered the "first of its kind" and is likely to encounter additional regulatory scrutiny due to its complexity [6] - Bitwise is pursuing institutional-grade exposure to Avalanche, joining other firms like VanEck and Grayscale [5] - The SEC clarified in February that memecoins are not classified as securities, but analysts still view infrastructure coins as more favorable for approval [7]