Group 1: Core Insights - Fidelity Investments has launched a new Solana exchange-traded fund (ETF) under the ticker FSOL, which includes staking rewards, positioning it as one of the few U.S.-listed funds offering yield from a proof-of-stake cryptocurrency [2][4] - The introduction of Fidelity's Solana ETF comes amid increasing competition, with other firms like Bitwise and Grayscale also launching their own Solana ETFs recently [2][3] - Fidelity will waive management and staking fees until May 18, 2026, after which the ETF will have a 25-basis-point expense ratio and a 15% staking fee [4] Group 2: Market Context - The launch of Fidelity's Solana ETF is seen as a sign of accelerating institutional interest in Solana exposure, as noted by Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas [3] - Other firms, such as VanEck, have also entered the Solana ETF market, indicating a growing segment within digital asset investment products [4] - Notably, BlackRock has not yet entered the Solana ETF market, despite its leadership in Bitcoin and Ethereum assets under management [5]