In a bold move that could reshape the future of mainstream crypto investing, Nasdaq has officially included XRP, Solana (SOL), Cardano (ADA), and Stellar (XLM) in a new crypto benchmark index, according to a June 7 SEC filing.
The move is widely seen as a precursor to a diversified crypto ETF, one that goes beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum—opening the floodgates to institutional and retail exposure across multiple blockchains.
🧠 What This Means for Crypto Investors
🔹 XRP, SOL, ADA, and XLM Are Now in Nasdaq’s Sights
- These four altcoins are now part of Nasdaq’s “Crypto Index – Core Top 10” proposal
- The SEC filing confirms Nasdaq is seeking approval to benchmark funds against a broader crypto market
- Inclusion aligns with rising speculation over multi-asset crypto ETFs in 2025
🔹 Legitimacy and Visibility Surge
- Nasdaq’s recognition signals maturing status for these altcoins in traditional finance
- ETFs based on this index could…
