Emre Yumlu 
Interest in spot cryptocurrency ETFs continues to grow, and following the introduction of Bitcoin and Ethereum products, attention is shifting toward major altcoins. Analysts widely expect the next wave of spot ETFs to feature assets such as XRP and Dogecoin (DOGE), both of which have significant market demand. In this context, a notable development has emerged for Dogecoin investors.
A Strategic Filing from Bitwise Speeds Up the Process
According to Bloomberg senior ETF analyst Eric Balchunas, Bitwise has taken an important procedural step regarding its Dogecoin spot ETF. The firm has submitted a Form 8(a), a regulatory filing used in U.S. securities markets that enables an ETF to become effective automatically if the SEC does not object or delay the process within a specific timeframe.
Typically, spot ETF applications undergo lengthy review periods. However, the 8(a) mechanism can significantly reduce the waiting time, allowing the product to move to market much faster. Balchunas noted that this filing indicates Bitwise may be preparing for a quicker-than-expected launch.
A Potential Launch Window of 20 Days
Balchunas stated that the Dogecoin spot ETF could begin trading in roughly 20 days, provided that the SEC does not intervene. Under the 8(a) procedure, if the agency refrains from issuing a delay or explicit objection within this period, the ETF automatically becomes effective and can debut on exchanges.
The analyst emphasized that Bitwise appears to be aiming for this accelerated timeline, although the final outcome depends entirely on whether the SEC chooses to take action before the deadline.
Could This Mark a New Chapter for Dogecoin?
A spot ETF is widely seen as a gateway for broader institutional participation. For Dogecoin, such a product could enhance liquidity, improve market accessibility, and potentially expand the asset’s presence within traditional financial frameworks. Industry observers believe that a Dogecoin ETF would represent a meaningful step forward, especially as altcoin-focused investment vehicles gain traction.
Bitwise’s filing stands as one of the most concrete developments for DOGE to date. If the process continues without setbacks, Dogecoin could soon see its first spot ETF introduced to the U.S. market—an event that may shape the next phase of the asset’s evolution.
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