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SEC withdraws request to launch 3x leveraged ETF funds — wi
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Fusion42 · 16 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
The SEC has withdrawn its request to list six 3x leveraged ETF funds including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and commodities, delaying the introduction of high-leverage crypto-based ETFs in the US market. This move affects the potential launch of 3x leveraged Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs that would primarily use CME futures contracts.
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You face a delay in offering 3x leveraged crypto ETFs as SEC pauses approval, forcing your product plans to adapt or find alternate market entries. This regulatory hesitation signals heightened scrutiny around leverage in crypto investment products.
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