2 October 2025
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Thailand SEC to Expand Crypto ETFs, Approves Ethereum ETF
- Thailand's Securities and Exchange Commission will expand crypto exchange-traded funds beyond Bitcoin.
- The SEC is drafting rules to allow ETFs for other cryptocurrencies, with Ethereum already approved through the MFC Ethereum ETF Tracker Fund.
SEC Studies Multi-Crypto ETF Rules
- SEC Secretary-General Pornanong Budsaratragoon mentioned consideration of multi-crypto products including assets like Solana.
- This is part of a strategy to diversify investment offerings and align with global ETF standards.
First Ethereum ETF in Thailand
- Thailand approved its first Ethereum ETF in September 2025, becoming one of the first Asian regions outside Hong Kong to allow regulated ETH exposure for retail investors.
Impact on Thai Crypto Market
- Expected ETF growth may boost liquidity and encourage more institutional participation in Thailand's crypto market.
- Binance executives highlight Thailand's emerging role as a regional crypto hub, with expanded ETF offerings enhancing market engagement.