Grayscale launches XRP (GXRP) and DOGE (GDOG) ETF: A new era for alts begins

A new chapter for crypto ETF

Against the backdrop of gradually maturing cryptocurrency asset regulation in the United States, Grayscale is once again pushing the boundaries of the market, formally bringing XRP and DOGE into regulated spot ETF products. Previously, only mainstream assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum could enter the traditional market in this way, but now, alts have also gained equal financial access as mainstream assets.

This represents an important step towards the deep integration of crypto assets with traditional finance, and it is the first time institutional investors can fully comply while gaining exposure to XRP and DOGE on the exchange—without custody and without a crypto wallet.

Why did Grayscale choose XRP and DOGE

Grayscale has always been known for its wide range of crypto products, but the two ETFs launched this time are particularly in the spotlight, mainly for the following reasons:

1. The market size is large and liquidity is strong.

XRP has long been among the top ten cryptocurrencies globally, with its applications in payments, cross-border settlements, and other scenarios leading to stable institutional attention. While DOGE is positioned as a meme coin, it boasts a large user base and extremely high trading activity worldwide.

2. The ETF structure can amplify investor demand.

Two ETFs adopt a spot holding model, meaning the funds directly hold XRP and DOGE, which gives the products themselves a high level of transparency and benefits institutions and retail investors to participate through traditional brokers.

3. The market is entering the "multi-asset ETF era"

After multiple Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs were approved, the US market has clearly moved towards a broader ETFization of crypto assets, with XRP and DOGE becoming representative varieties of this trend.

Market performance and investor reaction on the day of listing

Although the listing of an ETF is generally considered good news, the market's immediate response is still influenced by multiple factors.

XRP: Price under short-term pressure

On the day of the ETF listing, XRP experienced a slight pullback, dropping from around $2.13 to $2.08. Under strong technical pressure, investors are more inclined to wait for the ETF to bring in actual capital inflows rather than jumping the gun.

Analysis points out that XRP around 2.03 USD remains a key support level. Once ETF trading volume stabilizes and grows, the price has a chance to strengthen again.

DOGE: The volatility driven by sentiment still exists.

DOGE, as a meme asset with strong community characteristics, is more easily influenced by emotional fluctuations in price. With the launch of the GDOG ETF, the market's short-term trading enthusiasm has increased, but the long-term trend still requires observation of the actual capital inflow from institutions.

The long-term impact of Grayscale ETF on the cryptocurrency market landscape.

The launch of the XRP and DOGE ETF is not only a listing of underlying technical assets but may also lead to structural changes in the crypto market:

1. The era of institutionalization of alts has arrived.

Previously, institutional investment was mainly concentrated on BTC and ETH, but now more traditional funds have the opportunity to gain exposure to alts through ETFs, laying the foundation for future multi-asset allocation.

2. The crypto market will be driven by more traditional financial capital.

ETF, as a bridge connecting the traditional brokerage market, can attract investors such as retirement funds, wealth management institutions, and family offices that previously could not access crypto assets.

3. Or promote more crypto projects towards ETFization.

The market has begun to anticipate that other high market cap crypto assets (such as SOL, LINK, ADA, etc.) will enter the next wave of ETF applications.

Investment suggestions and future observation focuses

If you are considering investing in GXRP or GDOG ETF, you can focus on the following directions:

1. The initial daily trading volume of ETF

The larger the trading volume, the higher the market acceptance, providing stronger support for the long-term prices of XRP and DOGE.

2. Changes in Institutional Holdings

The position reports to be disclosed in the coming weeks will become an important signal for observing market tendencies.

3. Overall sentiment in the cryptocurrency market

The trend of altcoins is often closely related to the direction of Bitcoin. If BTC remains strong, the attractiveness of altcoin ETFs will further increase.

4. Regulatory Dynamics

The attitude of the US SEC towards crypto ETFs is still changing, and any policy direction may affect fund performance.