SEC Tells Issuers to Pull 19b-4s; ETFs Could Be Approved ‘Absurdly Fast’

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has instructed issuers to withdraw their applications under Rule 19b-4. This development suggests that exchange-traded funds (ETFs) may receive approval at an unexpectedly rapid pace, raising questions about the regulatory landscape for these financial instruments. The recent guidance from the SEC highlights a shift in the agency's approach to ETF approvals, indicating a potential acceleration in the timeframe for such decisions. source: https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2025/09/29/sec-tells-issuers-to-pull-19b-4s-etfs-could-be-approved-absurdly-fast