SECLicensingMay 29, 2026

SEC Extends Review Period for T. Rowe Price Active Crypto ETF Listing

The SEC has designated a longer review period before deciding whether to approve or disapprove NYSE Arca's proposal to list and trade shares of the T. Rowe Price Active Crypto ETF. This signals continued regulatory scrutiny of actively managed crypto exchange-traded products. Compliance officers at broker-dealers, custodians, and exchanges should monitor the outcome, as approval would expand the universe of regulated crypto investment products available to retail investors.

What to do

Track the SEC's extended review docket for this filing and assess whether your firm's product offerings, custody arrangements, or distribution agreements would need to be updated if the ETF is ultimately approved.

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