Grayscale has taken another step toward launching a spot Avalanche ETF, filing an updated S-1 registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The amendment signals continued engagement with regulators and keeps the product on track for a potential Nasdaq listing, adding momentum to a market already primed for crypto-linked exchange-traded funds.
The filing arrives as AVAX, Avalanche’s native token, has risen more than 9% over the past week, reflecting investor optimism that regulatory approval could broaden institutional access to the asset.
Grayscale Advances Avalanche ETF Filing
According to the latest SEC documents, Grayscale submitted a second amendment to its S-1 as part of plans to convert its Avalanche Trust into a spot ETF. While the filing does not disclose a management fee, staking fee, or any temporary waivers, it introduces a series of technical updates that typically follow SEC feedback during the review process.
The revisions focus on operational and disclosure-related details rather than economics, suggesting the application is moving through standard regulatory scrutiny. Grayscale also confirmed Grayscale Investments Sponsors LLC as the sole sponsor of the trust, clarifying governance as the structure shifts toward an ETF format.
If approved, the fund would trade on Nasdaq under the ticker “GAVX.” Currently, shares of the Avalanche Trust are available on OTC Markets under the symbol AVAXFUN, limiting access primarily to certain U.S. investors.
Competition Heats Up in Avalanche ETFs
Grayscale’s filing comes amid growing competition in the Avalanche ETF space. Last week, VanEck disclosed key details for its own proposed product, including a 0.30% management fee and staking arrangements through Coinbase Crypto Services.
These parallel filings highlight accelerating interest among asset managers in Layer-1 blockchain exposure beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum. Avalanche, known for its high-throughput smart contract platform, has attracted attention for applications spanning decentralized finance, gaming, and enterprise blockchain solutions.
Key differences emerging among issuers include:
- Disclosure of management and staking fees
- Choice of custodians and staking providers
- ETF structure and creation/redemption mechanics
AVAX Price Softens as Volumes Decline
Despite the broader enthusiasm, AVAX prices slipped 2.5% over the past 24 hours, trading near $12.08 after a sharp rally earlier in the week. Daily trading ranges narrowed between $11.88 and $12.34, while volumes fell nearly 18%, signaling cautious positioning.
Derivatives data also points to cooling momentum. According to CoinGlass, total AVAX futures open interest declined to roughly $489 million, with notable reductions across major exchanges including Binance, OKX, and Bybit.
The price action follows meetings between the SEC’s Crypto Task Force and industry groups such as Ava Labs and the Blockchain Association, after which multiple ETF issuers updated filings. For now, the market appears to be consolidating, balancing regulatory progress against softer short-term demand.
