If approved, this ETF would give traditional investors exposure to Binance Coin (BNB). It is the native asset of the Binance Smart Chain.
This BNB ETF would also enable the trust to stake its holdings and generate additional income. It’s a first-of-its-kind move in the U.S. ETF space, combining passive exposure with the earning potential of on-chain participation.
VanEck’s BNB ETF Bridges Traditional Finance and Crypto
ETFs have long been a favorite among institutional and retail investors for their ease of access and tax efficiency. Bringing BNB into that structure could open the door to a broader base of investors while giving VanEck a head start in staking-integrated ETFs, a model not yet approved for other digital assets like Bitcoin or Ethereum in the U.S.
What sets this ETF apart is the ability to put its BNB holdings to work. According to VanEck’s filing, the trust may use “some or all” of its BNB for staking—an on-chain process where token holders support blockchain operations in return for rewards. For BNB, staking can yield returns of 3%–6% annually, depending on network conditions.
US asset management giant VanEck submitted the S-1 document of BNB ETF to the US SEC. After approval, any part of the BNB in the trust can be used to earn staking rewards, earn additional BNB or other income. https://t.co/zhudwCbfbr
— Wu Blockchain (@WuBlockchain) May 5, 2025
The idea follows a growing global trend. In Europe, some crypto ETFs have begun experimenting with staking mechanisms, and jurisdictions like Switzerland and Hong Kong are becoming friendlier to such structures. VanEck’s move signals that the U.S. market may not be far behind.
More About Other Crypto ETFs
Bitwise has filed an S-1 registration statement with the U.S. SEC to launch a spot NEAR ETF, marking the first such application in the United States.
NEW: @BitwiseInvest files for a NEAR ETF. pic.twitter.com/tsOChPyXPA
— James Seyffart (@JSeyff) May 6, 2025
This proposed exchange-traded fund aims to provide investors with direct exposure to NEAR, the native token of the NEAR Protocol—a Layer 1 blockchain known for its scalability and developer-friendly features. If approved, the ETF would track the value of NEAR held by the trust, net of operating expenses and liabilities.
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