Have you heard the buzz about a "Cambrian explosion" in crypto ETFs? It all kicked off with a recent tweet from Jito Labs on Solana, highlighting a talk by Thomas Uhm at the Solana Oriental event. If you're into blockchain and meme tokens, this could be a game-changer. Let's break it down step by step.

Jito, known for its liquid staking pool on Solana that lets users earn MEV rewards, posted a thread on X (formerly Twitter) about this exciting development. The main post features a clip from Uhm's presentation, where he predicts a massive influx of new crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) thanks to a key SEC decision. Check out the original thread here.

In the video, Uhm points to eye-popping stats on existing crypto ETFs. For instance, BlackRock's IBIT is the fastest-growing ETF ever, ranking as their 7th largest fund and 3rd highest in fee generation. Meanwhile, ETHA hit $10 billion in assets under management (AUM) faster than almost any other ETF in history. He also notes 92 live filings as of late August 2025, signaling a flood of new products on the horizon.

But what's fueling this explosion? It boils down to the SEC's approval of "generic listing standards" for commodity-based trust shares, which include digital assets like cryptocurrencies. Approved just last week (as of the talk), these standards let exchanges list new ETFs without jumping through individual approval hoops each time. Think of it as a fast-track lane for crypto products—bypassing lengthy SEC reviews while still maintaining investor protections.

For the full scoop on the SEC's move, head to their official press release. It covers how this applies to spot commodities, including digital ones, and even nods to products like the Grayscale Digital Large Cap Fund, which tracks a basket of top cryptos via the CoinDesk 5 Index.

Uhm describes this as opening the door not just to single-asset ETFs (like pure Bitcoin or Ethereum funds) but also to index products. These could bundle multiple assets, unlocking fresh trading strategies for investors. Imagine ETFs that mix in Solana-based tokens or even thematic funds around DeFi or NFTs—strategies that were harder to launch before.

Now, tying this back to the meme token world: Solana has been a hotbed for memes, with projects like Pump.fun making it easy to launch and trade viral tokens. Jito itself enhances Solana's ecosystem by boosting staking rewards through maximum extractable value (MEV). With easier ETF listings, we might see funds that include Solana or its top memes, bringing institutional money into the mix. This could mean more liquidity, stability, and exposure for meme tokens, helping them evolve from pump-and-dump plays to more structured investments.

Of course, it's early days, and not every meme will make the cut—ETFs typically favor established assets. But for Solana practitioners, this SEC green light is bullish. It could accelerate adoption, draw in traditional finance players, and supercharge innovation in the blockchain space.

If you missed the full Solana Oriental livestream hosted by Fragmetric, you can catch it here. Thomas Uhm's insights are a must-watch for anyone tracking crypto's mainstream push.

Stay tuned to Meme Insider for more updates on how regulatory shifts like this are shaping the meme token landscape. What's your take—will we see a Solana meme ETF soon? Drop your thoughts in the comments!