TLDR
- Volatility Shares has submitted a new filing to the U.S. SEC for 3x and 5x leveraged ETFs.
- The proposed ETFs will track cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana.
- These funds will utilize derivatives, including futures, swaps, and options, to achieve leveraged exposure.
- The firm also included major U.S. stocks, such as Tesla and Nvidia, in the filing.
- A total of 27 ETFs were submitted, covering both crypto and equity markets.
- The tentative listing date for these funds is set for December 29, 2025.
Volatility Shares has filed with the U.S. SEC to launch 3x and 5x leveraged ETFs for cryptocurrencies and equities. The filing covers Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and several large-cap stocks like Tesla and Nvidia. These leveraged products aim to deliver amplified daily returns using futures, swaps, and options.
Volatility Shares Proposes 5x Bitcoin ETF
Volatility Shares proposed a 5x leveraged ETF linked to Bitcoin, aiming to multiply its daily performance by five times. This fund would utilize derivatives, such as Bitcoin futures and options, to achieve its leveraged goal. If approved, it will be listed on the CBOE BZX with a tentative effective date of December 29, 2025.
This filing follows the firm’s launch of the 2x Bitcoin Strategy ETF in 2023 and reflects growing institutional interest. According to Bloomberg analyst Eric Balchunas, “No 3x crypto ETF has received SEC approval yet.” The inclusion of a 5x leverage model signals an assertive approach in crypto markets.
The 5x ETF magnifies both gains and losses, aligning with short-term trading objectives rather than long-term holding. Volatility Shares designed this product for traders seeking increased exposure during high market momentum. The company aims to offer tools tailored to volatile crypto movements.
VolShares filed for 5x single stock and crypto ETFs incl COIN, CRCL, GOOG, MSTR, NVDA, PLTR, TSLA, Bitcoin, Ether, Solana, XRP… They haven't even approved 3x and VolShares is like let's try 5x. Maybe an option on long term govt shutdown (if no govt in 75 days they can… https://t.co/rVaYDcn9H0
— Eric Balchunas (@EricBalchunas) October 14, 2025
Ethereum and Solana ETFs Gain Momentum
Volatility Shares also filed for a 5x ETF linked to Ethereum, expanding its lineup of high-risk trading products. The fund targets daily performance using Ethereum futures and synthetic contracts. These instruments amplify market moves while increasing exposure to price swings.
This move demonstrates Volatility Shares’ intention to offer multiple leveraged tools across significant digital assets. The ETF will trade on exchanges pending regulatory clearance, expected no earlier than 2026. The filing responds to the rising price of Ethereum and traders’ interest in advanced exposure.
Expense ratios will likely exceed those of typical spot crypto ETFs due to high fund turnover and derivatives usage. Ethereum’s inclusion reflects its standing as the second-largest digital asset by market capitalization. The firm continues to push for innovation in high-volatility asset classes.
Volatility Shares added Solana to the filing, proposing a 5x leveraged ETF designed for fast-moving traders. This marks a strategic pivot as the company includes altcoins alongside flagship cryptocurrencies. It positions Solana among high-liquidity assets for potential short-term exposure.
The proposed ETF aims to capture five times Solana’s daily movement through swaps and futures. The product emphasizes trading flexibility and seeks to capitalize on Solana’s growing market interest. If approved, it would offer retail and institutional access through a regulated ETF.
