Cardano News Today: Institutional Influx via SEC ETFs Positions ADA for $1.20 Surge

Cardano (ADA) is positioned for a potential price surge to $1.20, driven by regulatory developments and institutional adoption expectations as the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) prepares to rule on multiple altcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) applications in October 2025October Final: Altcoin ETFs will welcome the SEC's final ruling^[1]. The SEC's decision on Grayscale's Cardano Trust conversion and other ADA-related ETFs could unlock significant institutional capital, mirroring the influx seen after Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF approvals. Polymarket data indicates a 93% probability of ADA's ETF approval, reflecting growing confidence in regulatory clarityAltcoin ETFs; XRP, SOL, DOGE, ADA, LTC in US …^[2].

The SEC's new universal listing standards, effective October 2025, streamline the approval process for crypto ETFs, requiring assets to be listed on major exchanges like Coinbase for at least six monthsOctober Final: Altcoin ETFs will welcome the SEC's final ruling^[1]. These rules, combined with the SEC's withdrawal of delay notices, have accelerated reviews for tokens like ADA, SOL, and XRP. Litecoin's approval as a first-mover and Solana's near-certain approval (80% probability) are seen as bellwethers for the broader altcoin ETF landscapeOctober Final: Altcoin ETFs will welcome the SEC's final ruling^[1].

Institutional interest in Cardano is bolstered by its technical maturity and non-security classification, which simplifies regulatory compliance. Charlie Lee, Litecoin's founder, emphasized ADA's eligibility under the SEC's common listing criteria, citing its established market depth and liquidityOctober Final: Altcoin ETFs will welcome the SEC's final ruling^[1]. Current ADA price action, trading near $0.79, suggests a potential breakout above $0.83 resistance, with analysts targeting $1 as a key milestone if bullish momentum persistsAltcoin ETFs Revolutionize Crypto: How $27.6B Institutional …^[4].

Market analysts highlight the structural shift toward multi-crypto ETFs, where institutional investors prefer diversified exposure over single-token productsOctober Final: Altcoin ETFs will welcome the SEC's final ruling^[1]. However, successful ADA ETF approval could still catalyze price appreciation by legitimizing Cardano as a regulated investment vehicle. The SEC's October rulings are expected to determine whether altcoins can replicate the institutional inflows that propelled Bitcoin and Ethereum, with ADA's 93% approval odds on Polymarket underscoring its leading positionAltcoin ETFs; XRP, SOL, DOGE, ADA, LTC in US …^[2].

The broader crypto ecosystem is preparing for ETF-driven growth, with infrastructure upgrades and custody solutions already in place. If approved, ADA ETFs could attract billions in inflows, similar to Bitcoin's $37 billion institutional adoption post-ETF launch. This influx may stabilize ADA's price volatility and integrate it into mainstream portfolio strategies, aligning with the SEC's push for merit-neutral regulatory frameworks.