Americas ETF News for the Past 90 Days
you are currently viewing:Dawning of a New Era in Securities Trading: SEC Greenlights DTC's Securities Tokenization Pilot ProgramJanuary 6, 2026-On December 11, 2025, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC”) issued no-action relief1(the "DTC Letter") to The Depository Trust Company ("DTC") permitting for three years the operation of a pilot version (the "Pilot Program") of DTC's securities tokenization program (the "DTCC2 Tokenization Services"). This development marks an early step toward fulfilling SEC Chair Paul Atkins's vision of a new era in which tokenization becomes the foundation of financial infrastructure whereby any security that can be tokenized ultimately will be tokenized.3 DTC Pilot Program General The DTC Letter states that DTC can provide DTC participants and their customers the ability to elect to have their security entitlements recorded using distributed ledger technology ("Tokenized Entitlements") as opposed to solely through a centralized book-entry ledger (the "Book-Entry Ledger"). In order to hold securities entitlements in tokenized form, a DTC participant4 ("Participant") must register one or more digital wallets (each, a "Registered Wallet") with DTC. DTC will then perform screening to ensure compliance with applicable laws, including anti-money laundering laws. Source: Seward & Kissel |
SS&C ALPS Advisors Launches Actively Managed ETF Targeting SMR, Nuclear and Technology Opportunities
February 19, 2026--SS&C ALPS Advisors, a wholly-owned subsidiary of SS&C Technologies Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: SSNC), has launched the ALPS Nautilus SMR, Nuclear & Technology ETF (NYSE Arca: SMRF) (the "Fund").
SMRF provides targeted exposure to the nuclear and small modular reactor (SMR) value chain, complemented by a curated artificial intelligence and technology sleeve (explicitly capped at 25%).
ProShares Launches IQMM, the First Money Market ETF for the GENIUS Act
February 19, 2026--A conservative money market ETF investing in short-term U.S. Treasuries.
ProShares, a premier provider of exchange-traded funds (ETFs), today announced the launch of the ProShares GENIUS Money Market ETF (IQMM), the first money market ETF to meet the stringent requirements of the GENIUS Act, making it eligible for investment for stablecoin reserves.
Leverage Shares by Themes Expands 2X Single-Stock ETF Lineup with Targeted Exposure to American Express and Freeport
February 19, 2026--LLeverage Shares by Themes is pleased to announce the launch of two new 2X single-stock leveraged ETFs, available for trading beginning February 19, 2026. Built for active traders seeking dynamic ways to engage with potentially high-growth innovators, these products are designed with the goal of helping investors amplify returns (up & down) while actively participating in the daily performance of American Express and Freeport-McMoRan
Approval of FIS Bright Portfolios Focused Equity ETF Reorganization
February 19, 2026--FIS Bright Portfolios Focused Equity ETF (NYSE: BRIF) ("BRIF" or the "Fund") reconvened a special meeting of shareholders earlier today (the "Special Meeting"). At the Special Meeting, the Fund's shareholders were asked to approve an Agreement and Plan of Reorganization pursuant to which BRIF will be reorganized into FIS Trust, as approved by BRIF's Board of Trustees.
Streamex Announces Official Launch Date of GLDY, a Yield Bearing Gold-Backed Tokenized Security
February 19, 2026--GLDY will launch February 25, 2026, introducing an institutional-grade yield generating gold backed asset
Streamex Corp. ("Streamex") (NASDAQ: STEX), a commodity focused real-world asset tokenization company, today announced the official launch date of GLDY, a gold-backed, tokenized security designed to provide exposure to physical gold while generating yield. GLDY is scheduled to launch on February 25, 2026.
Westwood Enhanced Income SeriesTM ETF Platform Surpasses $250 Million in Assets
February 19, 2026--Westwood Holdings Group (NYSE: WHG), a leading boutique asset manager, today announced the Westwood Enhanced Income SeriesTM ETFs, a key component of Westwood’s growing ETF platform, has surpassed $250 million in assets under management (AUM).
Global X Launches Two New Options-Based ETFs Targeting Weekly Distributions
February 18, 2026--Income Edge ETFs seek to write call options to generate attractive yet sustainable distribution rates while maintaining a degree of upside market participation
Global X Management Company LLC ("Global X"), the New York-based provider of exchange-traded funds (ETFs), today announced the launch of the Global X Nasdaq-(R)Income EdgeSM ETF (EDGQ) and the Global X U.S. 500 Income EdgeSM ETF (EDGX).
Roundhill Launches S&P 500(R) Target 10 Managed Distribution ETF (TPAY)
February 18, 2026--TPAY offers targeted exposure to the return of the S&P 500(R) Index while making monthly distribution payments equal to an annualized rate of ten percent (10%).
Roundhill Investments, an ETF sponsor focused on innovative financial products, is pleased to announce today's launch of the Roundhill S&P 500(R) Target 10 Managed Distribution ETF TPAY (Cboe BZX: TPAY).
Tradr to Launch Leveraged ETFs on CLSK, COHR and LEU
February 18, 2026--All three strategies represent first-to-market exposures on growth names
Tradr ETFs, a provider of ETFs designed for sophisticated investors and professional traders, announced that it expects to launch three first-to-market single stock leveraged ETFs on Thursday, February 19.
Ultumus and 28Stone Partner to Launch Atlas: a Next-Generation ETF and Index Data Platform to Evolve with Client Needs
February 18, 2026--Ultumus, a leading provider of ETF and index data, calculations, and workflow solutions, has partnered with 28Stone Consulting (28Stone), provider of technology and software consulting services to the financial services industry, to launch Atlas, a next-generation platform for comprehensive index data coverage.
