Solana Latest Updates: Bitwise's Solana ETF Overtakes Grayscale by Offering Staking and Reduced Fees

The Bitwise

ETF (BSOL) has quickly attracted substantial investor interest, amassing more than $580 million in inflows over three straight weeks since its debut, , who announced the milestone on X. This impressive growth reflects increasing demand from both institutions and individual investors seeking access to the Solana blockchain, which has become a significant force in the crypto sector.

The fund has shown notable strength, with

that has experienced uninterrupted inflows for 14 straight trading sessions, gathering $357.8 million in just its first two weeks. In contrast, Grayscale's Solana ETF (GSOL), which launched a day later, has only seen $24.4 million in inflows during the same timeframe. This gap demonstrates Bitwise's success in attracting early institutional backing, including a $222.9 million seed investment, compared to Grayscale's $102.7 million in initial funding.

Experts credit BSOL's rapid growth to its attractive fee model and unique features. The ETF charges a 0.20% expense ratio, which is well below the industry norm, and incorporates a staking feature that enables investors to earn returns on their Solana assets. "These elements combine traditional asset management with the benefits of on-chain staking, making BSOL an appealing option for both novice and experienced investors," noted one market analyst.

BSOL's momentum has also benefited from favorable market trends. Even with Solana's price fluctuations, the blockchain has captured the attention of Wall Street, with BSOL providing a liquid entry point for institutional funds. At the same time,

the newly introduced Canary XRP ETF, which briefly held the record for highest first-day trading volume.

Bitwise's strategic approach seems to be yielding results. By tapping into the rising popularity of crypto-focused investment products, the company has taken advantage of a market eager for diversified access to high-performing blockchains. As the ETF market continues to develop, BSOL's strong early performance points to a changing landscape in how traditional investors approach digital assets.