VanEck Launches Zero-Fee Solana ETF as Staking Demand Surges

VanEck introduced a new Solana investment product as interest in onchain assets grows across global markets. The product, called the VanEck Solana ETF (VSOL), enters the market amid rising institutional interest in digital asset infrastructure. Besides offering price exposure to SOL, the ETF includes access to staking rewards generated through the Solana network. Zero Fees Aim to Attract Early AUM According to the press release , VanEck will waive VSOL sponsor fees for the first $1 billion in assets until February 17, 2026. The company also confirmed that its third-party staking provider will waive service fees over the same period. Consequently, early allocations will operate with no fund-level cost until the threshold or end date. Moreover, any assets above $1 billion before that cutoff will incur a 0.30% sponsor fee. After February 17, 2026, VSOL will apply the standard 0.30% fee across the entire fund. Kyle DaCruz, Director of Digital Assets Product at VanEck , said the firm is “excited to be launching VSOL” and aims to expand access through “thoughtful, investor-focused products.” His comments signal a strategy centered on cost efficiency and regulatory clarity as competition intensifies within the digital asset ETF landscape. Solana’s Network Strength Supports the ETF Thesis The ETF arrives as Solana continues to rank among the busiest blockchains globally. The network processes tens of millions of daily transactions across DeFi, gaming, NFTs, and tokenized assets. Additionally, its Proof of History system, paired with Proof of Stake consensus, enables low fees and rapid confirmation times. Validators stake SOL to secure the network and earn rewards, which VSOL incorporates into its structure. Hence, the ETF attempts to translate Solana’s technical strengths into a regulated investment format designed for traditional market participants. VanEck Expands Its Digital Asset Lineup VSOL joins a broader family of VanEck digital asset products. The company already offers spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, along with thematic funds like DAPP and NODE. Moreover, VanEck manages more than $5.2 billion in digital asset-related products worldwide. The firm also operates 29 crypto exchange-traded products in Europe, reflecting its long-standing push toward regulated crypto access.