CME Group plans to launch Solana futures on March 17, 2025, pending regulatory approval, expanding institutional access to crypto derivatives.Solana futures may pave the way for an ETF, as similar developments in Bitcoin and Ethereum led to regulatory acceptance of spot ETFs.The CME Group will offer Solana futures in two sizes, providing flexible exposure to SOL's price without direct ownership of the asset.CME Group is also planning to launch XRP futures on the same date, highlighting the growing recognition and institutionalization of cryptocurrencies.