# VanEck Files for BNB ETF in U.S.

*Author: Bankless*
*Published: May 5, 2025*
*Source: https://www.bankless.com/fr/read/vaneck-files-for-bnb-etf-in-u-s*

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VanEck becomes the first asset manager to file for a BNB ETF in the U.S., marking a pivotal moment for the token’s mainstream accessibility.

## **What’s the Scoop?**
- **First BNB ETF Filing**: VanEck becomes the first asset manager to file for a BNB ETF in the United States, targeting the fourth-largest non-stablecoin cryptocurrency by market cap.
- **BNB Use Cases**: BNB, the native token of BNB Chain, offers trading fee discounts on Binance and is used for travel bookings and merchant payments via the Binance Card.
- **Regulatory Challenges**: VanEck’s application joins a crowded field of over 70 ETF filings awaiting SEC review, highlighting continued interest in mainstream crypto adoption.