VanEck Lists First AVAX ETF on Nasdaq

VanEck launches the VanEck Avalanche ETF, VAVX, on Nasdaq today, marking the first U.S.-listed spot ETF providing exposure to AVAX with potential staking rewards.

The introduction of VAVX signifies a step towards wider institutional blockchain adoption, influenced by VanEck’s fee waiver on initial $500 million in assets under management.

VanEck’s Introduction of VAVX

VanEck has introduced VAVX to provide investors with spot exposure to AVAX, holding and staking a portion of AVAX for potential rewards. Kyle DaCruz of VanEck emphasized Avalanche’s role in bridging traditional finance with blockchain innovation. The ETF structure allows investors access to staking rewards after deducting necessary fees, potentially widening AVAX’s appeal among mainstream investors. Market observers noted that VanEck’s decision to waive fees on the first $500 million in assets could boost initial inflows. Nasdaq’s listing without regulatory remarks underscores the asset’s rapid institutional acceptance, yet official comments from Avalanche leadership remain absent. Kyle DaCruz remarked on Avalanche’s architecture, stressing its potential for driving blockchain adoption.

The Coincu research team suggests VAVX’s introduction could also affect AVAX’s liquidity and price volatility amid heightened market interest. Historical trends from VanEck’s previous ETF launches indicate possible upticks in trading and investment, although broader regulatory and technological developments in blockchain will also play vital roles in shaping outcomes.

“Avalanche’s architecture is uniquely positioned to bridge the gap between traditional finance and the on-chain economy, focusing on verifiable, real-world utility.” – Kyle DaCruz, Director, Digital Assets Product, VanEck

Avalanche’s Market Dynamics and Potential Impact of VAVX ETF

Did you know? Avalanche launched in 2020, has since become a competitor to Ethereum, focusing on verifiable utility. VanEck’s choice to spotlight it reflects its growing recognition in the institutional finance space.

CoinMarketCap reports Avalanche’s current price as $11.70 with a market cap of $5.05 billion, representing a 0.17% market dominance. Recent trading volumes reached $347.41 million, increasing by 71.88%. The circulating supply is at 431.28 million out of a max supply of 715.75 million, noted as of January 26, 2026.

The Coincu research team suggests VAVX’s introduction could also affect AVAX’s liquidity and price volatility amid heightened market interest. Historical trends from VanEck’s previous ETF launches indicate possible upticks in trading and investment, although broader regulatory and technological developments in blockchain will also play vital roles in shaping outcomes.