Chainlink ETF Speculation Rises Following DTCC Reference Listing

Chainlink has appeared on a Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation reference list, fueling speculation about a potential exchange-traded fund for the token. The DTCC listing signals operational infrastructure preparation but does not represent regulatory approval, following a pattern seen with Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs. Two sequential SEC approvals—exchange Rule 19b-4 authorization and issuer Form S-1 effectiveness—are required before any ETF can begin trading.