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US SEC gives green light for options listing for spot bitcoin ETFs to NYSE

Economic Times

Economic Times · 10m ago

US SEC gives green light for options listing for spot bitcoin ETFs to NYSE

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has given accelerated approval to 11 exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to trade options linked to bitcoin prices on the New York Stock Exchange. This move follows the SEC's previous approval in January of bitcoin ETFs to track the cryptocurrency. Notable funds receiving approval include the Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund, ARK21Shares Bitcoin ETF, and the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust BTC. The introduction of index options offers institutional investors and traders an alternative way to hedge their exposure to bitcoin. Options provide holders the right to buy or sell an asset at a predetermined price by a specific date.

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Global crypto platform Mudrex launches US bitcoin ETFs for Indian investors

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Global crypto platform Mudrex launches US bitcoin ETFs for Indian investors

Y Combinator-backed crypto investment platform Mudrex has launched its US bitcoin Spot ETFs in India. The platform allows both institutional and retail investors to invest in Bitcoin spot ETFs with a minimum of $5,000 and a maximum of $250,000. Users can choose between individual spot ETFs, create personalized baskets, or opt for pre-listed options based on market capitalization. Mudrex initially listed four spot ETFs: BlackRock, Fidelity, Franklin Templeton, and Vanguard. The move comes after the US Securities and Exchange Commission approved the first-ever US-listed ETFs that track the price of bitcoin.

BlackRock, VanEck among asset managers that submitted updated filings for spot bitcoin ETF

Reuters · 1y ago

BlackRock, VanEck among asset managers that submitted updated filings for spot bitcoin ETF

Asset management firms such as BlackRock, VanEck, and Invesco have updated their filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in hopes of launching exchange-traded funds (ETFs) tied to the spot price of Bitcoin. The SEC may notify issuers as early as next week if they have been approved to launch their Bitcoin ETFs, with an anticipated launch date of January 10. These filings outline the arrangements each company has made with market makers to ensure efficient trading. Currently, there are 14 asset managers seeking SEC approval for spot Bitcoin ETFs.

Why Stamping Out Crypto Bros Could Help Bitcoin

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Why Stamping Out Crypto Bros Could Help Bitcoin

Regulatory crackdowns in the crypto world, such as the recent case involving Binance, may actually revive investor optimism and benefit Bitcoin. Traders speculate that the SEC is more likely to approve US exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that own Bitcoins on a spot basis. Asset managers, including BlackRock and Fidelity, have filed requests to launch spot Bitcoin ETFs, which could attract more investors. While the crackdown might limit unsupervised innovation, it could lead to compliant exchanges and ease concerns about price manipulation, potentially paving the way for the approval of spot ETFs.

Bitcoin ETFs Are Off to a Roaring Start. Are Other Crypto Funds Next?

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Bitcoin ETFs Are Off to a Roaring Start. Are Other Crypto Funds Next?

Several Wall Street firms, including BlackRock and Fidelity Investments, have filed applications to launch the first US-listed exchange-traded funds (ETFs) holding ether, the second-largest cryptocurrency. A spot ether ETF, if approved by the Securities and Exchange Commission, could open the floodgates for ETFs backed by more speculative crypto assets. However, critics have expressed concerns over the volatility and potential price manipulation associated with these assets. The SEC has until May to approve or reject the first application for a spot ether ETF, with analysts suggesting approval is possible given the recent approval of spot bitcoin ETFs.

US SEC approves exchange applications to list spot ether ETFs

Money Control

Money Control · 1y ago

US SEC approves exchange applications to list spot ether ETFs

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved applications from Nasdaq, CBOE, and NYSE to list exchange-traded funds (ETFs) tied to the price of Ethereum (ETH), the second-largest cryptocurrency. Following the approval of bitcoin ETFs in January, this move is seen as a significant win for the cryptocurrency industry. Nine issuers, including VanEck, ARK Investments/21Shares, and BlackRock, are now hoping to launch ETFs linked to Ethereum. The SEC's approval comes as the cryptocurrency industry continues to make strides into mainstream finance, with recent regulatory advancements in both the US and the UK.

Why crypto idealogues won’t touch bitcoin ETFs

Wired · 1y ago

Why crypto idealogues won’t touch bitcoin ETFs

Bitcoin investors are celebrating the approval of spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) by US regulators. The new ETFs will allow people to invest in bitcoin through a brokerage, albeit issued by major financial institutions. However, this approach contradicts the decentralized vision of bitcoin outlined in its white paper. The ETFs are seen as a compromise to attract institutional investors and make it easier for the general public to invest in cryptocurrency. The arrival of spot bitcoin ETFs is expected to bifurcate the asset, with one form for investment and another held by the ideological bitcoin community.

Bitcoin price drops to around $42,000 after spot ETF trading begins

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Bitcoin price drops to around $42,000 after spot ETF trading begins

The price of Bitcoin dropped to around $42,000, down almost 10%, as spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) began trading in the US. Bitcoin had reached a high of $46,000 last week and surged to a two-year high of $49,000. However, the recent dynamics have not met the expectations set by Bitcoin maximalists, and the market's ability to sustain upward momentum is in question. The approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs in the US is seen as a sign of a maturing market and regulatory support.

US SEC further delays decision on BlackRock's spot ethereum ETF

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

US SEC further delays decision on BlackRock's spot ethereum ETF

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has once again delayed its decision on BlackRock's application for the iShares Ethereum Trust. BlackRock, a prominent asset manager, filed its application for a spot ethereum exchange-traded fund (ETF) in November of last year. The ETF would be listed on Nasdaq if approved. Ether, the second-largest cryptocurrency, has seen increasing interest from institutional investors. The SEC previously delayed its decision on BlackRock's application in January, following the approval of several bitcoin ETFs. A spot crypto ETF allows investors to gain exposure to a digital asset's market price without purchasing the currency itself.

Bitcoin hits all-time high above 69k

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Bitcoin hits all-time high above 69k

Bitcoin has reached a new all-time high, surpassing $69,000, driven by increased demand following the approval of spot bitcoin ETFs in the US and the upcoming bitcoin halving in April. The cryptocurrency has gained over 60% this month and 205% this year. Bitcoin halving occurs approximately every four years and leads to a decrease in mining rates. This process aims to control the supply of bitcoin, and the upcoming halving is expected to further boost demand for the asset. Additionally, the approval of spot bitcoin ETFs has attracted new institutional and retail investors.

US regulators could approve spot ether ETFs for launch by July 4

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

US regulators could approve spot ether ETFs for launch by July 4

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) may approve exchange-traded funds (ETFs) tied to the spot price of Ethereum (ether) by July 4, according to industry executives. BlackRock, VanEck, Franklin Templeton, and Grayscale Investments are among the asset managers seeking SEC approval. The process of amending the offering documents is reportedly in its final stages, with minor issues being resolved. The launch of spot bitcoin ETFs in January was highly successful, but analysts expect muted interest in the upcoming ether ETFs due to differences in market size and investor demand. Once approved, the products could start trading in as little as 24 hours.

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