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SEC Adopts Expedited Public Listing Review Process—Blockchain ETFs Could Qualify
The United States Securities and Exchange Commission has voted to adopt rule amendments to expedite the review procedure for companies applying for public listing, which could potentially create an expedited and cheaper application process for crypto and blockchain ETFs.
Coinbase Custody Leads in Digital Asset Safety Amid ETF Adoption Surge
As crypto ETFs gain SEC approval, Coinbase Custody emerges as the trusted custodian for digital assets, leveraging advanced security and regulatory compliance.
Grayscale Launches New Entity to Manage Growing Funds
Cryptocurrency asset manager Grayscale Investments has launched a new entity, the Grayscale Funds Trust, to manage its publicly traded financial products in-house. The company has also filed a registration statement for three new cryptocurrency-focused ETFs, including a Bitcoin Composite ETF, Ethereum Futures ETF, and a Privacy ETF.
Grayscale Files for Three New Crypto ETFs
Grayscale Investments has filed a registration statement with the SEC for three new cryptocurrency-focused ETFs, including a Bitcoin Composite ETF, Ethereum Futures ETF, and a Privacy ETF. Grayscale also announced the launch of its Grayscale Funds Trust to manage its publicly traded financial products in-house.
Holon Partners with Gemini, Launches Australia’s Lowest Fee Crypto ETFs
Holon has launched Australia’s first unlisted retail Bitcoin, Ethereum and Filecoin funds. The crypto funds provide investors with low fees and regulated access to the burgeoning blockchain and crypto worlds.
Cathie Wood: SEC to Approve Multiple Bitcoin ETFs Simultaneously
Cathie Wood predicts the U.S. SEC may simultaneously approve multiple Bitcoin ETFs.
Ethereum Falls Below the Short-Term Upward Trend Line - What’s Next?
With the downturn of the entire crypto market, Ether’s price has also fallen below the short-term upward trend line.
Ark Invest's Cathie Wood Challenges Vanguard's Bitcoin ETF Exclusion Decision
Ark Invest CEO Cathie Wood criticizes Vanguard for excluding Bitcoin ETFs, marking a significant shift in investment preferences as customers move to crypto-friendly platforms. This controversy reflects the evolving dynamics of the financial sector.
Bitcoin Price Surges to All-Time High Of $66,900 Level
Bitcoin has surged $66,900 level, passing the previous price record of $64,889 set in April.
Taiwan's Financial Supervisory Commission in Exploratory Phase for Crypto ETFs
Taiwan's Financial Supervisory Commission is cautiously considering the introduction of cryptocurrency ETFs, focusing on self-regulation and gradual liberalization in the digital asset market.
Coinbase Up 69%, MicroStrategy Up 74% From Lows
Since its Jan 6 lows, Coinbase's share price has climbed 69%. MicroStrategy and Block Inc. also gained. Bitfarms and Marathon Digital Holdings shares rose 140% and 120%. After selling at a 45% discount on Dec 28, it is presently at 36%. Some analysts attribute this to January 12's good U.S. inflation data.
Dinari Secures $10M Seed Funding, Expands Crypto Asset Offerings
Dinari, a blockchain-based investment platform, secures $10M in seed funding, launches RWAs on Arbitrum, and expands dShare with crypto-themed assets, bridging TradFi and DeFi.
ARK Invest Intensifies Investment in Robinhood
ARK Invest, led by Bitcoin enthusiast Cathie Wood, increased its stake in Robinhood, buying 1.1 million shares worth over $9.5 million in a single day. The investment was distributed across three ARK ETFs, with ARKK acquiring the majority.
Market Downturn Triggers Delisting of Crypto ETFs in Australia
Crypto winter is considered to have caused low demand for such ETFs in Australia. Cosmos Asset Management said it plans to delist three of its cryptocurrency ETFs on the Cboe stock exchange.
US SEC Delays Proposals for Spot Bitcoin ETFs from WisdomTree and One River
The securities regulator of the U.S. SEC has yet to approve a US exchange-traded fund that invests directly in the cryptocurrency.
KuCoin Becomes the First Centralized Exchange to Start Offering NFT ETFs
KuCoin said the launch of its ‘NFT ETF Trading Zone’ aims to improve the liquidity of NFT assets and lower the investment threshold of major NFTs to its over 20 million users.
Cathie Wood’s Ark Investment Gets into Canadian Bitcoin ETFs As US SEC Delays Applications
Cathie Wood’s Ark Investment company has announced that it has invested into Canadian bitcoin ETFs. The firm’s move is likely influenced by delays and rejections of Bitcoin ETFs by the US SEC.
SEC Could Approve All Ethereum ETFs Concurrently
SEC may greenlight multiple Ethereum ETFs at once, signaling a shift in U.S. crypto regulation. Key players like Volatility Shares & Valkyrie await decisions.
SEC Delays Decision on Spot Bitcoin ETFs Due to U.S. Government Shutdown Concerns
SEC delays spot Bitcoin ETF decisions due to U.S. government shutdown concerns, adding uncertainty to the cryptocurrency market. Decision expected by mid-March
Bitcoin's Potential Surge to $200K by 2025
Standard Chartered predicts Bitcoin could reach $200,000 by 2025, contingent on successful U.S. Bitcoin ETFs, with inflows estimated at $50-100 billion.
SEC Extends Deliberation on Proposed Rule Change Amidst Heated Debates
The SEC extends its deliberation on a proposed rule change, amid congressional debates over its climate disclosure rule. The decision reflects the complex interplay between financial regulation, environmental concerns, and political ideologies.
Spot Bitcoin ETFs: Transforming Crypto Investment Landscape
The SEC's approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs, including Valkyrie's, marks a pivotal moment for crypto investments, potentially attracting billions in inflows and indicating a surge in Bitcoin's mainstream acceptance.
U.S. Senators Reed and Butler Urge SEC to Pause Crypto ETF Approvals Over Investor Risks
Senators Jack Reed and Laphonza Butler have called on the SEC to halt new crypto ETF approvals, highlighting risks for retail investors.
Binance Research Reveals Key Crypto Market Trends
Binance Research's latest report reveals a thriving crypto market in February 2024, with a 40% increase in total market capitalization, driven by spot BTC ETF inflows and strong DeFi and NFT performance.
Fidelity Launches Two ETFs Tracking Metaverse and Crypto Sectors
The new ETF offerings enable Fidelity investors to participate in the emerging digital assets ecosystem through exposure to related equity securities.
Danish FSA Orders Saxo Bank to Divest Crypto Holdings, Indicating Tightening Regulation
The Danish Financial Supervisory Authority (Finanstilsynet) on July 4, 2023, issued a directive to Saxo Bank, instructing the financial institution to divest its holdings in cryptoassets. This move is based on the current legal framework, which prohibits banks from trading cryptoassets for their own account.
BlackRock iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) Sees Zero Inflows, Ending 71-Day Streak
BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) has experienced a significant shift in investor sentiment, with zero inflows recorded for the first time since the introduction of Bitcoin ETFs in the US. This marks the end of a 71-day streak during which the ETF consistently attracted millions of dollars in daily investments. While other Bitcoin ETFs also experienced a slowdown in inflows, Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund and ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF managed to secure inflows of $5.6 million and $4.2 million respectively.
US SEC Likely to Delay Bitcoin Futures ETFs Until 2022: CFRA Investment Research Firm
According to CFRA ETF and mutual research firm, the US SEC is likely to delay decisions on whether to approve applications of Bitcoin futures ETFs until 2022.
Stone Ridge Shutting down Bitcoin Futures Fund, Returning Money to Investors
Stone Ridge’s Bitcoin Futures Fund suffers losses triggered by market downturn and competition.
FTX's Bankruptcy Plan Leaves Customers Struggling Amid Crypto Market Revival
The contrast between FTX's ongoing bankruptcy proceedings and the broader crypto market's revival underscores the volatility and risks in the cryptocurrency industry.
Canada Security Regulator Approves Three Ethereum ETFs In A Single Day
The Ontario Securities Commission has made history again by approving three Ethereum exchange-traded funds in one day.
Google to Unleash Bitcoin ETF Ads
Google will allow Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin ETFs, to be published on its platform starting January 29, 2024. This move is significant for the blockchain and cryptocurrency sectors, as it increases exposure and awareness among a vast audience. The policy change will require advertisers to comply with local regulations.
Australia’s Securities Regulator Approves the Launch of Crypto ETFs
Australia Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has finally opened the door for crypto ETFs to trade on Australian stock exchanges.
Bitwise to Launch Two Innovative Ethereum Futures ETFs on October 2
Bitwise Asset Management to launch two first-of-its-kind Ethereum Futures ETFs, AETH and BTOP, on October 2. The ETFs offer exposure to CME Ether futures in a regulated format.
SEC Initiates Consultations on Rule Change for Bitcoin Trading Options
The SEC is discussing a rule change for options trading on Bitcoin ETFs, seeking public input on market impact during turbulence. Exchanges have requested options trading on recently approved spot Bitcoin ETFs, and whether options should follow stock regulations.
Former Coinbase CLO Brian Brooks Joins Hashdex's Board of Directors
Brian Brooks, former Coinbase CLO and current Valor Capital Group partner, joins Hashdex's Board of Directors, aiming to accelerate the firm's global growth in the crypto asset management space.
DTCC Announces Changes to Collateral Allocation for Bitcoin-Linked ETFs
The Depository Trust and Clearing Corporation (DTCC) will no longer allocate collateral or extend loans against ETFs with Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies exposure, impacting financial stability and credit assessment.
Largest Weekly Inflows in Digital Assets in Over a Year, Led by Bitcoin
In a significant shift of sentiment, digital asset investment products experienced their largest single weekly inflows since July 2022, totaling a substantial $199 million, according to CoinShares report. This surge effectively corrected almost half of the prior nine consecutive weeks of outflows, signaling renewed investor confidence in the market.
Scaramucci's SkyBridge Capital Applies for Bitcoin ETF as Institutional Sentiment Remains Bullish for BTC
The approval of Canadian-based Bitcoin ETFs has led many to wonder when the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will approve one of its own. Currently, Anthony Scaramucci’s hedge fund, SkyBridge Capital, has tried its luck by filing a request with the SEC for a Bitcoin ETF.
What Is a Bitcoin ETF?
Bitcoin ETF is a type of security that tracks the overall price of Bitcoin and enables investors to trade and purchase shares of it on traditional exchanges.
SEC Reschedules Decision-Making on Bitcoin ETF Proposals
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in the United States once again delayed on deciding on the three Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) proposals according to the release of documents from the regulatory agency on Monday.
Billionaire Investor Mike Novogratz Buys Bitcoin at $56,500
Billionaire investor, Mike Novogratz has maintained his bullish title, reaffirming that he has bought even more Bitcoin (BTC) at an average price of $56,500 each.
CBOE Seeks SEC Approval to List First Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Product in US
Equities market operator, CBOE global markets, has submitted a filing proposal to the SEC to list and trade shares of VanEck’s Bitcoin Exchange Traded Fund (ETF).
Fidelity Investments Seeks Approval for a US Bitcoin ETF
The US asset management giant, Fidelity Investments, applies for a Bitcoin ETF in the U.S.
China is Expecting its First-Ever Blockchain Exchange-Traded Fund
Shenzhen is expecting its nation’s first exchange-traded fund (ETF) that will track blockchain-themed stocks as underlying assets.
VanEck, SolidX to Sell ‘Limited’ Bitcoin ETF to Institutions
VanEck and Solid X revealed that they have a workaround to bypass regulatory issues and are using an SEC exemption that will allow their product to be offered to institutions such as hedge funds and banks, but not to retail investors.
Sofi Launches Into Cryptocurrency Trading with Sofi Trading
The existence and relevance of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies have stirred interest from different businesses across various sectors. This is accompanied by the launch of Sofi's exchange platform which offers to make the process of trading more seamless
Bitcoin’s Parabolic Price Run Pushes the Cryptocurrency's Market Cap Above $1 Trillion
Bitcoin's current bull run has served to push the world’s first and biggest cryptocurrency to a market capitalization of $1 trillion.
US SEC Reopens Rejected Bitwise BTC ETF For Review
The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced that it will revisit and review its previous decision to reject Bitwise Asset Management and NYSE Arca’s filing for a Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded fund (ETF).