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7 Signals Bitcoin Is Rocking Outside The United States

The markets are rallying exuberantly for BTC for a couple of reasons this March. Institutional investors bought deep after the SEC opened up Wall Street access to Bitcoin price exposure through custodial spot ETFs. That only adds to the scarcity shock with the supply halving coming up next month. However, many blockchain crypto trading strategists think it is hard to overstate the importance of the ETF approvals by the Securities and Exchange Commission. The new paradigm does...

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Coinbase Claps Back at Senators Urging Halt on Crypto ETF Approvals

Paul Grewal, the Chief Legal Officer at Coinbase, has come forward to criticize a letter written by two U.S. senators urging the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to impose stricter regulations on Bitcoin exchange-traded funds and refrain from approving any further cryptocurrency ETF applications. In a March 15 X thread, he challenges the assertions of senators Jack Reed and Laphonza Butler and defends the necessity of expanding the ETF market to include assets beyond...

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Can’t Happen With Bitcoin: Bakkt Receives Delisting Warning From NYSE

Crypto custody and trading platform Bakkt has received a warning from the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) regarding its non-compliance with the stock exchange’s listing rules. According to the NYSE, the platform has not been able to maintain its closing share price above $1 for the past 30 days, hence facing delisting risk. Bakkt Plans to Resolve the Issue On Wednesday, Bakkt informed the NYSE of its intention to address the stock price discrepancy and comply with the required...

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Thai SEC Opens Doors to Private Funds for Spot Bitcoin ETFs, But There’s a Catch

Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has changed its regulations, permitting the creation of private funds that invest in spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) traded on U.S. exchanges. However, this opportunity is limited to institutional investors and high-net-worth individuals. SEC Amends Spot Bitcoin ETF Rules SEC Secretary-General Pornanong Budsaratragoon disclosed that the decision was reached during last week’s board meeting. The approval grants...

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US Spot Bitcoin ETFs Coming to India From Crypto Investment Platform: Report

Mudrex, an Indian cryptocurrency investment platform, intends to introduce U.S. spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to target both institutional and retail investors within India, according to CEO and co-founder Edul Patel. The move comes amid India’s latest government action to tighten offshore crypto exchanges regulation. Mudrex to Offer Four Spot Bitcoin ETFs In an interview with CoinDesk, Patel emphasized the value of spot Bitcoin ETFs for institutional investors,...

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London Stock Exchange to Start Considering Bitcoin and Ethereum ETN Applications

CoinspeakerLondon Stock Exchange to Start Considering Bitcoin and Ethereum ETN Applications The London Stock Exchange (LSE) stipulates that crypto ETNs must be physically backed and non-leveraged. Additionally, these assets must be held by a custodian compliant with Anti-Money Laundering regulations. London Stock Exchange to Start Considering Bitcoin and Ethereum ETN Applications

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CFTC Chair Calls on Congress to Implement Comprehensive Legislation for Crypto Regulations

CoinspeakerCFTC Chair Calls on Congress to Implement Comprehensive Legislation for Crypto Regulations Even if Congress passes the FIT Act, it will take the CFTC no less than a year to develop a comprehensive regulatory framework. CFTC Chair Calls on Congress to Implement Comprehensive Legislation for Crypto Regulations

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Chamber of Digital Commerce Backs Kraken in SEC Lawsuit

The Chamber of Digital Commerce (CDC) has filed an amicus curiae to defend Kraken in a lawsuit the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) initiated in 2023. Notably, the CDC supported the crypto exchange’s motion to dismiss the lawsuit in its latest filing. Chamber of Digital Commerce Argues for Kraken In a February 27 filing, the Chamber explained that the amicus brief aims to address and counter the SEC’s current approach to digital asset industry regulation. 1/...

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