Bitwise Asset Management has joined the list of companies aiming for a spot Bitcoin (BTC) Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) approval in the United States. The firm’s ETF has been officially listed on the Depository Trust and Clearing Corporation (DTCC) under the ticker BITB, signaling a growing optimism within the sector. Bitwise Optimistic Following Listing Bitwise’s entry into this arena follows the steps of Fidelity, another prominent financial institution that had its spot...
Read More »Bitwise’s Spot Bitcoin ETF Listed on DTCC Under BITB Ticker
DTCC data shows that the Wise Origin Bitcoin FD SHS is listed under the ticker BITB. Bitwise joins BlackRock, Invesco Galaxy, and Fidelity on the DTCC’s list. Bitwise Asset Management has listed its spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) on the Depository Trust and Clearing Corporation (DTCC). This comes after Fidelity Investments listed its FBTC spot Bitcoin ETF on the DTCC’s active and prelaunch list last week. Bitwise’s move is evidence of the firm’s confidence that a spot Bitcoin ETF...
Read More »BlackRock Submits Revised Spot Bitcoin ETF Application to Allow Participation from Banks
The revised spot Bitcoin ETF proposal from BlackRock provides access to banks, allowing them participate via broker-dealers. Giant asset manager BlackRock Inc (NYSE: BLK) has submitted a revised version of its application for its iShares spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) to the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The revised application modifies BlackRock’s ETF, making it easier for Wall Street banks to participate. If approved, BlackRock’s ETF will allow...
Read More »BlackRock Updates ETF Application Inviting Wall Street Banks to Participate
BlackRock’s recent app update indicates their engagement with the SEC led by Gary Gensler on Dec. 11, marking the third meeting in a series held over the past few weeks. BlackRock Inc (NYSE: BLK) has implemented structural modifications in its application to launch a spot Bitcoin ETF in the US. The updated filing allows Wall Street banks to generate new shares in the fund using fiat currencies, expanding beyond cryptocurrencies. To participate, banks must acquire authorized participant...
Read More »SEC, BlackRock, and Fidelity Iron Out Details for Potential Bitcoin ETF
As the SEC engages in detailed discussions with investment giants like BlackRock and Fidelity, the potential approval of a spot Bitcoin ETF seems to be moving closer to reality. The crypto market is abuzz following recent revelation that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) engaged in discussions with major investment firms BlackRock Inc (NYSE: BLK) and Fidelity Investments, to iron out technical details for a potential spot Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF). Spot Bitcoin ETF and...
Read More »Hashdex Forecasts US Access to Spot Bitcoin ETF by Q2 2024
The crypto industry is at an unprecedented inflection point, which could serve as a “generational investment opportunity” that will be fleeting as more institutions enter the space and network effects lead to exponential growth, according to new research. Digital asset manager Hashdex, which is currently eyeing a spot Bitcoin ETF approval, believes prospects for such funds in the US are as high as ever, and as regulated investment vehicles become more common, the role of...
Read More »VanEck Predicts No BTC-ETH Flippening, Doubles Down on Post-Halving Scene
Investment management firm VanEck has unveiled its 2024 predictions, forecasting not only record-breaking highs for Bitcoin but also an anticipated peak in the NFT market, signaling a significant transformation in the industry. The introduction of spot Bitcoin ETFs is expected to align with the prolonged anticipation of a U.S. recession, while the forthcoming halving event may not generate as much impact as previously anticipated. New Peak for Bitcoin But No Flippening for...
Read More »Here Are the Bitcoin ETF Deadlines You Must Know for 2024
TL;DR Awaiting US SEC Decision on Spot Bitcoin ETFs: The SEC is expected to decide on several spot Bitcoin ETF applications from major firms like BlackRock and Fidelity, with deadlines in early 2024. BlackRock’s Leading Role: BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, is a key contender in the spot BTC ETF race, bolstered by its successful track record with the SEC and partnership with Coinbase. Possible Boost to Bitcoin’s Price: Approval of a spot Bitcoin ETF, especially...
Read More »Spot Bitcoin ETF Talks With US SEC in Advanced Stages: Report
Conversations about launching spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the United States have moved to advanced stages, Reuters reported Thursday, citing unnamed sources. According to the report, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has begun to ask potential spot Bitcoin ETF issuers detailed and technical questions about the products, a move the sources said indicated that the regulator might soon approve their pending applications. U.S. Spot Bitcoin ETF...
Read More »Vanguard and State Street Steer Clear of Bitcoin ETF Hype
Despite Vanguard and State Street’s decision to abstain, the SEC is approaching a crucial deadline to announce its decision on the first Bitcoin ETF in early January. The anticipation surrounding the potential approval of spot Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) in the United States has reached its zenith. However, amid the frenzy, two major players in the ETF industry, Vanguard Group, and State Street Corp (NYSE: STT), have notably chosen to stay on the sidelines. While other industry...
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