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Ark Invest, led by Cathie Wood, has taken a significant step forward by filing an updated version of its spot Bitcoin ETF prospectus. The move is in response to recent feedback from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) asking for clarifications on some concerns. Changes to Ark Invest’s Spot Bitcoin ETF Prospectus Eric Balchunas, a seasoned ETF analyst at Bloomberg, was quick to highlight this update on X. ARK has just filed an updated version of its spot bitcoin...

TL;DR The crypto sector anticipates the US SEC’s decision on spot Bitcoin ETFs from top finance companies. Crypto Rover points to the date as the SEC’s appeal deadline for Grayscale’s ETF, suggesting possible approval for all Spot ETFs if untouched. Industry figures, including Cathie Wood, speculate that the SEC could simultaneously greenlight multiple spot BTC ETF applications. Friday the 13th Seems Like a Pivotal Date It is safe to assume that most cryptocurrency...

The firm believes the approval of a spot Bitcoin ETF in the United States will trigger an influx of over $30 billion in subsequent months. The mainstream adoption of Bitcoin (BTC) by institutional investors has put the gold market on notice with a possible decoupling in the coming few years. According to a report by Matrixport, Bitcoin is about to challenge gold as a store of value due to the simple fact that the former has outperformed the latter in the past years. Additionally, the...

Cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have recently been trending as many companies seek approval to trade, stirring up a wave of enthusiasm and anticipation throughout the crypto community. As financial vehicles that track the price of cryptocurrencies, these ETFs offer a novel and seemingly more accessible way for investors to enter the crypto market. However, amidst the euphoria and bullish outlooks, it is crucial to cast a discerning eye on the potential dark side...

Former BlackRock managing director Steven Schoenfield, who now serves as the CEO of MarketVector Indexes, predicts that the U.S. SEC will approve a Spot Bitcoin ETF within three to six months. Schoenfield shared this estimate during a panel discussion on ETFs at CCData’s Digital Asset Summit in London, where he was joined by another ex-BlackRock director, Martin Bednall, now CEO of Jacobi Asset Management. SEC’s ETF Approval Could Come Sooner Schoenfield’s response came after...

TL;DR BTC’s year-end price may be affected by macroeconomic factors and regulatory changes, particularly the possible approval of a Bitcoin ETF in the US. Market sentiment, endorsements from influential figures, and technical analysis could also drive short-term BTC rallies. Predictions range from BTC reaching $120,000 to $150,000 in the coming years, with the BTC halving event in 2024 considered a potential catalyst. BTC’s Catalysts at the End of the Year There are various...

Eric Balchuna claims that by the end of 2024, there is a 95% chance that a spot Bitcoin ETF will be approved, up from a 75% likelihood this year. The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has once again postponed its decision on multiple proposals for spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs). This move, affecting applications from major crypto players such as BlackRock and Invesco, has caused serious discussions among analysts. The unexpected turn of events happened two...

With the odds of a US government shutdown increasing by the day, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is reportedly looking to expedite Ethereum Futures exchange-traded funds (ETFs) approvals, according to senior Bloomberg analyst Eric Balchunas. Meanwhile, the SEC remains hesitant to approve spot Bitcoin ETF applications, with the agency recently delaying its decision on a couple of filings. An Ethereum Futures ETF Likely to Launch Soon Eric Balchunas said the SEC...

During his congressional testimony on Wednesday, Gary Gensler, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) chairman, persisted in his criticism of the cryptocurrency industry. Despite partisan divisions and ongoing legal battles, Gensler did not disclose the SEC’s next moves regarding spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) following a recent legal setback. Gensler Accuses Crypto Companies Chair Gary Gensler continued his combative stance against what he called crypto...

According to the filing, Coinbase will securely hold and manage the actual Bitcoin assets that underpin the ETF. The company has also confirmed that the Bitcoin ETF will be listed and traded on the Cboe BZX Exchange, Inc. Franklin Templeton, an asset management company, has entered the competition among companies aiming to offer spot Bitcoin ETFs. This was made known through a September 12 filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). According to the filing, Coinbase will...