The revised proposal allows the ETF to utilize both in-kind and cash mechanisms. The ETF plans to store Bitcoin in cold storage, with custody services provided by Coinbase Custody Trust. Franklin Templeton has submitted an updated S-1 filing to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), seeking approval for the launch of a Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF). This move comes shortly after the SEC decided to postpone the consideration of the previous proposal. The Franklin Bitcoin ETF...
Read More »Cathie Wood’s Ark Invest Offloads $5.3M in Coinbase Holdings and Acquires $1.2M Worth of Robinhood Shares
Ark Invest seems to be rearranging its investment portfolio and has continued to sell huge amounts of Coinbase, while acquiring Robinhood shares. Cathie Wood’s investment firm, Ark Invest, made notable moves in its portfolio on Monday, marking a strategic shift in its crypto and fintech holdings. Ark Invest sold a substantial amount of its Coinbase Global Inc (NASDAQ: COIN) shares while increasing its position in Robinhood Markets Inc (NASDAQ: HOOD) and actively managing its exposure by...
Read More »SEC Posts Memorandum Exploring BlackRock and Grayscale ETF Proposals
The SEC website showed one memorandum with details of a discussion with BlackRock, and another one on a discussion with Grayscale. The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Sunday revealed on its website one memorandum detailing discussions with financial giant BlackRock (NYSE: BLK), and another with crypto asset manager Grayscale Investments. These memos involved proposed rule changes concerning the listing and trading of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) by both...
Read More »eToro Receives Approval to Operate in UAE
eToro’s foray into the UAE comes amidst a period of global expansion for the platform. The retail and social trading giant eToro recently announced that it has received a license from the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) to operate as a broker in securities, derivatives, and crypto assets in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). eToro Bags Significant License Yoni Assia, the Founder and CEO of eToro, expressed his enthusiasm, stating: “It is a key milestone in our continued global expansion....
Read More »Bitcoin Price Surges Over $37,400 amid Steady Treasury Yields
In the midst of economic uncertainties, the crypto market, particularly Bitcoin, has experienced notable price movements. The crypto market is witnessing a surge in Bitcoin (BTC) price, reaching over $37,400, while US Treasury yields remain little changed since Friday. As investors keep a close eye on economic data that could influence the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy, the steady Treasury yields play a crucial role in shaping market dynamics. Treasury Yields and Market Stability...
Read More »Nvidia Delays Launch of AI Chip for China amid Export Compliance Challenges, NVDA Stock 1% Down
Nvidia is also working on two other chips, the L20 and L2, for the Chinese market. According to the Reuters report, one of the chips, L20, is not facing delays and is expected to launch according to the original schedule. Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ: NVDA), the California-based AI chip giant, has notified its Chinese customers of a delay in the launch of its new artificial intelligence chip, H20, designed to comply with the latest United States export regulations, Reuters reported Friday, citing...
Read More »JPMorgan Says Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) Can Expect Significant Outflows on ETH Approval
If the entire $2.7 billion exits the bitcoin market, it would exert significant downward pressure on bitcoin prices, the authors stated. However, if most of this $2.7 billion transitions into other bitcoin instruments, such as the newly established spot bitcoin ETFs post SEC approval, the negative market impact would be more moderate. Nevertheless, the bank indicated that Bitcoin continues to face downside risks, as some of the $2.7 billion is likely to exit the Bitcoin space completely. The...
Read More »Grayscales Files Updated Spot Bitcoin ETF Application with US SEC after Binance’s Forced Exit
Grayscale officials had previously met with the US SEC representatives to the division of trading and markets to discuss the proposed rule to list and trade GBTC under NYSE Arca. After the United States Department of Treasury purged Binance Holdings Ltd’s operations in the country, the pathway for spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) was clear. Around the same time, Grayscale Investments, a digital asset management company owned by Digital Currency Group (DCG), was preparing to update...
Read More »Bernstein: Binance to Maintain Global Dominance after Settlement with US Authorities
Bernstein analysts are not the only experts who believe Binance will remain the world’s leading crypto exchange despite the recent settlement with the US authorities. In the aftermath of Binance’s recent settlement with the United States government, industry analysts at Bernstein are confident the company will continue to maintain its position as the leading global cryptocurrency exchange in the industry. According to a research report by Bernstein, despite facing minor outflows of less...
Read More »ARK Investment Amends ARK 21Shares Spot Bitcoin ETF Proposal for Third Time
The third amendment is another attempt for ARK Invest to ensure that the proposal for the ARK 21Shares spot Bitcoin ETF will pass the SEC’s screening. ARK Investment Management has submitted another amendment to the US SEC for its ARK 21Shares spot Bitcoin ETF proposal. The application, created along with European crypto asset manager 21Shares, is one of several proposals gunning for SEC approval as soon as possible. ARK Investment Management was founded by Cathie Wood, a known Bitcoin...
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