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Bitcoin ETF
What is a bitcoin ETF? They are a relatively easy-to-purchase investment vehicle that owns bitcoin (BTC), the original cryptocurrency. Just like stocks, exchange-traded funds are listed on exchanges, can be traded throughout the day and are available for purchase through normal brokerage accounts. A bitcoin ETF was first proposed in the U.S. around 2013 by Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, but were never approved by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Several applications for them are pending with the SEC as of January 2024, from companies including BlackRock, Grayscale, Fidelity, Galaxy/Invesco and Franklin Templeton. If approved, crypto ETFs could dramatically broaden the base of people who can invest in digital assets. There have been bitcoin futures ETFs available in the U.S. for several years, but the latest round of proposed products, technically known as spot bitcoin ETFs, are a more efficient and desirable product.
SEC Delays Decision on Wilshire Phoenix Bitcoin ETF Proposal
The SEC has delayed making a decision on the Wilshire Phoenix bitcoin and U.S. Treasury bonds ETF proposal.
VanEck, SolidX Withdraw Bitcoin ETF Proposal From SEC Review
VanEck and SolidX just pulled their bitcoin ETF proposal a month before the SEC would have to approve or reject it.
Bitwise Taps BNY Mellon as Transfer Agent for Proposed Bitcoin ETF
Bitwise has tapped Bank of New York Mellon to act as the administrator and transfer agent for its proposed bitcoin ETF.
SEC Chair Clayton: Would-Be Bitcoin ETFs Have 'Work Left to Be Done'
There is “work left to be done” to address the SEC's concerns about bitcoin ETFs, its chairman said weeks before the deadline to approve or reject two proposals.
VanEck, SolidX to Offer Bitcoin ETF-Like Product to Institutions
VanEck and SolidX aim to launch a limited bitcoin ETF for institutions in the U.S. later this week, but retail investors will be locked out.
SEC Delays Decisions on 3 Bitcoin ETF Proposals
The SEC has delayed making a decision on three different bitcoin ETF proposals until Sept. 29 at the earliest.
SEC Begins Accepting Public Comments on ETF Backed by Bitcoin and T-Bills
The SEC has kicked off a public comment period for a proposed ETF backed by bitcoin and T-bills.
SEC Delays Decision on VanEck/SolidX Filing in Latest Bitcoin ETF Setback
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has again delayed a decision on a bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) proposal.
SEC Postpones Decision on Bitwise, VanEck Bitcoin ETF Proposals
The SEC has extended its review period of the Bitwise bitcoin ETF proposal, filed in conjunction with NYSE Arca.
Bitcoin Futures Volume Is More Significant Than You Think, Bitwise Says
The bitcoin futures market is far larger, relative to the spot market, than previously thought, says Bitwise Asset Management.
