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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.
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.
The SEC Is Now Reviewing 2 Bitcoin ETF Proposals
There are two bitcoin ETFs under review by the SEC, after the VanEck/SolidX proposal was published in the Federal Register Wednesday.
Countdown Restarts Today for SEC Decision on CBOE-VanEck Bitcoin ETF
The VanEck/SolidX bitcoin ETF proposal is slated for publication in the Federal Register tomorrow, giving the SEC 45 days to approve, reject or extend a decision on it.
NYSE Arca Filing Kicks Off Countdown for New Bitcoin ETF
The clock just started on the latest effort to launch a bitcoin ETF from NYSE Arca and Bitwise Asset Management.
SEC Commissioner Says Bitcoin ETF Will Be Approved 'Eventually'
A U.S. SEC commissioner, Robert J. Jackson Jr. has said he believes a bitcoin exchange-traded fund will ultimately be approved.
