Asset manager BlackRock met again with representatives of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Bloomberg analyst James Seyffart reported that BlackRock’s meeting on Dec. 19 is the 24th meeting that SEC representatives have held with companies that have applied to open a spot Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded fund (ETF). Before meeting with the SEC, BlackRock revised its application to include a new mechanism for redeeming shares into fiat money. In addition to BlackRock, the NASDAQ stock market representatives were present at the meeting. “The discussion concerned The NASDAQ Stock Market’s…
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BlackRock, Nasdaq, SEC Met Regarding Bitcoin ETF
This is the second meeting in a month between the parties about rule changes required to list the bitcoin ETF. Source
Matrixport Says 95% Chance Of Bitcoin Spot ETF In January, Sets BTC Price Target
The anticipation around a potential approval of a Spot Bitcoin ETF is still high among crypto investors. This anticipation has been one of the main drivers of the price rally that has been witnessed over the last two months. Despite the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) postponing its decision on multiple spot ETF filings, industry experts remain very positive that the regulator is on the verge of approving the first Spot Bitcoin ETF. Bitcoin Spot ETF Coming In January 2024 Many experts have revised their expectations for if…
Eyes On $50,000: Bitcoin Poised For Major Rally Amid Spot ETF Optimism
Crypto analyst Michael van de Poppe has recently shared his latest Bitcoin price prediction on X. Van de Poppe has now set his sights on new heights for the flagship cryptocurrency. In a recent post, the analyst expressed confidence that Bitcoin has concluded its corrective phase and is primed to test the $47,000-$50,000 range soon. Van de Poppe’s optimism stems from a critical market development: the potential approval of spot BTC exchange-traded fund (ETF) by major financial entities like BlackRock, Fidelity, and Ark Investment. This anticipated move, widely supported by…
7RCC, Gemini to launch environment-friendly Bitcoin ETF
A new player in the ETF market, 7RCC, is aiming to introduce an innovative, environmentally friendly Bitcoin fund. 7RCC Global will primarily invest in Bitcoin while allocating a significant portion of its portfolio to carbon-credit futures. The intent is to offer an investment solution that taps into the burgeoning Bitcoin market and addresses environmental concerns. Bitcoin has always been a hot topic for the environmental implications of its mining process. The mining procedure, essential for transaction verification and the generation of new Bitcoin, relies heavily on energy-intensive computer networks. The…
Bitcoin Price (BTC) Headed Higher in 2024 Thanks to Spot ETF
Mainstream investors – whether at the individual or institutional level – to date have not had a “high bandwidth” compliant channel for putting money into bitcoin, said Saylor, and that’s all about to change with the spot ETF. This new vehicle, argued Saylor, is going to drive a demand shock for bitcoin which will soon be followed by a supply shock in the form of April’s halving event – at which point there will be just 450 bitcoin produced each day versus the current 900. Original
Spot Bitcoin ETF approvals expected in January
A K33 Research report said SEC approvals for spot Bitcoin ETFs in January are likely “nailed on” amid a flurry of updated S-1 filings from issuers like BlackRock. The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is on track to sanction spot Bitcoin ETFs in early January following progressive talks with issuers over the preferred redemption model for these investment vehicles, according to K33 Research. Cash creation is not the most efficient structure, but the filers’ updates are a further signal in favor of ETF approvals in the next three…
Bitcoin Price Reacts Positively with 5% Increase as BlackRock Nears ETF Deal
BlackRock has agreed to exclude in-kind creations and redemptions from its ETF application. The Bitcoin price has responded positively to this news. Of the many companies that have been pegged to secure a Bitcoin ETF approval in the United States, BlackRock seems to be the one with the best chance. From individual investors to the crypto market as a whole, everyone seems convinced that BlackRock will make history with the ETF by next year. The company has scored another coup in this endeavor by agreeing to some requirements set out…
ESG-focused 7RCC Joins Race for Bitcoin ETF Approval
7RCC’s crypto ETF differs from those of other similar products. 80% of it will consist of Bitcoin, while the rest will hold carbon credits futures Crypto asset management firm 7RCC might be the latest in a long list of firms seeking a spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) approval. This follows after the ESG-focused firm recently applied with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). According to the filing, 7RCC is hoping to get the nod for its spot bitcoin and carbon credits futures ETF. 7RCC was founded in 2021 with a…
7RCC applies for spot Bitcoin ETF with 20% allocated to carbon credit futures
A firm specializing in environmental investments, 7RCC, has applied to open a spot Bitcoin (BTC) ETF. 7RCC filed an application to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to create an ETF, centered around environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles. 7RCC’s ETF aims to establish a carbon-neutral investment option in the cryptocurrency market, comprising 80% BTC and 20% carbon credit futures. Creating an ETF was initiated 18 months ago, awaiting the right market and regulatory conditions to submit the application. Cryptocurrency exchange Gemini will provide custody of the fund’s BTC, giving…