Exchange Traded Fund (ETF)

Pending SEC decision on Bitcoin ETFs, Coinbase warns of major risks associated with this digital asset!

Bitcoin is gearing up to cross a historic milestone in the world of institutional finance. As dawn approaches on January 10th, the crypto community holds its breath in anticipation of the SEC's much-anticipated approval of the first Spot ETF.

At the heart of the buzz on Wall Street, Bitcoin finds itself in the spotlight with the potential entry of BlackRock through its new cash ETF. This breakthrough raises crucial questions: what implications will it have for the BTC market and what impact will it have on investors around the globe?

In a notable interview on CNBC, Michael Sonnenshein, the CEO of Grayscale Investments, makes a bold prediction: the upcoming approval of Bitcoin Spot ETFs could, in his view, open the way to a $30 trillion crypto market.

While Bitcoin is often seen as a young person's game, Bitwise Asset Management is changing the landscape. With the imminent approval of a BTC spot ETF, Bitwise is launching a bold advertising campaign. Targeting a broader audience, including Generation X, this campaign aims to educate and expand the perception of Bitcoin as a viable investment option.

Jan van Eck, CEO of VanEck, has once again spoken about bitcoin. Apparently, nothing has changed: he still holds the queen of cryptocurrencies in high esteem. Additionally, he has predicted a new All-Time High (ATH) for this “essential” digital asset within the next 12 months. Details!

All the pieces are falling into place one after another. Bitcoin ETF, Halving, new accounting standards, and now the Fed.

The moment of truth is approaching. Will the SEC soon approve Spot Bitcoin ETF applications? Or will it go as far as to postpone its decision? Recently, issuers of similar requests have been increasing meetings with officials from this U.S. financial regulatory body. Gary Gensler and his team must be under pressure.

BlackRock wants to make its Bitcoin spot ETF more accessible to Wall Street banks. The asset manager has indeed revised the functioning of its index fund to allow banking giants to participate in the Bitcoin market without violating the regulations they are subject to.

Gold and Bitcoin are surging. While one mainly benefits from geopolitical tensions, the other gains from anticipation regarding ETFs and the halving event.

This weekend, the price of Bitcoin (BTC) crossed the symbolic threshold of $40,000, reaching $40,846 on Sunday evening. This is its highest level since April 28, 2022. Fueled by optimism, the flagship cryptocurrency is beginning its return to the heights after over a year of turmoil.

Everything is going according to plan for Standard Chartered Bank, which reiterated its April forecast that Bitcoin would reach $100,000 by the end of 2024.

Ether goes green again! Rekindling investors' hopes after a brief dip below $2,000 last week. ETH whales have contributed to this rebound, some analysts believe.

The crypto universe is reaching a significant milestone. The involvement of financial giants like BlackRock and Vanguard, as well as the recent statement from Hester Peirce, a commissioner at the SEC, signal a decisive turning point. Let's take a closer look at these developments and their implications for the future of crypto.

The crypto community is eagerly awaiting the approval, by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), of several ETFs, including potentially the first Bitcoin ETF in cash. Regarding the latter, for example, analysts have suggested that a decision should be made by January 2024. The SEC has postponed its decision.

Exactly one week ago, financial giant BlackRock filed for registration of the iShares Ethereum Trust, the proposed ethereum (ETH) cash ETF. The news caught the attention of crypto analysts as it suggested the upcoming filing of an Ethereum ETF application with the SEC. That has now been done.

The long-awaited moment has finally arrived: today the U.S. government is revealing October's inflation figures, an announcement that could give new momentum to the recent surge in Bitcoin.

In a world where crypto embodies the ultimate frontier of modern finance, the approval of spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) for Bitcoin was anticipated as a revolution. However, JP Morgan, a giant in the banking sector, casts a shadow over this enthusiasm. According to them, the arrival of these Bitcoin ETFs might not trigger the expected avalanche of fresh capital. A statement that sharply contrasts with the bullish momentum recently observed in the crypto market.

The launch of the first spot Bitcoin ETF in the US is inching closer to reality, and one crypto project is already capitalizing on the excitement.

The price of BTC is rising as rumors of potential approval of Bitcoin ETFs by January flood the crypto market.

The Bitcoin frenzy continues to grow, as evidenced by the significant increase in visits to its Wikipedia page. This trend, observed in the context of a surge in BTC prices and anticipation for the approval of Bitcoin Spot ETFs, requires an in-depth analysis.

"The Bitcoin Spot ETF is a financial product that allows investors to access the Bitcoin market without directly owning the cryptocurrency. According to a study by Galaxy Research, the Bitcoin ETF could experience tremendous success in the years to come. Details below!

On Monday October 23, the Depository Trust and Clearing Corporation (DTCC) had listed BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust (iBTC), to which it had added the ticker. This symbol, used to identify the asset manager's ETF, was withdrawn on Tuesday October 24. The latest news confirms the relisting of BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF.

The financial market is eagerly awaiting the possible approval of a bitcoin spot ETF. In this regard, Fidelity, Ark Invest, and Invesco have recently updated their requests with the SEC. This is in response to letters demanding clarification on the matter. The crypto community perceives this action as a positive sign of ongoing dialogue between the companies and the regulatory authority.

Rumor has it that the SEC is about to approve Ishares' Bitcoin ETF. Verdict tomorrow.

About 6 months from now, the Bitcoin halving, which is the 'halving' of rewards given to miners working with the Bitcoin protocol, is set to take place. The Bitcoin halving has been the subject of various speculations and analyses, with discussions ranging from the potential price increase of BTC to the challenges miners might face, as well as systemic effects. JP Morgan predicts that this event will have a negative impact on the profitability of mining operations.

The race for the approval of a Bitcoin Spot ETF is gaining ground in the United States. Faced with pressure from legislators, the SEC, the crypto market regulator, could soon put an end to the suspense and make a final decision.

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