Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have been seen as a mirage in the cryptocurrency world, with numerous applications denied or withdrawn due to regulatory concerns. However, recent events suggest a tide change could be on the horizon. … [Read more...] about Bitcoin ETFs: potential game-changer amid muted market activity
VanEck/SolidX bitcoin ETF proposal withdrawn until later date
On January 23, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced that the bitcoin ETF application has been withdrawn. … [Read more...] about VanEck/SolidX bitcoin ETF proposal withdrawn until later date
SEC rejects Winklevoss bitcoin ETF proposal
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has rejected the second attempt by Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss to list the first-ever bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) on a regulated exchange. The ETF’s value would have been tied to bitcoin price on the Winklevoss twins’ Gemini Exchange. … [Read more...] about SEC rejects Winklevoss bitcoin ETF proposal
Thailand’s SEC doesn’t prohibit bitcoin futures trading, but warns about risks of cryptocurrencies
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) of Thailand stated that bitcoin futures trading service, offered by local brokerage firm Phillip Securities (Thailand) Plc, does not break rules. But SEC urged investors to exercise caution due to high risk of investments in cryptocurrency related instruments. … [Read more...] about Thailand’s SEC doesn’t prohibit bitcoin futures trading, but warns about risks of cryptocurrencies
CFTC approves CME and CBOE to trade bitcoin futures
The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission revealed that CME (Chicago Mercantile Exchange) and CBOE (Chicago Board Options Exchange) had been approved to list bitcoin futures. … [Read more...] about CFTC approves CME and CBOE to trade bitcoin futures