Bitcoin ETF Approval: Mark Your Calendars For January As SEC Decides Crypto's Fate
Portfolio Pulse from Murtuza Merchant
Scott Johnsson from Van Buren Capital anticipates the SEC's approval of Spot Bitcoin ETFs between Jan. 5 and Jan. 10, 2024, based on a letter from the SEC. This follows Bloomberg analyst Eric Balchunas's prediction of a 90% chance of approval by Jan. 10. The SEC is reviewing applications from several firms, including BlackRock. Bitcoin's price recently surged to $39,000, its highest since May 2022, despite regulatory challenges such as Binance's $4.3 billion settlement.
December 01, 2023 | 8:20 pm
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BlackRock is among the firms awaiting SEC's decision on Spot Bitcoin ETFs, which could significantly impact its offerings and position in the cryptocurrency investment space.
The approval of Bitcoin ETFs would likely be positive for BlackRock, as it could expand their product offerings and attract more investors interested in cryptocurrency exposure through traditional investment vehicles.
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Binance's recent $4.3 billion settlement highlights regulatory pressures in the cryptocurrency sector, but Bitcoin's value has increased, potentially affecting Binance's market perception and BNB's value.
Bitcoin's price increase and the anticipation of ETF approvals may create a positive sentiment in the cryptocurrency market, which could indirectly benefit Binance and BNB's value, despite the recent settlement.
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