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China’s surprise NFT move, Hong Kong’s $15M Bitcoin fund: Asia Express
10.11.2023
China issues legal guidance that gives NFT markets hope, Bitget invests $10M in Indian startups, SEBA Bank’s Hong Kong license: Asia Express
HKEX-listed tech firm launches $15M Bitcoin fund
8.11.2023
"The next step for the crypto market depends on a refresh of the Bitcoin network," wrote founder Wang Feng
SEC Chair Gensler Keeps Quiet on Bitcoin ETF Plans After Grayscale Ruling – Here’s the Latest
26.10.2023
Despite tremendous pressure to approve a spot Bitcoin ETF for trading on public markets, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) chairman Gary Gensler refuses to discuss his agency’s next steps. On Monday, the SEC received an order from the Court of Appeals to review Grayscale’s...
ARK's amended spot Bitcoin ETF filing is a ‘good sign’ of future approval
12.10.2023
ARK Invest and 21Shares amended spot Bitcoin ETF filing seemingly addresses earlier concerns highlighted by the SEC, which is a good sign of progress, according to Bloomberg's ETF analysts
Bitwise Draws Close to Spot Bitcoin Fund Approval With Latest Academic Record
26.9.2023
NYSE Arca Exchange has submitted an updated application to list the Bitwise Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) Trust.
This revised application includes a detailed academic analysis to address the significant concerns raised by the Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) regarding spot bitcoin...
Nomura’s Laser Digital Launches ‘Bitcoin Adoption Fund’ for Institutional Investors
21.9.2023
Financial giant Nomura’s digital assets subsidiary, Laser Digital, has announced the launch of its Bitcoin Adoption Fund to provide “long-only exposure to bitcoin whilst being one of the most cost-effective and secure investment solutions.” Laser Digital’s Bitcoin Adoption Fund...
Global Investment Bank Nomura Launches Institutional Bitcoin Fund – Adoption on the Rise?
19.9.2023
Japan's largest investment bank, Nomura, unveiled its Bitcoin Adoption Fund through its crypto subsidiary, Laser Digital.
On September 19, Nomura's subsidiary, Laser Digital announced it would use Koimanu, an entity established in 2018 by Nomura, Ledger, and Coinshares, to custody the fund's...
US Securities Regulator Accepts Valkyrie’s Spot Bitcoin ETF Application
19.7.2023
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has formally accepted the spot bitcoin ETF application filed by asset manager Valkyrie. The move, which opens the door to an official review process, follows last week’s acknowledgment of Blackrock’s bitcoin ETF application. U.S. SEC to Review...
Grayscale Seeks ETF Expansion Amid Ongoing Legal Battle over Spot Bitcoin Fund
11.5.2023
In a sign of dedication to its efforts to launch a spot Bitcoin Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) in the US, Grayscale Investments is trying a new approach.
The digital asset manager, currently the world’s largest, announced on Wednesday the formation of a new trust, Grayscale Funds Trust.
The...
Effort to Reverse Bitcoin Fund Rejection Wins Broad Crypto Industry Support
19.10.2022
In the brief,the Blockchain Association and two other groups said that a spot bitcoin ETF "was ideally suited" for investors seeking exposure to bitcoin
Three Aussie crypto funds halted as regulator cites non-compliance
17.10.2022
Three funds tracking Bitcoin, Ethereum, and FileCoin have been issued interim stop orders by Australia’s market regulator due to "non-compliant" target market determinations
NYDIG Bets Big on Bitcoin – $720 Million Raised for its Bitcoin Fund
4.10.2022
NYDIG, the digital assets-focused subsidiary of financial services firm Stone Ridge, has raised approximately $720 million for its Institutional Bitcoin Fund.
According to a Form D filing made with the SEC, around 59 investors contributed more than $12 million on average to the raise. The filing...
Grayscale’s GBTC Discount to NAV Breaks Records as Spread Widens by More Than 35%
26.9.2022
Grayscale Investment’s Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) has dropped to a new low this week as the bitcoin fund tapped a record 35.18% low against bitcoin spot prices. GBTC’s discount to spot has been underwater for a total of 577 consecutive days. GBTC Discount to NAV Widens by 35% — Fund...
The biggest Bitcoin fund just hit a record -35% discount — A warning for BTC price?
24.9.2022
Institutional interest in Grayscale Bitcoin Trust continues to dwindle 10 months into the crypto bear market
Stone Ridge board approved plan for 'liquidation and dissolution' of its Bitcoin fund
12.9.2022
“Effective after the close of business on October 3, 2022, the Fund’s shares will generally no longer be available for purchase," said a Stone Ridge filing with the SEC
BlackRock Bitcoin fund launch sends BTC price towards $25K
11.8.2022
The announcement is the "most bullish news" ever for long-term hodlers, one analyst argues as Barry Silbert heralds the arrival of Wall Street
SkyBridge goes all in on crypto, betting on ‘tremendous growth’ ahead
25.4.2022
"For us, we think the cryptocurrency markets represent tremendous growth,” said SkyBridge founder Anthony Scarramucci
Invesco’s First Physical Bitcoin Fund Goes Live in Europe
30.11.2021
Invesco recently announced its first BTC exchange-traded product. The asset manager talked to ETF Stream about its latest sport, BTC exchange-traded product in Europe. The tool is physically supported by actual BTC and delivers the BTC minus fees’ performance by monitoring the CoinShares BTC Hourly...
Biggest Bitcoin fund in the world could become ETF by July as GBTC nears $40 billion AUM
29.10.2021
Filing to convert GBTC now is "perfect timing," the company's ETF head argues, but concerns remain over the overall strength of the industry
Dubai finance watchdog approves listing of Bitcoin fund
27.10.2021
The DFSA is establishing itself as an innovative regulator for the region by focusing on fintech and innovative technology