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Wall Street 'Still Believes' in Certain Parts of Crypto: eToro Analyst
eToro U.S. investment analyst Callie Cox discusses her reactions to traditional finance firms like Invesco, WisdomTree, and BlackRock apply for a spot bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded fund (ETF) and the "pent-up demand" for crypto from institutions. "Institutional money is where this industry grows," Cox said. "Wall Street still believes in certain parts of crypto."
Bitcoin Briefly Tops $29K Amid Institutional Interest
Bitcoin (BTC), the world’s largest cryptocurrency by market value, is rallying Wednesday as investment management company Invesco (IVZ) reapplied for a spot bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded fund (ETF), following a similar move by BlackRock. eToro U.S. investment analyst Callie Cox discusses her outlook for the crypto markets and institutional demand for bitcoin.
BlackRock Close to Filing for Bitcoin ETF Application: Source
BlackRock, the world's biggest asset manager, is close to filing an application for a Bitcoin ETF (exchange traded fund), according to a person familiar with the matter. BlackRock will be using Coinbase (COIN) Custody for the ETF and the crypto exchange’s spot market data for pricing, the person said. Coinbase declined to comment. "The Hash" panel discusses the firm's move into the crypto space.
SEC, CFTC Charge FTX’s Singh With Fraud Following Criminal Plea; Bitcoin ETF Dispute Heads to Court
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and Commodity Futures charged former FTX director of engineering Nishad Singh with fraud allegations on Tuesday, following his guilty plea to similar charges in a federal court. Separately, Grayscale says it’s preparing to argue in court next week that the SEC inappropriately treated its bitcoin exchange-traded fund bid differently than earlier decisions approving bitcoin futures-based ETFs. Grayscale and CoinDesk are both owned by Digital Currency Group (DCG).
21.co’s 2023 Crypto Outlook
21.co co-founder and CEO Hany Rashwan joins “First Mover” to discuss its report on the state of crypto, focusing on macroeconomic conditions and regulation. He shares 21.co’s predictions on bitcoin's price action, OFAC sanctions and the developments in the metaverse. Plus, the possibility of a bitcoin ETF in the US.
SEC Rejects Ark 21Shares Spot Bitcoin ETF; Tesla’s Q4 Bitcoin Strategy
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) rejected a joint effort by Ark Investment Management and 21Shares to list a spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) for the second time. Plus, the latest on electric car maker Tesla (TSLA) not buying or selling any bitcoin (BTC) in the fourth quarter.
Grayscale Exec on Appeal of SEC's Decision on Bitcoin ETF
The District of Columbia Court of Appeals has set a date to begin hearing oral arguments in Grayscale Investment’s appeal of the SEC's decision to deny the conversion of the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) into an ETF. Grayscale Investments Chief Legal Officer Craig Salm discusses the case, hopes for a U.S. spot bitcoin ETF approval, and outlook for GBTC. Grayscale is owned by Digital Currency Group, which also owns CoinDesk.
Date Set for Oral Arguments in Grayscale’s Appeal of SEC’s Bitcoin ETF Decision; Celsius Developments
Bitcoin's (BTC) January price rally has analysts focusing on higher valuations last seen in mid-2022. Separately, a date has been set to begin hearing oral arguments in Grayscale Investment’s appeal of the SEC decision to deny the conversion of GBTC into an ETF. Grayscale and CoinDesk are both owned by DCG. Separately, Celsius Network is planning to reinvent itself as a new, publicly traded "recovery corporation" to exit the bankruptcy process.
WisdomTree Exec 'Not Surprised' by SEC's Spot Bitcoin ETF Rejection
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) rejected WisdomTree's application for a spot bitcoin ETF this week. WisdomTree Head of Digital Assets Will Peck discusses why he's "not surprised" by the SEC's decision and the outlook for ETFs. Plus, his take on Grayscale calling its spot bitcoin ETF rejection "arbitrary, capricious and discriminatory."
Crypto Lobbyist on US Bitcoin ETF Push: SEC Should Not Pick Winners and Losers
A bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) is long overdue, according to a new report from crypto lobbying group The Chamber of Digital Commerce, which faults the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for depriving investors.
