New York, Monday, January 22, 20245- In an unexpected twist in the cryptocurrency market, collapsed hedge fund Alameda Research abandoned its lawsuit against Bitcoin fund manager Grayscale, reports said. This resulted in Grayscale shares rising and igniting concerns about a potential Bitcoin price dive. Alameda and Grayscale were locked in a legal battle over the […]
Catenaa, Tuesday, June 24, 2025-Spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) for several leading altcoins including Solana, XRP and Dogecoin are now seen as near-certainties for US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approval by the end of 2025, according to top Bloomberg ETF analysts. The forecast signals a potential watershed moment in the expansion of crypto offerings on […]
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is now seriously and closely looking at the crypto space following the recent surge of applications from asset managers aiming to launch the first-ever US Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF) that directly invests in Bitcoin. The SEC has expressed concerns over the lack of clarity in these applications and has […]
Catenaa, Sunday, March 02, 2025- US spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) recorded their largest daily net outflows to date, totaling $1.01 billion on Tuesday, as institutional investors rebalanced portfolios amid a broader market downturn. The outflows exceeded the previous record of $671.9 million in December, bringing the six-day streak of negative flows to over $2 […]
Catenaa, Wednesday 29, 2025 – Bitwise has officially filed an S-1 registration with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for a spot Dogecoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), marking a significant step toward bringing the popular memecoin to traditional financial markets. The crypto asset manager previously registered a filing in Delaware on Jan. 22 for the […]
Catenaa, Friday, May 02, 2025-Bitwise Asset Management has filed paperwork in Delaware to launch a new exchange-traded fund (ETF) centered around Near Protocol (NEAR). This filing, submitted Thursday, marks the first step in securing approval for the crypto fund, with additional filings required with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to advance the process. Near […]
Catenaa, Tuesday, January 28, 2025 – Crypto asset manager Bitwise Asset Management has officially filed for a Dogecoin (DOGE) exchange-traded fund (ETF), according to Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan. The filing was submitted Wednesday (22) to Delaware’s Department of State’s Division of Corporations, marking a significant step in legitimizing the memecoin as a tradable asset. […]
Catenaa, Sunday, March 16, 2025 – Crypto asset manager Bitwise has filed an S-1 registration with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for a spot Aptos exchange-traded fund (ETF). The filing was submitted on Wednesday, marking a significant step toward the potential launch of the Bitwise Aptos ETF. This move follows Bitwise’s previous filing […]
Catenaa, Saturday, April 05, 2025-BlackRock CEO Larry Fink early this week warned that the US dollar’s world reserve currency status is not guaranteed, cautioning that digital assets like bitcoin could replace it if US debt continues rising. In his annual letter, Fink highlighted concerns over national debt outpacing GDP and government interest payments surpassing defense […]
Catenaa, Friday, March 21, 2025 – BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, is expected to file for Solana and XRP exchange-traded funds (ETFs) as competition in the crypto investment space intensifies, according to Nate Geraci, president of The ETF Store. Geraci stated that Solana and XRP, two of the top five non-stablecoin cryptocurrencies, are prime […]
Catenaa, Friday, February 07, 2025 – The US Securities and Exchange Commission(SEC) is considering a proposal to allow in-kind redemptions for BlackRock spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund, marking a potential shift in how the product operates. In a filing posted Thursday, February 06, the SEC acknowledged the proposal and requested public comments within 21 days after […]
Catenaa, Saturday, March 22, 2025-– Efforts to allow spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to generate yield through staking are gaining traction, with major financial players backing the move. On Thursday, BlackRock Head of Digital Assets Robert Mitchnick highlighted the potential benefits of staking for ether ETFs, arguing it could boost investor demand. His remarks coincided with […]
On June 15, 2023, BlackRock’s application for SEC approval of a spot Bitcoin ETF set a pivotal precedent, inspiring numerous other financial institutions to follow suit and resubmit their own applications for similar offerings.The first part of this article Bitcoin ETF: Its Journey Ahead, provides a comprehensive overview of BlackRock, Howey Theory, the SEC, and […]
Catenaa, Wednesday, November 20, 2024 – BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) saw an unprecedented $1.9 billion in notional exposure traded on its first day of options trading, contributing to a surge in Bitcoin’s price, which hit a new all-time high of $93,900 yesterday (Tuesday 19). The launch of options trading for the spot Bitcoin ETF […]
Catenaa, Thursday, December 05, 2024- BlackRock’s IBIT Bitcoin ETF has achieved a historic milestone, surpassing 500,000 BTC in assets under management (AUM) with a valuation of $48 billion. This marks a significant achievement in the ETF’s trajectory, having launched less than a year ago on January 11, 2024. Data from K33 reveals that $338.3 million […]
RIO DE JANEIRO, Friday, August 23, 2024- Brazil’s Securities and Exchange Commission (CVM) has approved on August 21, the country’s second Solana exchange-traded fund (ETF), bolstering its position as a leader in Latin America’s crypto investment landscape. The new ETF, set to be launched by asset manager Hashdex in collaboration with BTG Pactual, follows the […]
Catenaa, Thursday, June 19, 2025- Canadian regulators have approved the country’s first spot XRP exchange-traded fund, marking a milestone for cryptocurrency investment products in North America and sparking hopes for broader institutional adoption of digital assets. The Purpose XRP ETF (XRPP), greenlit this week, will begin trading imminently on Canadian markets, offering exposure to XRP […]
Catenaa, Wednesday, April 30, 2025-Canary Capital has filed an application with the US Securities and Exchange Commission to launch a spot exchange-traded fund based on Tron (TRX) that includes staking capabilities, the firm announced Friday. The proposed “Canary Staked TRX ETF” aims to offer investors direct price exposure to Tron while allowing them to earn […]
Catenaa, Wednesday, March 26, 2025 –Canary Capital Group, a digital asset investment firm, filed a proposal with U.S. regulators on Monday to launch an exchange-traded fund (ETF) tied to the spot price of Sui, a cryptocurrency linked to the Sui Network blockchain. This filing marks the sixth cryptocurrency-related ETF submission by Canary Capital, reflecting a […]
Catenaa, Wednesday, January 29, 2025 – Cboe BZX Exchange Inc. has refiled 19b-4 applications on behalf of multiple asset managers for a spot Solana exchange-traded fund (ETF), marking another attempt to gain approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The filings, submitted Tuesday, include proposals for the Canary Solana Trust, Bitwise Solana ETF, 21Shares […]
Shanghai, China, Wednesday, January 10, 2024 – The influence of China’s “national team” of State-affiliated institutions in the country’s ETF market appears to be growing, with fresh evidence of their buying activity extending beyond their traditional core players. Reports said that this trend was raising questions about the motives behind these purchases and their potential […]
Catenaa, Thursday, March 20, 2025- The Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) on Monday (17) began trading Solana futures, a move seen as a key step toward the approval of Solana-based exchange-traded funds (ETFs). CME Group, the world’s leading derivatives marketplace, introduced futures contracts in two sizes: a micro contract covering 25 SOL and a larger contract […]
Catenaa, Sunday, March 23, 2025-A Coinbase study conducted with EY-Parthenon found that over 75% of institutional investors plan to increase their exposure to digital assets in 2025, with 59% allocating more than 5% of their assets under management to crypto-related products. The survey, conducted in January as Bitcoin surged past $100,000 to a record high, […]
Catenaa, Tuesday, June 17, 2025-European asset manager CoinShares has joined the growing list of firms seeking US regulatory approval for a spot Solana exchange-traded fund, submitting a Form S-1 registration with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Filed Monday, the CoinShares Solana ETF proposal would enable investors to gain direct exposure to Solana’s price movements. Coinbase […]
NEW YORK, NY, Monday, April 8, 2024- Blockchain software company Consensys is disputing the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) concerns regarding spot Ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs). In a recent comment letter submitted to the regulatory agency, Consensys addressed the SEC’s inquiries about potential fraud and manipulation risks associated with Ethereum’s proof-of-stake (PoS) system, particularly […]
Catenaa, Friday, June 26, 2025-Global crypto investment funds saw $1.24 billion in net inflows last week, marking the tenth consecutive week of positive flows and lifting year-to-date gains to $15.1 billion, according to CoinShares. The rally was led by Bitcoin and Ethereum-based products, which absorbed $1.1 billion and $124 million, respectively. The surge pushed total […]
New York, NY, Monday, February, 19, 2024 – With the recent approval of Bitcoin spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the United States many reports said that the next potential could be Ethereum spot ETFs by as early as May 2024. Industry experts speculate that approval could potentially happen as early as May 2024, building upon […]
New York, NY, Monday, February 19, 2024 – Prominent investment firm Franklin Templeton filed an application with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for the “Franklin Ethereum Trust.” This move follows the recent approval of Bitcoin spot ETFs in the US. Franklin Templeton , manages over $1.4 trillion in assets If approved, the “Franklin Ethereum […]
Catenaa, Friday, February 07, 2025 – Franklin Templeton has filed for a multi-asset cryptocurrency exchange-traded fund (ETF) with the Securities and Exchange Commission(SEC), seeking approval to offer investors exposure to Bitcoin and Ether in a single fund. The Franklin Crypto Index ETF would trade on the Cboe BZX Exchange and track the spot prices of […]
Stamford, Connecticut Tuesday, February 13, 2024 – Grayscale Investments CEO Michael Sonnenshein urged regulators on Monday, February 5, to swiftly approve exchange-traded fund (ETF) options for Bitcoin spot assets, highlighting their potential benefits for investors and price discovery. In an X post, Sonnenshein argued that listed options on Bitcoin spot ETFs would “equip investors with […]
Washington, Thursday, September 07: In a recent development, a three-member panel from the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit delivered a verdict on Tuesday, September 5th, asserting that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) had erred in its decision to deny Grayscale Investments’ request for the listing of an Exchange-Traded […]
Catenaa, Friday, April 11, 2025- Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has granted approval for licensed crypto platforms and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to offer staking services. The development is part of Hong Kong’s broader strategy to become a global cryptocurrency hub. In a statement released Monday, the SFC outlined regulatory guidelines for virtual asset […]
HONG KONG, Friday, July 26, 2024-Hong Kong introduced Asia’s first Bitcoin futures inverse product on July 23, offering investors a way to profit from declines in the cryptocurrency’s price. The CSOP Bitcoin Futures Daily (-1x) Inverse Product, issued by China Southern Asset Management Co., will track the inverse daily performance of the S&P Bitcoin Futures […]
Catenaa, Thursday, March 06, 2025- The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC has submitted a 19b-4 filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to list and trade Grayscale’s spot Hedera (HBAR) exchange-traded fund, marking a crucial step in the ETF approval process. The submission was made in January. This filing follows a similar move for […]
Catenaa, Wednesday, November 20, 2024 – Options trading for BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) is set to begin today on Nasdaq, with Bitwise Bitcoin ETF options scheduled to follow on Wednesday. This significant milestone is expected to amplify institutional interest in cryptocurrency markets, as options trading for Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) becomes a reality. The […]
Stamford, Connecticut, Tuesday, March 12, 2024 – Grayscale Investments, the company behind the world’s largest Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), announced on March 4 the launch of a new cryptocurrency product, the Grayscale Dynamic Income Fund (GDIF). It said the GDIF is a first-of-its-kind actively managed fund for Grayscale, focusing on staking rewards from various Proof-of-Stake […]
Catenaa, Sunday, February 09, 2025 – Purpose Investments has filed a preliminary prospectus with Canadian regulators to launch the world’s first spot XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF), aiming to provide investors with a regulated, long-term exposure to the cryptocurrency. The asset manager, known for introducing the first Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs in Canada in 2021, seeks […]
Catenaa, Thursday, March 20, 2025 – REX Shares and Osprey Funds have filed to launch a new exchange-traded fund (ETF) designed to track the performance of MOVE, a cryptocurrency launched in December 2024. The REX-Osprey MOVE ETF will invest at least 80% of its net assets in MOVE and related assets. If approved by regulators, […]
Catenaa, Friday, April 11, 2025-The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Wednesday approved options trading for spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds, marking a significant expansion of investor tools in the cryptocurrency market. The SEC gave accelerated approval to Nasdaq ISE’s request to list options on the iShares Ethereum Trust. It also cleared NYSE American’s proposals […]
Catenaa, Friday, March 14, 2025- The US Securities and Exchange Commission(SEC) delayed decisions on several altcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) on Tuesday, including proposals for Dogecoin (DOGE), XRP, Litecoin (LTC), and Cardano (ADA). The regulator also postponed rulings on Solana (SOL) ETFs filed by 21Shares, Canary Capital, and VanEck. Despite the setbacks, Bloomberg ETF analyst James […]
Catenaa, Wednesday, May 07, 2025-The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has delayed decisions on two high-profile cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds tied to Dogecoin and XRP, as the agency faces mounting pressure to address a wave of digital asset filings amid a broader shift in its regulatory tone. In twin notices published Tuesday, the SEC said […]
Catenaa,Monday, March 03, 2025-The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has postponed a decision on approving options trading for Ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs), extending its review period beyond the initial deadline, regulators announced Friday. The delay affects multiple exchanges, including the CBOE Exchange, which had proposed listing options for Ethereum ETFs such as the Grayscale […]
WASHINGTON, Monday, April 29, 2024- The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has postponed its decisions on proposals for spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) submitted by Grayscale Investments and Franklin Templeton. This marks the latest development in the ongoing saga of approving a US-based ETF directly tied to the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency. The SEC had […]
Catenaa, Thursday, May 22, 2025- The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Monday delayed its decision on several spot Solana exchange-traded fund applications, citing the need for additional time to assess legal and policy implications tied to the crypto investment products. In filings published Monday, the SEC said it was initiating formal proceedings to […]
Catenaa, Friday, June 06, 2025-The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has flagged compliance issues in the structure of proposed staked Solana and Ether exchange-traded funds, casting uncertainty over their eligibility under current ETF regulations. The SEC raised objections to the funds’ C-corporation structure, used in applications from REX Financial and Osprey Funds, calling it […]
Catenaa, Tuesday, February 11, 2025 – The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has formally acknowledged Grayscale’s amended application for a Solana exchange-traded fund, marking a potential shift in the regulator’s approach to crypto investment products. The February 6 filing opens a 21-day public comment period, allowing stakeholders to submit feedback. The SEC’s acknowledgment is […]
Catenaa, Friday, June 20,2025- The US Securities and Exchange Commission has initiated public comment periods for two cryptocurrency exchange-traded fund proposals from asset manager Franklin Templeton, pushing the review deadline to late July. The SEC announced Tuesday that it is formally considering rule changes to allow the Chicago Board Options Exchange (Cboe BZX) to list […]
Catenaa, Saturday, February 08, 2025 – The US Securities and Exchange Commission(SEC) is seeking public comments on a proposal to convert Grayscale’s Litecoin Trust into an exchange-traded product, signaling continued developments in crypto ETF regulation. In a filing Thursday, the Securities and Exchange Commission acknowledged NYSE Arca’s request on behalf of Grayscale and set a […]
Catenaa, Wednesday, May 28, 2025- The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is expected to approve applications for dual-share-class structures by this summer, Bloomberg reported on Wednesday, allowing managers to add an ETF sleeve to an existing mutual fund. The report said that more than 50 firms, including BlackRock and State Street, are waiting for […]
Catenaa, Saturday, March 08, 2025-South Korea regulators may move closer to approving Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) if Japan gives the green light to similar investment products, according to a new report. The Financial Services Commission (FSC) and the Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) have been closely monitoring Japan’s approach to Bitcoin ETFs, Maeil Kyungjae reported Tuesday. […]
Catenaa, Monday, June 23, 2025-South Korea top financial regulator has submitted a detailed plan to approve spot cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs), signaling a possible end to the nation’s long-standing ban on such products by late 2025. According to Yonhap News Agency, the Financial Services Commission (FSC) presented the roadmap to the Presidential Committee on Policy […]
Catenaa, Wednesday, April 02, 2025- US spot Bitcoin ETFs ended a 10-day inflow streak Friday, with Fidelity’s FBTC losing $93 million, as Bitcoin nears its worst Q1 close since 2018. Earlier last week the US spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds recorded their longest inflow streak of the year, surpassing $1 billion. The ETFs had added over […]
Catenaa, Tuesday, June 17, 2025-Investment giants including Franklin Templeton, Fidelity, Grayscale, Galaxy Digital, and VanEck submitted updated S-1 registration filings on Friday in a move widely seen as bringing spot Solana ETFs closer to regulatory approval. The filings, which were made public late Friday, followed reported requests from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for […]
Catenaa, Tuesday, April 08, 2025- Teucrium Investment Advisors are launching a leveraged exchange-traded fund (ETF) linked to cryptocurrency XRP, the asset at the center of a recently ended probe of Ripple Labs by US regulators. According to the company’s website, the Teucrium 2x Long Daily XRP ETF, which aims to use swaps to offer twice […]
Catenaa, Sunday, June 08, 2025-Truth Social, the media platform tied to President Donald Trump, has filed a Form S-1 with the US Securities and Exchange Commission seeking to launch a spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund, deepening the Trump-linked push into digital assets. The filing, submitted by Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG), aims to list the […]
Washington, DC, Wednesday, January 10, 2024 – Amidst great anticipation the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) today (Wednesday, January 10, 2024) approved the listing and trading of multiple Spot Bitcoin exchange-traded products (ETPs), marking a milestone for the cryptocurrency market. The decision comes after years of SEC resistance to Bitcoin ETFs, with Chair Gary […]
NEW YORK, September 29 — Valkyrie Funds, one of the companies seeking to launch Ethereum ETF in the United States, said it has halted its purchase of ETH futures contracts. The company shared its decision on Friday, September 29, 2023, through a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. However, the filing did not offer […]
Catenaa, Friday, January 17, 2025-Investment manager VanEck has filed a prospectus with the US Securities and Exchange Commission for its new “Onchain Economy” ETF, aiming to invest in companies shaping the digital asset ecosystem. The proposed fund would allocate at least 80% of its net assets to firms in the digital transformation space, including cryptocurrency […]
Table of Content Following the SEC’s conclusion that Ethereum is not a security, the prospect of a Spot Ethereum ETF approval by “the end of summer” has sent ripples of excitement through the cryptocurrency world. The regulatory stance marks a positive step forward, paving the way for Ethereum to enter the mainstream financial arena. ETFs […]