WisdomTree, an asset manager specializing in exchange-traded funds, is vying to become one of the first established U.S. financial firms to offer clients digital assets, including a so-called stablecoin whose value is closely linked to the U.S. dollar.
ETF Giant Leads $17.7M Series A for Blockchain Compliance Startup
WisdomTree was the lead investor in the funding round for Securrency. Other investors include the state-backed Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO).
SEC Delays Decisions on 3 Bitcoin ETF Proposals Until Autumn
The SEC extended the time it would have to make a decision on three different bitcoin ETF proposals Monday.
SEC Begins Accepting Public Comments on ETF Backed by Bitcoin and T-Bills
The SEC has kicked off a public comment period for a proposed ETF backed by bitcoin and T-bills.
Public Perceptions of the Bitcoin Spot Market Are Wrong, Says Bitwise
The bitcoin spot market is “significantly” smaller and more efficient than is generally perceived, says a Bitwise paper sent as comment to the SEC.
SEC Again Delays Decision on Bitwise Bitcoin ETF Approval
A filing from the SEC Tuesday did not advance one of several bitcoin ETF proposals currently waiting for regulatory sign-off.
A New Crypto ETF Has Just Been Filed With the U.S. SEC
A prospectus for a new bitcoin and ether-based exchange-traded fund has just been filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
Blockchain Exchange Secures $50 Million in Diamonds for ETF Launch
Blockchain-based trading platform CEDEX says it now has a trader inventory of 6,000 diamonds as it moves towards launching a diamond ETF.
Road to Consensus with Jake Chervinsky: Crypto Twitter’s Favorite Lawyer
ETF Tied to Bitcoin Futures Withdrawn After SEC Staff Request
The withdrawal of a proposed ETF that would have had exposure to bitcoin futures comes just days after its submission to the SEC.
New Proposed ETF Would Mix Bitcoin Futures With Sovereign Debt
An ETF proposal filed Monday would invest in bitcoin futures and the sovereign debt of several developed countries.
Abra’s Blockchain App to Let Users Make Small Stock, ETF Investments
Abra is adding a new feature to its blockchain-based app that will allow global users to invest in fractions of stocks and ETFs.
Japan’s Financial Regulator May Green Light Crypto ETFs: Report
Japan’s Financial Services Agency is considering the approval of crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs), according to a Bloomberg source.
Not Everyone Wants a Bitcoin ETF
Despite the hype, some experts believe a bitcoin ETF wouldn’t have much long-term impact on the broader market.
SEC Again Delays Decision on VanEck-SolidX Bitcoin ETF
The SEC has postponed its decision deadline on the VanEck/SolidX bitcoin ETF to February 2019.
Bitcoin ETF Seekers Cite Precedent in SEC Presentation on Monday
VanEck, SolidX and Cboe met with SEC staff on Monday to demonstrate how the bitcoin market is ready for an ETF.
SEC Asks for More Comments on Rejected Bitcoin ETFs
The SEC is asking for further comment on nine different bitcoin exchange-traded fund rule change proposals currently under review.
SEC Faces Thursday Deadline for ProShares Bitcoin ETF Decision
The SEC will approve or disapprove a rule change proposal to list the ProShares Bitcoin ETFs sometime this week.
Wall Street Vet Brian Kelly Launches Blockchain ETF
Investment manager Brian Kelly is launching a blockchain-focused exchange-traded fund, or ETF, he announced Wednesday.