The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has granted approval for the listing and trading of options on the Ishares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), a product by Blackrock. This decision introduces a new financial instrument aimed at providing investors with the ability to hedge and manage risk associated with bitcoin exposure. These options will be physically […]
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According to the latest figures, bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) brought in $158.21 million in inflows on Thursday, while ether ETFs saw $5.24 million in deposits. Bitcoin, Ether ETFs Show Positive Inflows as Reserves Climb Leading the charge on Thursday, Ark Invest and 21shares’ ARKB fund attracted a hefty $81.07 million. Fidelity’s FBTC followed closely, reeling
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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is seeking public input on a proposal by Cboe BZX Exchange to add new custodians for bitcoin and ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The plan aims to enhance security by adding Anchorage Digital Bank and Bitgo alongside Coinbase as custodians for bitcoin and ether holdings. SEC Reviews Proposal for
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This week, Cryptoquant researchers highlighted a new rivalry heating up in the wrapped bitcoin market, with Coinbase’s cbBTC stepping up to challenge Bitgo’s long-established reign. Coinbase’s Wrapped Bitcoin Token cbBTC Shakes Up Market Coinbase introduced its wrapped bitcoin token, cbBTC, in mid-September 2024, and it has swiftly expanded to a supply of 1,670 cbBTC, according
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On Thursday, bitcoin (BTC) soared to a peak of $63,882, marking a 7.8% increase against the U.S. dollar over the past month. During this same period, approximately $6.36 billion worth of BTC was pulled from crypto exchanges, hitting levels not seen since early November 2018. More Than 100,000 Bitcoin Removed From Digital Currency Trading Platforms
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In a recent report, Blackrock, the largest digital asset manager, explores bitcoin’s role as a unique investment diversifier, highlighting its distinct risk and return factors compared to traditional assets. The financial institution’s report also discusses bitcoin’s growing appeal among institutional investors. Blackrock Report Sees Bitcoin as a Key Asset for Long-Term Portfolio Diversification Blackrock, the
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Bitcoin’s market is currently experiencing a period of stagnation, characterized by minimal capital inflows and outflows. According to an onchain analysis from Glassnode, researchers highlight that this inactivity may lead to heightened volatility in the near future. Glassnode Analysis Warns of Potential Volatility Glassnode’s report with researchers Ukuria OC and Cryptovizart reveals that demand for
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Bitcoin saw its value leap to $61,331 on Tuesday, just a day before members of the U.S. Federal Reserve convene to discuss a potential rate cut for federal funds. While BTC posted a 5% gain, stock markets exhibited mixed signals, hovering near previous highs, and gold dipped more than half a percent that day. Bitcoin
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According to the latest crypto exchange-traded fund (ETF) data, spot bitcoin ETFs snagged $12.9 million in gains on Monday, while spot ethereum ETFs faced a $9.51 million loss. Bitcoin ETFs Continue to Grow, While Ethereum Funds Lose Ground Leading the charge among the 12 bitcoin funds was Blackrock‘s IBIT, which pulled in $15.82 million in
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On Monday, U.S.-based Microstrategy, the publicly traded business intelligence (BI) company, unveiled plans for a private offering of $700 million in convertible senior notes. The BI firm plans to raise capital to pay off existing debt and purchase more bitcoin. Microstrategy Reveals Another Private Offering According to Microstrategy’s (Nasdaq: MSTR) announcement, the notes, set to
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