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BlackRock’s Ethereum ETF Waits for SEC: “Hold on a minute, let’s think this through”

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  • BlackRock, Bitwise, and Grayscale await SEC approval for options trading, raising investor interest in Ethereum products.
  • Options trading allows speculation on price movements, offering flexibility for traders managing their Ethereum investments.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently hit the brakes on its decision regarding options trading for Ethereum ETFs, moving the deadline to November. Initially, the SEC was expected to make a call by the end of September, but they’ve now decided to take extra time to review the proposals from several major players, including BlackRock, Bitwise, and Grayscale.

These funds are waiting on the green light to offer options trading, a tool that allows investors to speculate or protect themselves from price changes in Ethereum.

For now, though, the SEC wants to ensure they fully understand the implications before making any final moves. In BlackRock’s case, they filed for approval back in July through Nasdaq, while Bitwise and Grayscale made similar filings through NYSE American LLC.

This isn’t the first time the SEC has played the waiting game with crypto products. Just last week, they approved options trading for Bitcoin ETFs but included restrictions to limit the risks of market manipulation. So, they’re taking a cautious approach with Ethereum as well. It’s like they’re saying, “Hold on a minute, let’s think this through.”

“We believe that the utility of the options, what they provide to the end investor in terms of downside hedging, risk-defined exposures into Bitcoin, really would help the end investor and the ecosystem,” she explained.

For Ethereum investors, options trading is an attractive opportunity. It allows them to hedge their bets or make speculative plays based on expected price movements. Basically, it gives traders a bit more flexibility in how they manage their investments.

That said, the SEC is in no rush. The new deadline gives them until November 10 and 11, 2024, to make a final decision. Until then, the crypto world is left waiting, watching closely to see if the options trading door for Ethereum ETFs will swing open.

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Isai Alexei
Isai Alexei
As a content creator, Isai Alexei holds a degree in Marketing, providing a solid foundation for the exploration of technology and finance. Isai's journey into the crypto space began during academic years, where the transformative potential of blockchain technology was initially grasped. Intrigued, Isai delved deeper, ultimately making the inaugural cryptocurrency investment in Bitcoin. Witnessing the evolution of the crypto landscape has been both exciting and educational. Ethereum, with its smart contract capabilities, stands out as Isai's favorite, reflecting a genuine enthusiasm for cutting-edge web3 technologies. Business Email: [email protected] Phone: +49 160 92211628
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