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SEC faces decision on Bitcoin ETF approvals amid shutdown concerns

EditorVenkatesh Jartarkar
Published 13/11/2023, 13:24
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WASHINGTON - The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is on the brink of potentially making history in the cryptocurrency market as it considers the approval of several spot Bitcoin ETF applications. This week, starting from Sunday, the SEC is expected to rule on 12 applications for these financial products within a tight eight-day window.

The finance community is closely monitoring the situation, with industry observer Nate Geraci and highlighting the significance of the SEC's upcoming decisions. They suggest that the SEC may opt for batch approvals to ensure fairness and avoid market manipulation claims, which could have far-reaching implications for integrating Bitcoin into mainstream financial services.

The deadline for issuers to submit their applications is Thursday, and any late submissions will not be considered. The timing of these potential approvals is critical as they could significantly boost Bitcoin's value by enabling wider investor access through conventional financial channels.

However, looming over these anticipated decisions is the threat of a U.S. government shutdown due to unresolved political issues. If a shutdown occurs, non-essential services, including some functions of the SEC, could be disrupted. This poses a risk of delaying crucial decisions on financial instruments like Bitcoin ETFs.

Starting Thursday, public comment periods will open for applications from firms such as Hashdex, Franklin Templeton, and Global X. These periods could extend the timeline for approval into January 2024. The SEC also has until January 10, 2024, to decide on Ark Invest's spot Bitcoin ETF application but can approve nine other submissions before then.

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These decisions are set to establish an important precedent for future financial instruments in the crypto market. Amidst this pivotal moment, Cryptopolitan.com has issued a reminder that the information provided should not be considered trading advice.

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