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Cryptocurrency News Articles
The SEC Approves Options Trading for the BlackRock Bitcoin ETF (BTC)
Sep 25, 2024 at 05:29 pm
The landmark decision, which applies to the BlackRock Bitcoin ETF, marks the first time the SEC has permitted options trading on a Bitcoin ETF
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved an application by Cboe Global Markets, Inc. to list and trade options on the BlackRock Bitcoin ETF (NYSE Arca: BITO), according to a statement on Friday.
The approval marks the first time the SEC has permitted options trading on a Bitcoin ETF, opening up a new avenue for investors to gain exposure to the world's largest cryptocurrency.
Institutions like BlackRock and Coinbase stand to benefit from the increased liquidity and trading activity that options on BITO are likely to generate.
In a post on X, crypto lawyer Sasha Hodder highlighted the positive implications of regulated leverage for a supply-constrained asset like Bitcoin.
Others have suggested that external pressures on institutions like Coinbase and BlackRock may have influenced the SEC's decision.
In tandem with the SEC's approval, BlackRock has revised its custodial agreement with Coinbase, mandating the exchange to process digital asset withdrawals within 12 hours of receiving instructions.
This operational enhancement aims to bolster trust and efficiency for institutional investors engaging with Bitcoin ETFs.
The revised agreement highlights the growing demand for secure and timely access to digital assets as institutional participation in the Bitcoin market continues to expand.
Analysts believe this move could establish a precedent for other asset management firms seeking similar approvals.
ETF specialists Eric Balchunas, a Bloomberg ETF analyst, and Nate Geraci, president of the ETF Store, have predicted in separate analyses that the introduction of options trading will attract more liquidity and stimulate the creation of new Bitcoin-related products.
These could include Bitcoin buffer ETFs, defined outcome ETFs, premium income strategies, and tail-risk management tools, providing investors with increased flexibility in portfolio allocation and risk management.
The SEC's decision is widely viewed as a significant victory not only for BlackRock but also for the wider cryptocurrency ETF ecosystem.
By enhancing liquidity and fostering innovation, it could broaden the appeal of these financial products to both retail and institutional investors.
The potential for a "gamma squeeze" in Bitcoin's price has also been raised. This phenomenon occurs when rising prices compel market makers to buy more of the underlying asset to cover their options positions, further driving up the price.
Bitcoin's limited supply cap of 21 million coins could amplify this effect, potentially leading to more pronounced price swings, especially during periods of high demand.
In a related development, Nasdaq announced that the SEC has approved its filing for options on the iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (NYSE Arca: IBIT), marking the first such approval for a spot Bitcoin ETF.
Nasdaq executives expressed optimism that the listing and trading of options on IBIT will provide investors with a valuable and cost-effective risk management tool for Bitcoin exposure within their portfolios.
The approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs earlier this year has already fueled a surge in trading volumes. IBIT, for example, has become the world's largest and most liquid Bitcoin ETF, with over $22 billion in assets under management and daily trading volume exceeding 25 million shares.
These recent SEC approvals signal a potential shift in the regulatory landscape for cryptocurrency-related financial products. While challenges and uncertainties persist, these developments suggest a growing acceptance of Bitcoin and other digital assets within mainstream finance.
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