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US SEC Approves Two Major Upgrades for Crypto ETFs: “In-Kind” Redemptions and 10x Options Limit


by Peter Mwangi
for CoinEdition
News and analysis of the SEC's dual approvals for US crypto ETFs, including in-kind redemptions for BTC and ETH, and a 10x options limit increase.
  • SEC approves in-kind creation and redemption for spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs.
  • Position limits for Bitcoin ETF options raised to 250,000 contracts to boost liquidity.
  • FLEX options introduced, allowing customizable Bitcoin ETF derivatives trading terms.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has officially approved “in-kind” creation and redemption for spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs. 

The order, dated July 29, marks a major operational upgrade for the massive and rapidly growing crypto ETP market. 

What does “in-kind” redemption mean for investors?

This regulatory adjustment now allows market participants to exchange actual Bitcoin or Ether directly for ETF shares, and vice-versa. 

The change, which brings crypto ETFs in line with the standard for all other commodity-based funds, is expected to simplify operations, reduce trading costs, and significantly increase tax efficiency for holders.

Related: BlackRock Files for In-Kind ETH ETF Redemptions, Adds $18.9 Million in Ethereum

Which major ETFs are included in the approval?

The SEC’s order approved requests from all major U.S. exchanges, including Nasdaq, NYSE Arca, and Cboe BZX.…

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US SEC Approves Two Major Upgrades for Crypto ETFs: “In-Kind” Redemptions and 10x Options Limit


by Peter Mwangi
for CoinEdition
News and analysis of the SEC's dual approvals for US crypto ETFs, including in-kind redemptions for BTC and ETH, and a 10x options limit increase.
  • SEC approves in-kind creation and redemption for spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs.
  • Position limits for Bitcoin ETF options raised to 250,000 contracts to boost liquidity.
  • FLEX options introduced, allowing customizable Bitcoin ETF derivatives trading terms.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has officially approved “in-kind” creation and redemption for spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs. 

The order, dated July 29, marks a major operational upgrade for the massive and rapidly growing crypto ETP market. 

What does “in-kind” redemption mean for investors?

This regulatory adjustment now allows market participants to exchange actual Bitcoin or Ether directly for ETF shares, and vice-versa. 

The change, which brings crypto ETFs in line with the standard for all other commodity-based funds, is expected to simplify operations, reduce trading costs, and significantly increase tax efficiency for holders.

Related: BlackRock Files for In-Kind ETH ETF Redemptions, Adds $18.9 Million in Ethereum

Which major ETFs are included in the approval?

The SEC’s order approved requests from all major U.S. exchanges, including Nasdaq, NYSE Arca, and Cboe BZX.…

The post US SEC Approves Two Major Upgrades for Crypto ETFs: “In-Kind” Redemptions and 10x Options Limit appeared first on Coin Edition.

Read the article at CoinEdition

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