CFTC Chair Explains Why US Has Regulated Bitcoin Futures but Not Bitcoin ETFs

The chairman of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has explained why bitcoin futures have been approved in the U.S. but bitcoin ETFs have not. He also shared his thoughts on the future of cryptocurrencies and how they can potentially solve currency-related problems in as much as two-thirds of the world’s countries. Also read: 160 … Read more

Bitcoin Price Watch: Week in Review for the Leading Figure of Crypto

At press time, the father of cryptocurrency is trading for just shy of $6,600 ($6,575). This is about $100 less than where it stood yesterday. It is unclear if this is some sort of correction attempt on the currency’s part. As we near the end of the week, it’s interesting to see how bitcoin has … Read more

Bitcoin Price Watch: Currency Stays Put, but Is It Becoming More Mainstream?

The father of cryptocurrency is still trading for over $6,600. The currency is managing to retain its ground despite a few ups and downs in the market and incoming news trends. One source lists several reasons as to why bitcoin is becoming more mainstream, and why its price could climb significantly in the coming weeks. … Read more

Bitcoin Price Watch: Price Falls, but Trends Remain High

At press time, the father of crypto has dropped by roughly $100 and is trading for approximately $6,680. Overall, this has been a relatively positive week for the master of cryptocurrencies. While the price may be down for the time being, the asset did manage to retain its $6,700 price range for several days. This … Read more

Bitcoin Price Watch: Is Another Bull Run in Store?

At press time, bitcoin is trading for over $6,700. That’s roughly $400 more than where it’s stood over the past week, and many are wondering if a year-end bull run is at hand. Recently, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) sought further industry help and commentary regarding the bitcoin ETF submitted by joint venture VanEck … Read more

Bitcoin Price Watch: Currency Remains at $7,200, Shows More Stability

At press time, the largest cryptocurrency by market cap remains at $7,200, where it has been for nearly 72 hours. However, the price has bumped itself up just enough that $7,300 is likely right around the corner granted bitcoin can keep up this momentum. According to one analyst, bitcoin is exhibiting great maturity, and it’s … Read more

SEC Rejects 9 ETF Proposals From Direxion, ProShares and GraniteShares

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has rejected applications from three applicants for nine Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The agency disapproved five leveraged and inverse ETFs from Direxion, one from GraniteShares, and another two from ProShares which would have tracked Bitcoin futures contracts. The rejections came only a day ahead of the deadline. Grounds for … Read more

Bitcoin Price Watch: Currency Shows Signs of Maturing, Hits $6,700

At press time, the father of cryptocurrency has jumped to $6,700 – the highest it’s been in a while. This is about $200 “taller” than where it stood just 24 hours ago. Many sources claim that the bitcoin market is beginning to show signs of maturing. The latest sign comes by way of the Security … Read more

SEC Wants Second Look at Nine Bitcoin ETFs

One day after the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) rejected proposed rule changes for nine bitcoin ETFs, the Commission initiated a review of all related decisions. Three rejection orders made on August 22 are now stayed pending the review by the SEC Chairman and the Commissioners. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto … Read more

Bitcoin ETFs Rejected Again: SEC Denies 9 Hopefuls in 3 Decisions

The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued three published decisions, covering nine different Bitcoin ETFs. Applications put forward by Direxion, Pro Shares, and Granite Shares were rejected along largely the same lines of argument. Also read: Meet Bitmain Founder Jihan Wu: A Most Important Man in Crypto Bitcoin ETFs Denied in Three Published … Read more