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Post SEC Chairman’s Comments, Invesco Files for Bitcoin Strategy ETF
By Bhushan Akolkar
August 6th, 2021
Following SEC’s suggestion, the Invesco Bitcoin Strategy ETF won’t be directly investing in BTC but rather in other BTC-linked private instruments or exchange-traded products (ETPs).
SEC vs Ripple: Ripple to Gain Access to Binance Documents
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo
August 5th, 2021
The request was granted by US Magistrate Judge Sarah Netburn to Garlinghouse’s motion to Obtain international discovery of Binance records.
Victory Capital Applies to US SEC for Crypto ETF
By Ibukun Ogundare
August 5th, 2021
According to the application submitted, Victory Capital desires to list an ETF tracking the Nasdaq Crypto Index as a part of its contract with Hashdex.
US SEC Chairman Gary Gensler Speaks on Crypto Regulations, Seeks Help from Congress
By Bhushan Akolkar
August 4th, 2021
The newly-appointed SEC Chairman Gary Gensler gave the most elaborated briefing of his view on cryptocurrencies and the need of higher regulatory oversight.
Crypto Asset Management Firm Arca Launches Arca Digital Yield Fund
By Bhushan Akolkar
August 3rd, 2021
The Arca Digital Yield will be the first of its kine actively managed fund in the crypto space providing more investment flexibility than the passive counterparts.
SEC Investigates PayPal Swipe Fees Paid to Bank Behind Debit Cards, PYPL Stock down 6%
By Darya Rudz
July 30th, 2021
According to the regulatory filing of California-based San Jose company, the agency is also investigating how PayPal reports marketing fees it earns from its branded-card program. Notably, PayPal is cooperating with the investigation.
Robinhood Secures $32B Valuation in IPO, Set to Debut on Nasdaq Exchange
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo
July 29th, 2021
The shares are expected to begin trading on the Nasdaq Global Select Market on July 29, 2021, under the ticker symbol “HOOD”.
UBS to Offer European Hedge Funds with Brokerage Services for Crypto ETPs
By Bhushan Akolkar
July 29th, 2021
UBS is currently doing an internal review of its brokerage service and has launched a pilot scheme for its premium clients.
Goldman Sachs Files Crypto-Related ETF Application with SEC
By Tolu Ajiboye
July 27th, 2021
Goldman Sachs plans to create an ETF linked to companies like Nokia, Facebook, Microsoft etc. The ETF will mimic the German Solactive Index.
Coinbase Believes Bitcoin ETF Approval Likely by This Year End
By Bhushan Akolkar
July 27th, 2021
Crypto exchange Coinbase believes that the US SEC is slowly warming up to Bitcoin derivative products as the market continues to expand with higher institutional participation.
$35B AUM Global X Files for Bitcoin ETF Dubbed Global X Bitcoin Trust with SEC
By Steve Muchoki
July 22nd, 2021
Global X Bitcoin Trust ETF will reflect the performance of the price of Bitcoin minus the accrued expense of the trust.
Stellar Foundation and Advent to Purchase MoneyGram for Undisclosed Amount
By Tolu Ajiboye
July 22nd, 2021
Stellar and Advent have joined a list of companies including Ant Group and Western Union, to pitch for an acquisition of MoneyGram.
Argo Blockchain to Issue ADS in US to Effect Its Dual Listing Plans
By Godfrey Benjamin
July 21st, 2021
The public stock market listing plans by Argo Blockchain will help complement its ongoing efforts to expand to American markets.
Bill Ackman Cancels SPAC Plan for Universal Group Deal amid Regulatory Scrutiny
By Bhushan Akolkar
July 20th, 2021
The US SEC along with some investors raised concerns over the $4 billion investment in Universal Group via the SPAC – Pershing Square Tontine Holdings (PSTH). Ackman shall now fund this investment through his Pershing Square hedge fund.
Robinhood Plans to Raise $2B in IPO, Pegs $35B Valuation
By Bhushan Akolkar
July 19th, 2021
Robinhood is planning to release 55 million shares in the open market as it plans to reserve 20% to 35% of Class A shares for its customers.