As the crypto community eagerly anticipates the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) decision on spot Bitcoin ETFs, major financial firms including BlackRock, Fidelity, and Invesco have completed their offerings' paperwork. These firms, along with others such as Valkyrie and Bitwise, revealed key details about their ETFs, such as partnerships and fees, in anticipation of approval. This move suggests a readiness to enter the market as soon as the SEC's decision is announced, expected in early 2024.
The SEC's decision, which could end years of stonewalling on spot Bitcoin ETFs, has over a dozen firms vying to offer these products to investors. These ETFs would allow investors to maintain their Bitcoin exposure in conventional brokerage accounts, alongside stocks and bonds. In an effort to avoid picking favorites, the SEC is likely to approve multiple issuers simultaneously. This scenario has motivated firms to ensure all requirements are met in a timely manner.
In terms of competition, the differentiating factor could be fees. Invesco and its partner Galaxy Digital announced they will waive fees for the first six months and for the first $5 billion invested, potentially undercutting Fidelity, which plans to charge 39 basis points. Meanwhile, Bitwise has secured $200 million in seed capital for its ETF, indicating a strong start against competitors like BlackRock.
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