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Grayscale has successfully converted its famous Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) into a new Bitcoin spot ETF product, marking a pivotal moment for the cryptocurrency industry.
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) granted approval for this conversion on Wednesday, signifying a historic milestone for Grayscale, which was among the 11 firms filing for a spot Bitcoin ETF.
In response to the transformation, it launched a new Grayscale spot Bitcoin ETF commercial, emphasizing the uniqueness of its $GBTC in a tweet. The company’s focus on product development has long been evident, and this move reaffirms its commitment to innovation in the rapidly evolving crypto market.
Notably, Grayscale’s GBTC, with assets totaling $27 billion, had been trading at a discount to the price of Bitcoin since February 2021, hitting record lows of nearly 50% in December 2022. The approval by the SEC opens new avenues for investors and institutions, providing a regulated layer of protection through spot-focused crypto ETFs.
Grayscale joins a select group of approved ETF issuers, including BlackRock‘s iShares Bitcoin Trust, ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF, and others, reflecting the growing acceptance of cryptocurrency in traditional financial markets.
This development signifies a significant shift in the landscape of crypto-focused ETFs in the U.S., which were previously tied to futures contracts for Bitcoin and Ethereum. Spot-focused ETFs allow investors to indirectly own crypto assets through a regulated investment vehicle, presenting a new and accessible avenue for those seeking exposure to the burgeoning digital asset market.
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