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The SEC has postponed the decision on BlackRock’s Spot Ethereum ETF, extending the deadline to March 10, 2024. Following the approval of Spot Bitcoin ETFs, BlackRock anticipated swift approval for its Ethereum ETF, but the SEC has delayed decisions on all Spot Bitcoin ETF applications before approval. The SEC’s skepticism toward cryptocurrencies, expressed by Chair Gary Gensler, is evident, leading to concerns about potential delays for Ethereum ETFs from other asset management firms. The commission’s recent decision to delay @fidelity Spot Ethereum ETF application adds to the uncertainty in the cryptocurrency ETF landscape.
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