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SEC Raises Bitcoin ETF Options Limits, Strengthens BlackRock's Position

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently approved a change affecting Bitcoin ETFs by increasing options limits, which may significantly impact the market.

Changes in Options Rules for Bitcoin ETFs

On July 29, the SEC approved a tenfold increase in options limits for Bitcoin ETFs from 25,000 to 250,000 contracts. This modification applies to all exchange-traded funds (ETFs) with listed options, except for Fidelity's Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund (FBTC).

Potential Implications for BlackRock's IBIT

BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) stands to benefit from the new limits, as highlighted by NYDIG's head of research Greg Cipolaro. He states that this change might widen IBIT's 'monstrous' advantage over other funds like FBTC.

The change is likely to widen the monstrous lead that IBIT already has over the other players, while it hobbles FBTC's position as the second-largest options player.Greg Cipolaro

Overall Market Effects and Institutional Investment

The SEC's move may attract more institutional investors by reducing Bitcoin's price volatility. More predictable price swings could create interest among investors and potentially lead to significant shifts in market structure. Cipolaro further noted that this could draw in fresh capital and boost demand for spot ETFs.

The SEC's decision to raise options limits for Bitcoin ETFs opens new opportunities for funds like IBIT and may reshape the landscape for institutional investment in Bitcoin.

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