SEC Considers Rule Change for Bitcoin Options Trading

As a researcher with a background in finance and experience following the regulatory landscape of cryptocurrencies, I have closely monitored the ongoing debate surrounding options trading on Bitcoin ETFs. The SEC’s recent call for public comments is an important development in this long-standing struggle between regulators and crypto firms.


The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has been pondering over a proposed regulation enabling options trading on Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs). The SEC invites the general public to share their thoughts on this issue before May 15, 2023, by submitting their comments.

As an analyst, I’ve been following the ongoing saga surrounding the approval of Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) by regulators and cryptocurrency firms. Recently, there has been progress with the approval of a spot Bitcoin ETF. However, the regulator is still deliberating on whether to give the go-ahead for options on the Bitcoin ETF product.

Supporters of options trading argue that it provides an extra layer of safety and risk management. However, from the perspective of opponents, this could potentially increase Bitcoin’s price volatility.

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2024-04-26 04:52