Bitwise’s ETF Hopes Hang in Limbo After SEC Pauses Approval
Bitwise’s plan to convert its crypto index fund into an ETF hit a snag after the SEC approved—then quickly paused—the move, creating uncertainty for investors.

Bitwise’s plan to convert its crypto index fund into an ETF hit a snag after the SEC approved—then quickly paused—the move, creating uncertainty for investors.
The battle for crypto regulation is heating up—Senate Republicans just unveiled their draft bill, setting the stage for a potential compromise with the House.
BitGo is preparing for a US IPO, filing confidentially with the SEC in a bid to enter public markets.
Even as Bitcoin retreated from its $122K peak last week, MicroStrategy went shopping—adding 6,220 BTC ($739.8M) to its massive stockpile.
Western Union is preparing to enter the stablecoin space, with plans to integrate digital assets into its wallet platform.
China’s Conflux Network plans to issue an offshore yuan-pegged stablecoin in partnership with AnchorX and Eastcompeace Technology, per a Shanghai government report.
Crypto companies seeking federal banking licenses are hitting roadblocks as traditional banks push regulators to slow down the approval process.
The UK government is racing to cash in on a colossal Bitcoin seizure—worth $7 billion—as it scrambles to address a budget shortfall.
Cryptocurrencies collectively surpassed $4 trillion in market value Thursday, marking a pivotal moment in digital asset history.
The US House took a major step toward crypto regulation Thursday, passing the CLARITY Act (294-134), GENIUS Act (308-122), and Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act (219-210).
BlackRock wants to let investors earn yield through its iShares Ethereum Trust (ETHA), filing with the SEC to enable staking.
The UK government is taking steps to ban cryptocurrency donations in political campaigns, aiming to prevent anonymous and foreign funding from distorting elections.
The US House has set the stage for a landmark vote on cryptocurrency regulation after approving H.Res 580 (217-212) late Wednesday.
The cryptocurrency industry is grappling with yet another high-profile hack after BigONE confirmed a $27 million exploit on Wednesday.
Prediction market Polymarket has cleared a major regulatory hurdle after US authorities dropped investigations into its operations.

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