Crypto
ETF
Spot Bitcoin ETF expected by just 39% of financial advisors this year: Bitwise survey
Other analysts and research firms predict a 90% chance of approval in January.
ETF
Polymarket ETF odds fell to 70%, BTC saw 8% flash crash amidst Matrixport prediction
Polymarket's spot Bitcoin ETF odds take a tumble as Matrixport report casts doubt on SEC approval prospects.
ETF
BlackRock and Grayscale could add Goldman Sachs as authorized ETF participant
Both firms are seeking spot Bitcoin ETFs that could be approved this month.
Regulation
OKX will test UK users to comply with FCA promotional rules
OKX implements rigorous user questionnaires in the UK to align with FCA's stringent crypto promotion rules.
Taxes
Crypto tax rules now require reporting of transactions over $10k
New IRS mandate for crypto transactions over $10,000 sparks concern and legal challenge from CoinCenter.
ETF
Spot Bitcoin ETFs could get end-of-week approval, FOX reporters say
Amid extensive engagement and amendments, potential spot Bitcoin ETF approvals loom as SEC reviews final applications.
Hacks
Orbit Chain confirms hack estimated at $81M
One expert believes the attack is linked to North Korea.
AI
U.S. chief justice says AI will transform legal system, but won’t replace lawyers
Chief Justice John Roberts commented on AI in a year-end-report.
ETF
SEC could inform spot Bitcoin ETF applicants of approval by Jan. 3
Firms may be notified on Tuesday or Wednesday to prepare for a Jan. 10 launch.
ETF
VanEck updates spot Bitcoin ETF filing and releases teaser ad
VanEck amends spot Bitcoin ETF filing, emphasizing cash transactions and hints at Coinbase Custody partnership.
ETF
Coinbase says custodial arm has ‘extensively prepared’ for spot Bitcoin ETF
Coinbase Custody has reportedly replaced its CEO as ETF approvals loom.
ETF
BlackRock names JPM, Jane Street as authorized participants for spot Bitcoin ETF
Valkyrie separately named Cantor Fitzgerald and Jane Street as filling that role.