BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF proposal gains traction amid rising interest in cryptocurrency

September 19, 2023 10:06 PM AEST | By Investing

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The asset management colossus, BlackRock (NYSE:BLK), is making waves in the financial sector with its proposal to launch a Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF), according to an industry analysis. This move has attracted significant attention due to BlackRock's considerable influence in the global market and its keen interest in the burgeoning cryptocurrency sector.

BlackRock's proposal has been highlighted as particularly noteworthy among potential offerings from other financial giants such as Fidelity, Digital Currency Group, and Franklin Templeton, who recently joined the competition. BlackRock's strong marketing and distribution capabilities are expected to draw a new wave of investors to Bitcoin.

The company's potential entry into the digital currency market is seen as a strong endorsement of cryptocurrency. If successful, this move could inspire other institutional investors to follow suit, further legitimizing Bitcoin within traditional investment circles.

A Bitcoin ETF could provide a regulated and accessible gateway into the cryptocurrency market for conventional investors. Upon approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), it is anticipated to attract a diverse range of investors. This includes everyone from retail traders to institutional players who have been eagerly waiting for a regulated method to engage with the crypto space.

The Bitcoin futures ETFs are already available for public trading. However, these funds do not engage in buying or selling Bitcoin on the open market, which differentiates BlackRock's proposed product.

Experts also noted the broader narrative of Bitcoin as a decentralized digital currency and store of value. They pointed out the upcoming halving event, where the rewards given to miners that secure the Bitcoin protocol will be decreased. The overall sentiment suggests that these developments could pave the way for an impending bull market in Bitcoin.

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This article first appeared in Investing.com

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