SEC Stretches Timeline for iShares Ethereum Options Decision
Published Date: 2/13/2025
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Summary
Nasdaq ISE wants to let people trade options on the iShares Ethereum Trust, a popular crypto fund. The SEC is taking extra time to review this idea because they got some feedback and want to be sure it’s safe and fair. This means folks interested in trading these options might have to wait a bit longer before it’s official.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Delay in Approval for ETH ETF Options
Nasdaq ISE filed to list options on the iShares Ethereum Trust on July 22, 2024, and the proposal was published for comment on August 12, 2024. The SEC extended its review by 60 days, moving the deadline from February 8, 2025, to April 9, 2025, so people who want to trade those options will have to wait longer before the SEC approves or disapproves the listing.
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