2025-03072Notice

SEC Buys Time on Bitcoin ETF Trading Limits Proposal

Published Date: 2/26/2025

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Summary

The SEC is taking extra time to review Nasdaq ISE’s proposed changes to position and exercise limits for the iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF, which could affect traders and investors. This means more time to decide on new flexible options that might impact how much Bitcoin ETF contracts people can hold or trade. The decision deadline is now extended to April 6, 2025, giving everyone a bit more wait before any money moves happen.

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SEC delays decision on Bitcoin ETF options

If you trade or invest in iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF options, the SEC has extended its decision deadline to April 6, 2025. Nasdaq ISE filed the proposed rule change on December 20, 2024, the proposal was published January 6, 2025, the original 45-day review date was February 20, 2025, and the Commission is taking extra time before it approves, disapproves, or opens proceedings.

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2/26/2025
4/6/2025

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