Fidelity Investments, the $4.5 trillion asset manager, has taken a pivotal step towards mainstream adoption of cryptocurrencies by filing for SEC registration of its spot bitcoin ETF again.
SEC Registration
The filing, which involves submitting SEC Form 8-A, is a critical step towards making the bitcoin fund available for public trading, pending regulatory approval. By registering with the SEC, Fidelity is demonstrating its commitment to operating its Bitcoin fund under the same regulatory standards as any publicly traded security.
Fidelity’s Seems Confident in Its Proposal
The news comes at a time when crypto markets have seen over $600 million in liquidations yesterday, based on Matrixport’s forecast of the SEC rejecting all spot bitcoin ETF applications. However, Fidelity’s decision to file for SEC registration suggests that it is confident in the strength of its proposal and its ability to meet regulatory requirements.
Fidelity’s Position as an Industry Leader: As a long-time power player in the financial sector, Fidelity’s move towards mainstream Bitcoin adoption is significant. This highlights Fidelity’s position as a leader in the industry and underscores the importance of its decision to file for SEC registration. By registering with the SEC, Fidelity is positioning itself at the forefront of this trend, demonstrating its commitment to innovation and staying ahead of the curve in the rapidly evolving world of cryptocurrencies.
Soon after registering for securities with the SEC for its Bitcoin ETF, Fidelity got the green light from Cboe, which accepted the registration for listing shares of a spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund submitted by Fidelity Investments.
