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In a huge breakthrough for the cryptocurrency world, Hong Kong is expected to approve exchange-traded funds (ETFs) for Bitcoin and Ethereum as early as next Monday.
This news, reported by Bloomberg, has sparked a wave of confidence in the crypto community, particularly after the extraordinary performance of Spot Bitcoin ETFs in the United States.
Furthermore, the update emphasizes Hong Kong's desire to strengthen its position as a leading hub for digital assets.
Hong Kong Set to Approve First Spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, Eyeing End-of-Month Launch
According to Bloomberg, Hong Kong may soon authorize Spot ETFs to invest directly in Bitcoin and Ethereum, the two most renowned cryptocurrencies. If the speculation is correct, foreign companies such as Harvest Fund Management Co. and a collaboration between Bosera Asset Management (foreign) Co. and HashKey Capital are expected to get approval to develop spot-crypto ETFs.
Notably, these ETFs in Hong Kong are expected to be launched by the end of the month, subject to regulatory clearance from the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) and finalization of listing data with Hong Kong Exchanges & Clearing Ltd.
Meanwhile, the stated clearance follows previous signs that Harvest Fund Management Co. was on track to obtain a license to launch a Spot Bitcoin ETF in Hong Kong. However, neither the SFC nor Harvest have publicly stated the subject.
Furthermore, despite the excitement around the approvals, individuals familiar with the situation say that the timing is still subject to potential last-minute modifications. Furthermore, a prior revelation from CoinGape revealed that Hong Kong had planned to launch the Ethereum ETF before the United States.
Hong Kong Eyes Competitive Edge in Crypto with Upcoming Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs
The upcoming licensing of Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs in Hong Kong could have far-reaching consequences for the global cryptocurrency industry. Notably, the introduction of Spot Bitcoin ETFs in the United States earlier this year has already helped to revitalize the industry, with assets under management totaling around $59 billion.
This inflow of institutional investment has played a critical role in propelling Bitcoin's price to new highs, most recently surpassing $73,700 in mid-March. Hong Kong's decision to welcome crypto ETFs highlights its continued struggle with places such as Singapore and Dubai to portray itself as a prime destination for digital asset companies.
Despite the good information, the Bitcoin price remained near the flatline at $70,762.75 throughout this writing. Its trading volume fell by 20.76% in the last 24 hours, reaching $29.64 billion simultaneously.
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