BlackRock, a global financial leader, has made a significant move into the cryptocurrency market with an amended proposal for a spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), named IBIT, according to a recent S-1 filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
The filing provides detailed insights into the creation and redemption process, a crucial aspect of BlackRock’s ongoing discussions with the SEC. The proposal leans towards a “cash redemption model,” but retains the flexibility for an “in-kind” process, subject to regulatory approval.
This involves continuous issuance and redemption of baskets, predominantly in cash. Bloomberg’s pro-crypto analyst, Eric Balchunas, highlights that BlackRock has opted for a cash-only model, signaling a strategic move ahead of the holiday season.
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