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Bitcoin ETF frenzy: SEC Social Media Hack Sends Cryptocurrency Market Into Chaos

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The SEC's X account hacked, false Bitcoin ETF approval sends shockwaves through the market!

The cryptocurrency market was thrown into chaos after a false announcement on the SEC's social media account claimed the approval of a spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF). Bitcoin prices swung sharply as investors reacted to the misleading post, highlighting the sensitivity and volatility of the market to regulatory news. The SEC clarified that its X account was compromised, denying any approval of Bitcoin ETFs, leading to confusion and wild fluctuations in cryptocurrency prices. Traders were left on edge as the news spread, showcasing the significant impact of regulatory decisions on the crypto space.

Meanwhile, investors eagerly await the SEC's final decision on the much-anticipated spot Bitcoin ETF, with major asset managers like BlackRock and Fidelity in the race for approval. The potential approval of a Bitcoin ETF is expected to revolutionize the cryptocurrency market, similar to the impact of gold ETFs in 2004. If greenlit, the ETF could attract a new wave of institutional investors and further legitimize Bitcoin as a mainstream financial asset.

In a surprising turn of events, SEC Chair Gary Gensler issued a second crypto warning, emphasizing the need for compliance in the industry. Gensler's cautious stance added to the uncertainty surrounding the ETF decision, with the market eagerly watching for any developments. The frenzy surrounding the Bitcoin ETF decision highlights the growing influence of regulatory bodies in shaping the future of digital assets, underscoring the intricate relationship between government oversight and cryptocurrency market dynamics.

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Huge Bitcoin ETF Insider Leak Powers Bitcoin Price Surge Over ... (Forbes)

1/8 update below. This post was originally published on January 6. Bitcoin and crypto prices—including major coins ethereum, XRP XRP 0.0% and solana—have ...

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Investors are 'the clear winners' as bitcoin ETF fee battle comes into ... (Blockworks)

Planned spot bitcoin funds sporting fees competitive to physical gold offerings “a rather mind-boggling development,” an ETF executive says.

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Price war for spot bitcoin ETF heats up ahead of key SEC ruling (Financial Times)

A fee war has broken out among the asset managers hoping to launch spot bitcoin exchange traded funds in the US, even though the US regulator has not yet ...

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Dollar pulls back, bitcoin jumps ahead of ETF approval deadline (Reuters)

The dollar paused its rally on Tuesday, as traders reaffirmed their bets for a slew of Federal Reserve rate cuts this year on the belief that inflation in ...

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Gary Gensler issues crypto warning amid Bitcoin ETF decision (crypto.news)

SEC Chairman Gary Gensler's recent crypto warnings coincide with major asset managers filing for Bitcoin ETF approval, signaling regulatory scrutiny.

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Surging Bitcoin hits two-year high as key decision imminent (9News)

Now, US regulators are expected to greenlight applications for the very first spot Bitcoin ETF, or exchange-traded fund, in the American market. Those ...

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Cryptoverse: Bitcoin derivatives traders bet billions on ETF future (Reuters)

Jan 9 (Reuters) - Will they, won't they? U.S. regulators are keeping crypto players on the edge of their seats as they weigh whether to give their blessing ...

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SEC: Bitcoin rally cools in countdown to US spot ETF decision (The Australian Financial Review)

The world's largest cryptocurrency surged past $US47,000 on hopes the SEC will finally approve a bitcoin ETF this week.

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Bitcoin price skyrockets over major change (NEWS.com.au)

Bitcoin to soar as ETFs on cusp of approval ... The price of Bitcoin is spiking and one analyst predicts it could more than triple in value and hit $300,000 by ...

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Bitcoin price rockets to 21-month highs. Here's why (Motley Fool Australia)

The Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) price leapt more than 9% overnight to trade at 21-month highs. Here's what you need to know.

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Bitcoin Rally Cools in Countdown to US Spot ETF Decision by SEC ... (BNN)

Prospective issuers such as BlackRock Inc., Fidelity Investments and Ark Investment Management updated paperwork with the Securities and Exchange Commission, ...

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Bitcoin touches $47000 for the first time since April 2022 as ... (CNBC)

Bitcoin rose to a 21-month high above $47,000 to start the week. · Key fee disclosures submitted by potential bitcoin ETF issuers bolstered investors' confidence ...

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SEC Issues Sudden Warning As Bitcoin ETF Race Primes Crypto ... (Forbes)

The chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Gary Gensler, has warned bitcoin and crypto companies may not be complying with federal ...

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Brace for wild swings as Bitcoin nears two-year high, Fidelity says (DL News)

Bitcoin traded around its highest level in nearly two years overnight, changing hands for more than $47000 on some exchanges.

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Valkyrie cofounder predicts Wednesday approval amid Bitcoin ETF ... (Fortune)

Everyone in the crypto world has Wednesday circled on their calendar: It's the day the SEC is expected to finally approve spot Bitcoin ETFs, a vehicle that ...

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Dollar mixed before inflation data, bitcoin slips (CNBC)

The dollar was mixed on Tuesday as traders reaffirmed their bets for a slew of Federal Reserve rate cuts on the belief that inflation is slowing.

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Coinbase says Bitcoin, Ethereum current cycles resemble 2018-2022 (crypto.news)

Bitcoin and Ethereum are seemingly following the pattern of previous years, when their prices jumped by 500% and 1000% respectively, Coinbase Research says.

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Bitcoin price skyrockets over major change (Herald Sun)

Bitcoin has risen above $US47,000 (A$70000) for the first time since April 2022 and one analyst is predicting it could more than triple in value to be worth ...

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Bitcoin ETF: SEC's Quick Feedback, Warnings, and Odds Hint ... (Finance Magnates)

Now, the SEC only has two working days to announce its decision on spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund as the Wednesday deadline is looming.

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This week's bitcoin ETF decision could drive the cryptocurrency to ... (CNBC)

Approval of an exchange-traded fund could revolutionize bitcoin the way it did gold in 2004, according to Standard Chartered.

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Fee war breaks out among bitcoin ETF filers, as Wall Street looks ... (Pensions & Investments)

The SEC's approval still hangs in the balance, but Bitwise and Grayscale currently rank as the cheapest and most expensive ETFs, respectively.

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The SEC may not vote on bitcoin ETFs, but they could still launch (Blockworks)

The SEC has not scheduled a meeting before its deadline to approve Ark and 21Shares' spot bitcoin ETF application.

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'All indications' point to Wednesday approval, Thursday launch for ... (Blockworks)

The Securities and Exchange Commission is expected to make a decision on proposed spot bitcoin ETFs Wednesday.

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Bitcoin rises 6.8% to $46943 (Reuters)

Ether , the coin linked to the ethereum blockchain network, rose 5% to $2,338.6 on Monday, adding $115.8 to its previous close. Reporting by Gnaneshwar Rajan in ...

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Is a bitcoin ETF approval priced in? In the short term, probably (Blockworks)

If a bitcoin ETF starts trading, there is no telling what it could do to the cryptocurrency's price, analysts say.

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A New Chapter in Crypto: Imminent Approval of Bitcoin ETFs and the ... (Disrupt Africa)

The crypto community is abuzz with anticipation as the possibility of Bitcoin ETF (exchange-traded fund) approval looms on the horizon.

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Gary Gensler issues crypto warning (again) ahead of Bitcoin ETF ... (The Block - Crypto News)

Gary Gensler issued a second warning this week to investors a day ahead of an anticipated spot Bitcoin ETF decision.

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SEC says it did not yet approve Bitcoin ETF, X account was ... (CNBC)

The Securities and Exchange Commission said Tuesday afternoon that an announcement about bitcoin ETFs on social media was incorrect.

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Spot Bitcoin ETF Issuers Unveil Expenses—Here's How They ... (Investopedia)

The Securities and Exchange Commission is widely expected to approve the first Bitcoin spot exchange-traded fund (ETF) this week.

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Bitcoin price plunges after SEC says X account 'compromised' after ... (DL News)

The US Securities and Exchange Commission approved spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds for the first time.

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Bitcoin swings sharply after false claim that SEC approved ETFs (Financial Times)

Prices of cryptocurrencies swung sharply on Tuesday after a false post on the US Securities and Exchange Commission's official X account claimed the ...

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SEC Says Its X Account Was Compromised to Falsely Say Bitcoin ... (TIME)

The SEC said it had not yet granted approval of spot-Bitcoin exchange traded funds, despite a post on X that appeared from the regulator's official account.

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SEC probing fake post on its X account, bitcoin ETFs not yet approved (Reuters)

The U.S. securities regulator said someone briefly accessed its X social media account on Tuesday and posted a fake message saying it had approved exchange ...

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SEC's X Account Hacked, Causing Frenzy Over Bitcoin ETF (The New York Times)

The X account of the Securities and Exchange Commission announced the approval of an investment product linked to Bitcoin. It wasn't true.

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Bitcoin price plunges after SEC says X account 'compromised' amid ... (DL News)

The Securities and Exchange Commission told DL News: “The unauthorised tweet regarding bitcoin ETFs was not made by the SEC or its staff.”

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SEC says 'compromised' account to blame for tweet approving ... (The Guardian)

Price of bitcoin briefly spikes more than $1000 as ETF would give a way to invest without having to buy outright on a crypto exchange.

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SEC social media account hacked to falsely say Bitcoin ETFs ... (The Sydney Morning Herald)

A highly anticipated decision by the US Securities and Exchange Commission on whether to approve a spot-Bitcoin exchange-traded fund quickly morphed into a ...

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Bitcoin ETF: Cryptocurrency's price swings wildly after 'unauthorised ... (The Australian Financial Review)

But the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) shortly after said the announcement, in a post on X, was not made by its staff, confusing investors and sending ...

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SEC Chair Denies Bitcoin ETF Approved, Says X Account Was ... (Voice of America)

Chairman Gary Gensler said on his personal account that the SEC had not approved the listing and trading of spot bitcoin exchange-traded products.

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Inflation eases to 4.3pc; 'Unauthorised' SEC tweet rocks bitcoin ... (The Australian Financial Review)

The ASX has pared back early losses to trade 0.1 per cent lower near noon AEDT after Australia's November inflation gauge came in cooler than expected. Follow ...

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