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The SEC has approved the listing of the eco-conscious 7RCC Bitcoin ETF on the NYSE Arca exchange, marking a significant milestone. This approval aligns with the CFTC's recent clearance for spot Bitcoin options trading. The 7RCC ETF will allocate 80% of its assets to Bitcoin and 20% to Carbon Credit ...
SEC approves listing of 7RCC Bitcoin ETF on NYSE Arca exchange, marking significant progress in regulatory support for innovative financial instruments.
7RCC's ETF allocation includes 80% to Bitcoin and 20% to Carbon Credit Futures, tied to environmental initiatives.
CFTC clears path for spot Bitcoin options trading, signaling expanded investment opportunities in cryptocurrency and sustainable markets.
The SEC has approved the listing of the eco-conscious 7RCC Bitcoin ETF on the NYSE Arca exchange, marking a significant milestone. This approval aligns with the CFTC's recent clearance for spot Bitcoin options trading. The 7RCC ETF will allocate 80% of its assets to Bitcoin and 20% to Carbon Credit Futures, based on environmental initiatives such as the EU Emissions Trading System and the California Carbon Allowance. The SEC's approval coincides with the CFTC's announcement that it no longer oversees clearing for spot Bitcoin ETF options, signaling regulatory progress for innovative financial instruments. These developments open up expanded investment opportunities in cryptocurrency and sustainable markets.
The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved listing the eco-conscious 7RCC Bitcoin ETF on the NYSE Arca exchange. This milestone aligns with recent progress from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), which cleared the spot Bitcoin options trading path.
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On November 15, the SEC approved a rule change allowing 7RCC to list and trade its Spot Bitcoin and Carbon Credit Futures ETF. This decision comes nearly a year after 7RCC filed its initial prospectus in December 2023. The application underwent four amendments during its review process, which began in March. The fund aims to allocate 80% of its assets to Bitcoin and 20% to financial instruments tied to Carbon Credit Futures. These futures will be based on indices linked to environmental initiatives, including the European Union Emissions Trading System, the California Carbon Allowance, and the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative.
“The Fund will gain exposure to these Carbon Credit Futures only by investing directly in only such futures contracts. The Fund does not intend to invest in Carbon Credit Futures specifically linked to bitcoin mining or other related processes,” The SEC wrote. Carbon credit futures are financial tools that allow trading based on the anticipated value of carbon credits. These instruments help manage regulatory risks while supporting environmentally responsible investing. 7RCC stated that Gemini would serve as the custodian of its Bitcoin holdings.
Meanwhile, the SEC’s approval coincides with an announcement from the CFTC’s Division of Clearing and Risk. The regulator stated that it no longer oversees clearing for spot Bitcoin ETFs options. The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC), which handles all equity options clearing and settlement, now takes the lead in this area. This development signals significant progress for the launch of spot Bitcoin ETF options. Analysts, including Bloomberg Senior ETF Analyst Eric Balchunas, view the CFTC’s notice as a key step forward.
“The CFTC just dropped a notice clearing the way for spot bitcoin ETF options to be listed. This is the second hurdle they needed to clear after the SEC. Ball now in OCC’s court and they are into it, so they’ll probably list very soon,” Balchunas stated.
The approval of the 7RCC Bitcoin ETF and the CFTC’s move highlights growing regulatory support for innovative financial instruments. These developments pave the way for expanded investment opportunities in both cryptocurrency and sustainable markets.