Bitcoin $101,258 continues to reach new all-time highs, surpassing $104,000 and now stabilizing in six-figure levels. BlackRock, IBIT, and ETHA ETFs have increased interest in cryptocurrencies. However, the company remains distant from other crypto ETF applications.
BlackRock’s Crypto ETF Policy
Due to BlackRock’s impressive 99.9% ETF approval rate, there is a rising demand for more altcoin ETF applications. When the ETH ETF application was announced, many were confident of future approvals because BlackRock was involved. Currently, the firm prefers to focus on Bitcoin and Ethereum $3,904 ETFs. Eric Balchunas, a senior ETF analyst at Bloomberg, revealed in a conversation with BlackRock’s Jet Jacobs that the company wishes to work more on Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs.
“We are only scratching the surface with Bitcoin and especially Ethereum. Since our clients own very few IBIT and ETHA, we are focusing on developing these instead of launching new altcoin ETFs.” — Jay Jacobs, BlackRock
BlackRock’s cautious approach to delaying new crypto ETFs has been positively received by investors. One investor commented, “A step-by-step approach is better for crypto. Launching a new ETF too quickly only increases volatility.”
Growth in Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs
The significant success of Bitcoin ETFs has led to a notable increase in ETF demand. Spot Bitcoin ETFs stayed in net inflow for 11 consecutive days, recording a $598 million inflow on December 12. Meanwhile, ETHA achieved net inflows for 14 days straight, reaching $274 million on the same date.
Bitwise took a significant step towards adoption by filing for a Crypto Index ETF with the U.S. SEC. Mike Venuto at Tidal noted that all options strategies connected to companies like Bitcoin, Nvidia, Tesla, and MicroStrategy will become widespread in the future.
“Every option strategy you can think of will connect Bitcoin, Nvidia, Tesla, and MicroStrategy to ETFs. It’s coming.” — Mike Venuto, Tidal
With a focus on sustainable growth and informed adoption, BlackRock has decided to implement new crypto ETFs cautiously. According to Bloomberg analysts, the firm continues to concentrate on existing Spot ETFs for Bitcoin and Ethereum. This decision has garnered support from investors aiming for financial stability.
The success of Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs has increased their impact on investors and Bitcoin prices. Currently, with Bitcoin prices above $100,000, BlackRock’s strategy appears to aim at providing market balance and long-term stability.