SEC Temporarily Suspends Approval of Bitwise 10 Crypto Index ETF Including BTC Amid Regulatory Review

Key Points

1. The SEC granted preliminary approval for the Bitwise 10 Crypto Index Fund to transition into an ETF, covering assets like Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Solana, and others.

2. The authorization is under review, with a temporary suspension in place for further regulatory evaluation.

3. This cautious approach mirrors previous cases like the Grayscale Digital Large Cap Fund, which also faced a launch suspension after initial approval.

4. Analysts note the SEC's careful stance on cryptocurrency ETFs, especially concerning assets like XRP and ADA.