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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) may soon approve the first American <a href="https://coingape.com/hashdex-combined-bitcoin-and-ethereum-etf-acknowledged-by-us-sec/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ethereum ETFs</a>. Asset managers remain hopeful for a decision by mid-July, even as the deadline for updated submissions has been extended to July 8. This development could mark a significant milestone following the enthusiastic reception of the U.S. <a href="https://coingape.com/spot-bitcoin-etf-shift-trading-patterns-volatility-sees-notable-decline/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">spot Bitcoin ETFs</a> earlier this year. 
<h2 id="strong-sec-nears-approval-for-first-us-ethereum-etfs-strong">SEC Nears Approval for First US Ethereum ETFs</h2> 
The SEC’s recent interactions with Ethereum ETFs applicants suggest a constructive dialogue, with the latest round of feedback involving only minor queries. In May, the commission had already approved an exchange proposal to list these products, signaling forward momentum. However, actual trading cannot commence without a separate, subsequent approval. 
Financial giants like<a href="https://coingape.com/blackrocks-premier-funds-embrace-ibit-in-big-win-for-bitcoin/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> BlackRock Inc</a>., Fidelity Investments, 21Shares, and Invesco are among those awaiting the green light for their Ethereum ETFs. While many details, such as fund fees, remain undisclosed, the anticipation builds on whether these Ether portfolios will mirror the demand seen in January when U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs attracted $52 billion in assets. 
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<h2 id="strong-yieldmax-seeks-sec-nod-for-ether-etf-strong">YieldMax Seeks SEC Nod for Ether ETF</h2> 
<a href="https://coingape.com/yieldmax-applies-for-ether-options-etf-amid-spot-ethereum-etf-s-1-amendments/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">YieldMax</a> has recently joined other firms seeking SEC approval for an innovative Ether-based product. Their proposed Ether Option Income Strategy ETF, intended for listing on the NYSE Arca, employs a synthetic covered call strategy designed to capitalize on the volatility of underlying Spot Ethereum ETFs. This approach aims to generate profits and provide additional income and risk management for investors through the sale of call options. 
Meanwhile, firms like <a href="https://coingape.com/breaking-franklin-templeton-updates-spot-ethereum-etf-with-0-19-fee/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Franklin Templeton</a> and VanEck have already disclosed their ETF fees, which are competitively set at 0.19% and 0.20%, respectively. This transparency could set a precedent for others in the sector, aligning with investor expectations for clear and upfront cost structures. 
As the SEC review process continues, the market response has been mixed. <a href="https://coingape.com/price/ethereum/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ethereum price </a>has recently declined, dropping about 1.48% to $3,411.87, although it has risen by 50% this year. The cryptocurrency sector’s volatility remains critical for potential investors and regulatory bodies. 
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The post <a href="https://coingape.com/sec-could-approve-first-us-ether-etfs-by-mid-july-bloomberg/">SEC Could Approve First US Ether ETFs by Mid-July: Bloomberg</a> appeared first on <a href="https://coingape.com">CoinGape</a>.

SEC Could Approve First US Ether ETFs by Mid-July: Bloomberg

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