SEC Approves In-Kind ETFs for Bitcoin and Ethereum

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Real Estate | Hydrogen | Blockchain | Artificial Intelligence |

Just hours ago, the SEC quietly made one of the most significant decisions in crypto history — and most people haven’t realized its impact yet. At 10:39 PM CEST on July 29, 2025, the SEC approved in-kind creations and redemptions for both Bitcoin ($BTC) and Ethereum ($ETH) ETFs. This might sound like technical jargon, but the implications are massive — and here’s why it could set off a major shift in global crypto adoption: 1️⃣ Liquidity Explosion In-kind swaps slash costs, tighten price spreads, and flood the market with liquidity — removing key frictions that held back ETF flows. This could be the spark for the next major bull run. 2️⃣ Tax Efficiency No more ETF “tax bombs.” Investors can now defer capital gains, making crypto ETFs far more attractive — potentially unlocking billions in inflows. 3️⃣ Institutional Access Firms can now grab BTC/ETH directly via ETFs. This boosts arbitrage efficiency and could kick off a wave of institutional FOMO. 4️⃣ Mainstream Legitimacy Crypto ETFs now mirror gold funds in structure and function. This is a powerful signal to traditional finance — crypto is maturing, and it’s here to stay. The bottom line: This is a foundational step that brings crypto further into the financial mainstream — with real, tangible momentum behind it. #Crypto #Bitcoin #Ethereum #ETFs #SEC #Web3 #DigitalAssets #Finance #InstitutionalInvesting #MarketUpdate #Blockchain #Blockdeed

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Alex S.

London Blockchain Conference | Event Director | Digital Currency | CBDCs | Keynote

2mo

A huge milestone - this paves the way for broader blockchain asset integration into traditional finance. As infrastructure matures, real-world use cases, from tokenized assets to on-chain compliance could see a massive boost in credibility and adoption. Read more here - https://tinyurl.com/jp6j8mvk

Joseph Murphy

Bay Head Barnacle. Just trying to figure it all out by searching for a cosmic connection between nature, my pictures of the sunrise in particular, and the stock market for that day. Hope you enjoy.

2mo

The fact that this was inevitable does not detract from its magnitude. I have been waiting for this “idea whose time has come” as you so elegantly point out, to get the recognition it deserves for a long time. I was involved in the early adoption of the EFT phenomenon and have been a fan of crypto, as the old country song goes, “before crypto was cool.”

Nabil Hadi

RWA Tokenisation | Web 3.0 | GTM | Partnerships | Author

2mo

What strikes me is the tax angle. By avoiding forced cash redemptions, funds no longer trigger embedded gains that spill over to remaining shareholders. That puts crypto ETFs on the same footing as the largest commodity trusts and removes a quiet drag on long-term performance. For wealth managers who have been on the fence, this closes a key compliance objection.

Absolutely massive moment for crypto—and it’s exactly the kind of regulatory milestone Jetvoy was built for. The SEC’s approval of in-kind creations/redemptions for Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs is more than just a technical upgrade; it’s a catalyst for mainstream adoption, unleashing new liquidity and deepening institutional participation. Jetvoy is purpose-built for this next phase, directly connecting users to global travel using decentralized payments—even as legacy barriers crumble. As crypto becomes part of the financial mainstream, Jetvoy is here to make sure your digital assets unlock luxury, security, and true utility in your real-world experiences. If you believe this regulatory shift will drive a new wave of adoption, follow Jetvoy’s journey as we continue building travel’s future, fueled by this momentum.

Nathan K. Fakhouri

Founder/ CEO @ Integrations AI Founder/ CEO @ Driver’s Network, The Official Cleaners Chicago, Chicago Parking Solutions LLC, Secure Auto Transport Inc., Chicago Valet Services Inc.

2mo

Moves like this quietly redraw the map for how capital flows into crypto, turning what used to be a walled garden into open terrain for serious investors. The real shift isn’t just about access, it’s about trust finally catching up with innovation.

Usman K.

Principal Security Architect (independent contractor) at HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS)

2mo

Came across this earlier…

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Mark Longman

Supporting Suffolk businesses with accessing grants, supporting with business plans, cash flow forecasts and mentoring to enable growth and helping launch pre start business ideas- early investor in Dacxi.chain

2mo

Let’s hope the Uk 🇬🇧 follows suite

Sean P. Larkin

dCommunity | Masotti & Masotti Digital Asset Group | MMBA | LBC

2mo

Agreed Peter Sullivan ✔️ This is amazing. I feel like we are in a different 🌎 than even a couple years ago.

Eric R. Anderson

Marketing communications, writer, public relations professional.

2mo

Is this significant? A goal is to enroll in Crypto 101. In the meantime, 1 Bitcoin = ?$. And do I put my Bitcoin, Etherum, etc. into a bank? Do I get checks, a debit card, a monthly statement on my account activity, is there online account access? Sounds like crypto may be "commodity-like?"

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