SEC Approves BlackRock’s Ethereum ETF Amendment, Facilitating Institutional Investment

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved Blackrock’s amendment for its proposed Ethereum exchange-traded fund (ETF), a significant step forward for institutional adoption of cryptocurrencies. This approval allows for direct Ethereum exchanges and could attract capital from large investors seeking to participate in the growing ecosystem. BlackRock, led by CEO Larry Fink, sought this amendment to allow for in-kind redemptions, a key feature that aims to facilitate liquidity for larger investors looking to engage with Ethereum more easily.