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SEC Pushes Deadline for Hashdex Spot BTC-ETH ETF Review

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has extended its review period for Hashdex’s proposal for a combined spot Bitcoin and Ethereum exchange-traded fund (ETF).
If approved, the Hashdex Nasdaq Crypto Index US ETF would provide investors with direct exposure to Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH).
SEC Deliberates on Hashdex Combined Spot Crypto ETF as Industry Awaits Final Verdict
In an official notice on August 9, the SEC emphasized the need for “sufficient time to consider the proposed rule change and the issues raised therein.” The agency pushed the decision deadline to September 30, 2024.
BeInCrypto reported that Hashdex filed its 19b-4 form in June. The asset manager then submitted its S-1 form to the SEC in late July.
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This ETF aims to offer a passive investment strategy that tracks the Nasdaq Crypto US Settlement Price Index (NCIUSS). The fund’s assets will be composed entirely of Bitcoin and Ethereum, with cash reserves only for operational expenses. Coinbase and BitGo will handle custodial services for the digital assets, ensuring secure storage.
Hashdex’s novel approach has drawn notable attention from industry experts. Previously, James Seyffart, an ETF analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence, praised the ETF’s market cap-weighted structure. Moreover, he believes this investment product is a sensible approach for investors seeking diversified exposure to digital assets.
This development comes after several exchanges and asset managers moved to include options trading and listing on their spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs. Earlier this week, BlackRock submitted a filing for options trading on its spot Ethereum ETF to the SEC through Nasdaq. On the other hand, however, Seyffart noted that three exchanges have retracted their applications to list options for spot Bitcoin ETFs.
“There’s definitely some movement on Bitcoin ETF options. CBOE just withdrew their application for options on spot Bitcoin ETFs. Which sounds like a bad thing at first… But at the same time, they just re-filed a brand new and updated application,” he noted.
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Despite the mixed progress, Eric Balchunas, another ETF analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence, believes these indicators are promising. He argues that similar to how comments from the SEC were viewed as positive for ETF approval chances, engagement in this context should also be seen as a positive sign.
“Because if they were just gonna deny it outright, why bother engaging at all?” Balchunas opined.
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CFTC’s Crypto Market Overhaul Under New Chair Brian Quintenz

Brian Quintenz, the incoming Chair of the US CFTC (Commodity Futures Trading Commission), has begun meeting with Capitol Hill lawmakers before his nomination hearing.
On Monday, Quintenz met with Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA) to discuss key regulatory issues, including the CFTC’s role in overseeing crypto spot markets.
CFTC Targets Crypto Spot Market After Derivatives
Brian Quintenz met with Republican Senator from Iowa Chuck Grassley to discuss another element in the CFTC’s crypto market structure regulation agenda. This time, the focus is on crypto spot markets.
“It was wonderful to meet with you Chuck Grassley and discuss your leadership on whistleblower issues as well as the future of the agency,” Quintenz stated.
Grassley also commented on their discussion. He highlighted the CFTC Whistleblower Protection Program for spot crypto markets as part of the agenda. Notably, Grassley is a member of the Senate AG Committee, the legislative body overseeing the CFTC.
Eleanor Terrett, host of the Crypto America podcast, indicated that the Senate AG Committee will have a significant role in part of the CFTC’s crypto regulation agenda. Specifically, it would have an outsized say in whether the CFTC could gain expanded jurisdiction over crypto spot markets.
The meeting comes as the CFTC moves closer to expanding its role in crypto regulation. US President Donald Trump tapped Quintenz, a former executive at venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), to lead the agency.
His appointment is part of Trump’s broader plans to reshape crypto oversight. This could potentially give the CFTC greater authority over digital asset markets.
Meanwhile, regulatory developments surrounding crypto have accelerated in recent weeks. The CFTC eased regulatory hurdles for the crypto derivatives market only days ago. The move will enhance market efficiency and attract institutional investors.
Beyond derivatives and spot markets, the CFTC is also exploring other areas of crypto oversight. The agency recently announced plans to host a roundtable discussion on prediction market regulation. It aims to address the regulation of decentralized prediction platforms.
Stablecoins are also on the agency’s radar. The CFTC also revealed a forum to discuss stablecoin regulation and potential risks associated with their widespread adoption.
Additionally, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and the CFTC revoked previous crypto-related guidelines, signaling a shift in regulatory strategy.
Crypto markets can also not rule out the possibility of further collaboration between key agencies in the broader industry. Reports indicate that the US SEC (Securities and Exchange Commission) and the CFTC have discussed reviving a joint advisory committee to coordinate on crypto regulation.
If revived, the committee could serve as a bridge between the agencies. This would address concerns over jurisdictional overlap and streamlining oversight efforts.
As Quintenz prepares for his nomination hearing, his meetings with lawmakers suggest that crypto regulation will be a top priority for the CFTC moving forward.
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Solana (SOL) Holds Steady After Decline—Breakout or More Downside?

Solana started a fresh decline below the $132 support zone. SOL price is now consolidating and might struggle to recover above the $126 resistance.
- SOL price started a recovery wave from the $122 support zone against the US Dollar.
- The price is now trading below $130 and the 100-hourly simple moving average.
- There is a key rising channel forming with support at $124 on the hourly chart of the SOL/USD pair (data source from Kraken).
- The pair could start a fresh increase if the bulls clear the $126 zone.
Solana Price Faces Resistance
Solana price started a fresh decline below the $135 and $132 levels, like Bitcoin and Ethereum. SOL even declined below the $125 support level before the bulls appeared.
A low was formed at $122.64 and the price recently started a consolidation phase. There was a minor increase above the $125 level. The price tested the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $140 swing high to the $122 low.
Solana is now trading below $126 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There is also a key rising channel forming with support at $124 on the hourly chart of the SOL/USD pair.
On the upside, the price is facing resistance near the $126 level. The next major resistance is near the $128 level. The main resistance could be $132 or the 50% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $140 swing high to the $122 low.
A successful close above the $132 resistance zone could set the pace for another steady increase. The next key resistance is $136. Any more gains might send the price toward the $142 level.
Another Decline in SOL?
If SOL fails to rise above the $128 resistance, it could start another decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $124 zone. The first major support is near the $122 level.
A break below the $122 level might send the price toward the $115 zone. If there is a close below the $115 support, the price could decline toward the $102 support in the near term.
Technical Indicators
Hourly MACD – The MACD for SOL/USD is losing pace in the bearish zone.
Hourly Hours RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for SOL/USD is above the 50 level.
Major Support Levels – $124 and $122.
Major Resistance Levels – $128 and $132.
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Ethereum Price Faces a Tough Test—Can It Clear the Hurdle?

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Ethereum price started another decline and traded below the $1,850 level. ETH is now consolidating and facing key hurdles near the $1,850 level.
- Ethereum struggled to continue higher above the $1,980 resistance level.
- The price is trading below $1,860 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average.
- There was a break above a connecting bearish trend line with resistance at $1,810 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken).
- The pair must clear the $1,850 and $1,880 resistance levels to start a decent increase.
Ethereum Price Attempts Recovery
Ethereum price failed to continue higher above $2,050 and started another decline, like Bitcoin. ETH declined below the $1,880 and $1,850 support levels.
It tested the $1,765 zone. A low was formed at $1,767 and the price recently started a short-term recovery wave. The price climbed above the $1,800 resistance. There was a move above the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $2,033 swing high to the $1,767 low.
There was also a break above a connecting bearish trend line with resistance at $1,810 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD. Ethereum price is now trading below $1,860 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average.
On the upside, the price seems to be facing hurdles near the $1,850 level. The next key resistance is near the $1,860 level. The first major resistance is near the $1,900 level and the 50% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $2,033 swing high to the $1,767 low.

A clear move above the $1,900 resistance might send the price toward the $2,000 resistance. An upside break above the $2,000 resistance might call for more gains in the coming sessions. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $2,050 resistance zone or even $2,120 in the near term.
Another Decline In ETH?
If Ethereum fails to clear the $1,850 resistance, it could start another decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $1,800 level. The first major support sits near the $1,780 zone.
A clear move below the $1,780 support might push the price toward the $1,765 support. Any more losses might send the price toward the $1,710 support level in the near term. The next key support sits at $1,665.
Technical Indicators
Hourly MACD – The MACD for ETH/USD is losing momentum in the bearish zone.
Hourly RSI – The RSI for ETH/USD is now above the 50 zone.
Major Support Level – $1,800
Major Resistance Level – $1,850
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