Bitcoin ETFs: A story of an improbable decision, a hack and no-to-low fees hits the spot

The first ETFs investing bitcoin went live after finally being greenlighted by the SEC; but let’s focus on the compliance part.

If you’re feeling a little overwhelmed by all of the various announcements revolving around the first US exchange-traded funds investing directly in bitcoin finally going live … you have company!

After the much anticipated debut that arrived with the SEC’s green light following a more than decade-long campaign by the digital

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