đ EXCITING NEWS: Spot Bitcoin ETF Buzz in Hong Kong! đ
Amid the recent green light for spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the U.S. and the guidance from Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) last December, speculation is rife about the potential launch of a spot $BTC ETF in Hong Kong this year. Enter Venture Smart Financial Holdings Ltd. (VSFG), leading the charge by submitting the first application for a spot Bitcoin ETF to the SFC.
đ„ China's Financial Powerhouse Takes Charge
VSFG declared its intent to seek SFC approval for a spot Bitcoin ETF launch this quarter. Notably, other players like Samsung Asset Management are also exploring this avenue. Tencent News reports that Harvest Fund Management kickstarted the action, submitting the inaugural spot Bitcoin ETF application to the SFC on January 26, awaiting approval post the Lunar New Year.
đ Accelerated Licensing Process in Hong Kong
Following the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) nod for spot crypto products, Hong Kong's SFC aims to fast-track the licensing process for the first ETF. The plan is to list it on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange post the Spring Festival, potentially aligning with the SEC's approach of approving multiple applications simultaneously.
đ Spot ETFs in Hong Kong vs. U.S.: A Comparative Lens
Insiders suggest that despite potential simultaneous approvals, Hong Kong's spot ETFs might mirror U.S. counterparts in performance. However, some Hong Kong family office investment managers foresee a disparity in subscription scale compared to the U.S., driven by keen interest and a more straightforward investment landscape.
đ€ Direct Bitcoin Subscriptions and Unique Features
Differing from their U.S. counterparts, Hong Kong's spot ETFs might offer increased potential for direct Bitcoin subscriptions, coupled with the flexibility of legal currency subscriptions.
đ The Road Ahead
While various firms express interest and plans for Spot Bitcoin ETFs, formal applications are pending.
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