Investment Giant VanEck Commits to Donating Bitcoin ETF Profits to BTC Core Developers
VanEck, a prominent investment firm, has announced that it will donate a portion of the profits from its proposed Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) to support Bitcoin Core developers. The company has applied for a BTC ETF along with several other major financial institutions.
In a tweet, VanEck expressed its long-term commitment to Bitcoin and stated that it is not just a “Bitcoin tourist.” The firm has already made an initial $10,000 donation and pledged to donate 5% of its Bitcoin ETF profits (if approved) to support Bitcoin Core developers for at least 10 years. The funds will go towards the development of the Bitcoin protocol and network through the Brink project.
SEC Decision Looms
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is set to make a final decision on the ARK 21 Shares Bitcoin ETF application by January 10th. Industry experts predict that the SEC is likely to approve a group of ETF applications, with Bloomberg analysts giving a 90% chance of approval. This decision could open up new opportunities for institutional investment in Bitcoin.
Hot Take: VanEck’s Commitment Highlights Institutional Support for Bitcoin
VanEck’s pledge to donate a portion of its Bitcoin ETF profits to BTC Core developers showcases the growing interest and support from institutional investors in the cryptocurrency market. By actively contributing to the development of the Bitcoin ecosystem, VanEck aims to strengthen decentralization and innovation within the industry. This move also underscores the potential impact that an approved BTC ETF could have on increasing institutional involvement in Bitcoin. If approved, the VanEck Bitcoin ETF could pave the way for further mainstream adoption and investment in cryptocurrencies.