SEC approves, then instantly pauses Bitwise’s ETF conversion

SEC approves, then instantly pauses Bitwise’s ETF conversion

The US SEC granted accelerated approval Tuesday for Bitwise’s conversion of its 10 Crypto Index Fund (BITW) into an ETF, then immediately stayed the order pending Commission review, citing further oversight. The fund holds Bitcoin and Ether exposure. Analysts described the reversal as “bizarre,” speculating politics or pending crypto rules drove the pause.