The Securities and Exchange Commission has given the green light for Nasdaq Inc. to list index options tied to Bitcoin's price, further bridging the gap between traditional finance and digital assets.
This development allows US equities traders to place bets on cryptocurrency prices using a new tool beyond existing ETF-based options.
Nasdaq's approval is a significant milestone in the growing relationship between Wall Street and the world of cryptocurrencies, where mainstream financial institutions are increasingly embracing digital assets.